TRL (Transport Research Laboratory)
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General News 1 May 2020TRL says voice-controlled systems are future of safer in-vehicle technologies
Safer voice-controlled infotainment systems are the future of in-vehicle technologies to cut collisions caused by distracted driving, says TRL.
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General News 18 Mar 2020Touchscreens have worse effect on driving than alcohol or drugs
A new study has revealed that in-vehicle infotainment systems are impairing reactions times behind the wheel more than alcohol and cannabis use.
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News 18 Dec 2019TRL electric vehicle trial highlights need for managed charging
Consumers likely to charge electric vehicles (EVs) during early evening peak unless managed, TRL trial finds.
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Manufacturer news 27 Mar 2019Speed limiters head raft of safety rules due to be introduced from 2022
A range of new vehicle safety features, to be fitted as standard on all new cars, vans, lorries and buses sold in Europe from 2022, moved a step closer after a provisional EU deal was reached in Strasbourg.
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Fleet industry news 1 Mar 2019
New European vehicle safety rules will save 25,000 lives, says TRL
New European vehicle safety regulations which will mandate installation of driver assistance systems will save 25,000 lives, says TRL.
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Fleet Management Home 27 Nov 2018Driver mental health: how to spot the signs and what to do
How are you? A simple question, but one which could help improve the mental well-being – and performance – of your drivers.
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Fleet Management Home 12 Nov 2018Fleet Live 2018 review: attendance figures set new record
More than 2,000 visit the NEC to discuss products and hear from industry experts, setting a new record for the event.
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Fleet200 news 25 Sep 2018Failure to manage driver stress 'hurts your company as well as individuals'
Failing to properly manage driver fatigue and stress has a detrimental effect on both an organisation and its employees, according to the TRL.
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Fleet industry news 6 Mar 2018Public to test driverless pods in Gateway Project autonomous vehicle trial
Members of the public are being invited to test a fleet of driverless pods as part of a major research project.
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Fleet industry news 12 Dec 2017Greenwich automated valet parking and self-drive trials enter next stage
The latest stage of the GATEway research programme explores the use, perception and acceptance of automated valet parking in a complex urban environment.
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Fleet200 news 29 Nov 2017Fleets can play a greater part in preventing collisions - Fleet200 industry speaker
Crashes can occur for a variety of reasons but many of the contributing factors that affect the severity of an incident can be managed by an employer or fleet manager.
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Tax and legislation news 22 Nov 2017Budget: TRL says autonomous and electric vehicles will form the backbone of mobility
Measures announced in the budget will help bring fully-driverless cars a significant step closer, says TRL.
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Accident Management 20 Oct 2017Incident management: Turn detective to prevent collisions
Collisions are a costly part of business life, but thoroughly investigating why they happen can prevent similar incidents occurring again. Ben Rooth reports
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Fleet industry news 20 Oct 2017Government announces £13.4m funding for smart mobility living lab in London
A consortium led by TRL has been awarded £13.4 million of Government funding to create a world-leading, real-world test environment for the development of future mobility solutions.
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Fleet industry news 29 Sep 2017Calls for accident investigation branch after road deaths reach four-year high
Figures from the DfT show that 1,792 people were killed in collisions last year; up 4% since 2015 and the highest annual total since 2011.
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Fleet industry news 24 Apr 2017Government awards £38 million funding to connected and autonomous vehicle projects
Connected and autonomous vehicle technology in the UK will take another leap forward following the announcement of funding from the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund.
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Fleet Management Home 16 Mar 2017Fleets and technology: How safe must an automated vehicle be?
TRL academy director Nick Reed gives an insight into how automated vehicles will impact on the fleets of the future
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Fleet industry news 2 Mar 2017Road safety experts and fleet industry suppliers welcome tougher penalties for mobile phone use while driving
Tougher penalties for those caught using mobile phones while driving have been welcomed by road safety experts and fleet sector suppliers.
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Manufacturer news 20 Jan 2017UK continues to shape EU automotive safety despite Brexit
The UK will play a key role in shaping future European transport policy following the solus award of the latest EC Automotive Safety Framework to TRL.
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Fleet industry news 20 Nov 2015Multi-tasking behind the wheel and driving don’t mix, says IAM
Multi-tasking while driving is dangerous, according to a new report produced by the Institute of Advanced Motorists and the Transport Research Laboratory.
