Fleet operators are being warned not to become complacent about road safety after new figures showed that progress in reducing serious road accidents has stalled. Industry experts say the latest data should act as a wake‑up call for organisations that run vehicles for work, as accident levels are no longer falling at the rate seen in previous years. Figures covering England’s major road network show little change in the number of people killed or seriously injured, while earl

Fleet operators using light commercial vehicles for international work are being urged to prepare for a major regulatory change coming into force in July 2026, which will see many vans brought into scope of tachograph and drivers’ hours rules for the first time. Under the new rules, vans and light commercial vehicles (LCVs) over 2.5 tonnes that are used for cross‑border transport into the EU will be required to operate with second‑generation smart tachographs. This change for

MPs have launched a major inquiry into the Government’s new Road Safety Strategy, marking the first comprehensive review of national road‑safety policy in more than a decade. The Transport Committee will examine whether the strategy’s proposals — published earlier this month — go far enough to cut the number of people killed or seriously injured on British roads. The Government’s strategy aims to significantly reduce road deaths by strengthening enforcement, improving infrast

The heavy goods vehicle (HGV) and fleet industry is entering a new era as telematics technology becomes central to operations in 2026. Telematics is no longer just about tracking vehicles. In 2026, it’s becoming the backbone of fleet and HGV operations, helping to drive efficiency, safety, and compliance. Once seen as a simple tracking tool, telematics now delivers real-time insights, predictive maintenance, and AI-driven safety features that are reshaping how fleets manage r

Fleet operators across the UK are being warned to take urgent action as collision rates continue to climb, driven by unsafe driving behaviours and rising road risk. Recent industry data reveals that the average distance driven before a collision fell by nearly 20% in 2023, signalling a worrying trend for businesses that rely on road transport. Experts say the surge in incidents is linked to persistent habits such as speeding, tailgating, and distracted driving. Mobile phone u