Fleet News Blog

Operating a connected fleet

07 May 2013 08:46 in

When a vehicle relays its location and payload condition to the fleet automatically, machine-to-machine (M2M) communication is involved. M2M makes workflows simpler and processes leaner, facilitating entirely new business models, and can be put to good use in fleet management.

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Driver behaviour: Looking after your number one asset

02 May 2013 14:01 in Risk Management

Mark Forrest, managing director, Trimble Field Service Management, on why duty of care is so important for fleets.

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Insurance: Only tough legislation can end high referral fees

30 April 2013 09:43 in General

Matthew Whittall, managing director, Innovation Group, on why the insurance industry needs to be honest about the current vicious cycle of fees.

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Vehicle registrations: Weakened pound may counter threat of pre-registrations

30 April 2013 09:23 in General

Peter Cakebread, managing director, Marshall Leasing, on why pre-registrations could cause a stir in the market.

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Economic benefits of lightening the load

22 April 2013 09:41 in General

In today’s economic climate, the prices of most goods are continually increasing; and the cost of fuel for our vehicles is certainly no exception.

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A clear view of bad weather – what fleets need to know about adverse conditions

17 April 2013 09:52 in General

Although the snow may have finally cleared, the rain is still set to fall, which is adding to the list of challenges fleet managers are tasked with this Spring.

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Replacement cycles: Don't hold back – extending vehicle leases could cost you

04 April 2013 16:49 in General

Roger Woodward, managing director, CD Auction Group, on why lease extensions should be off the agenda.

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Accident management: Restore trust lost through focus on margins

04 April 2013 16:44 in General

Tony Rand, managing director, Vamco, on the action the accident management industry needs to take now.

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Journey Planning: Businesses need to rethink employee mobility

03 April 2013 14:20 in General

Rob Ingram, director of business rental, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, on why fleets are going to have to be far more creative in how they offer transport solutions.

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