The Supermarket EV Charging Trap Catching Out Electric Car Drivers
Picture this: you pull into your local supermarket, plug your electric vehicle (EV) into a charging bay, and go about your day, or perhaps leave it overnight thinking you’re being practical. You come back, unplug, and drive away happy. A week later, a £100 Parking Charge Notice (PCN) arrives through your letterbox…
Benefit Fraud Cheats face Licence Bans: What Fleet Managers Need to Know
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been granted sweeping new powers under the Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Act. Among these new measures is a headline-grabbing penalty: courts will now be able to strip driving licences from benefit fraud cheats and persistent debtors who refuse to pay back money they owe. If […]
Ed Sheeran’s ‘Bad Habits’ Lead to Fine After Uninsured Vehicle Offence
Managing a commercial fleet is a constant balancing act, and administrative paperwork can easily slip through the cracks. But as pop star Ed Sheeran recently learned, even a simple misunderstanding around vehicle insurance can land you straight in court…
Improving Fleet Seat Belt Compliance: A Guide for Fleet Managers
We all know the click of a seat belt is one of the most basic habits of driving. It is automated, routine, and usually second nature. Yet, seat belt non-compliance remains one of the leading causes of avoidable road fatalities in Great Britain…
Managing People Who Drive for Work: The Hidden Legal Liability Most Businesses Underestimate
If you manage employees who drive for work, whether in company vehicles or their own personal cars, you are legally responsible for their health, safety, and roadworthiness under UK health and safety law..
Are E-Scooters a Danger to Your Fleet? UK Rules Explained
Are e-scooters a danger to your fleet? Let’s break down the UK legislation, the risks on the road, and how you can protect your drivers and your business…
The Benefits of Integration: How Achieve Hub Connects Telematics, Incidents & Compliance in One System
Running a fleet isn’t just about making sure vehicles get from A to B. It’s about keeping your drivers safe, managing costs, staying legally compliant, and dealing with the unexpected. Doing all of this with separate, disconnected systems is a massive headache. That’s where integration comes in. Imagine having your vehicle tracking, accident reporting, and […]
Fleet Breakdown Support Checklist: What You Need to Know Before You Call for Help
This as your ultimate fleet breakdown support checklist. We’ll run through exactly what you need to do and the crucial details you need to have ready before you dial for help.
Brent Crude Hits $100: How Fleet Managers Can Cut Fuel Costs
If you run a fleet in the UK, seeing Brent crude oil hit $100 a barrel is enough to give anyone a headache. As global crude prices climb, the ripple effect at local forecourts is almost immediate. Higher petrol and diesel prices at the pump directly squeeze operating margins, leaving fleet managers with the challenge of keeping vehicles moving without blowing the budget…
The Direct Link Between Driver Wellbeing and Fleet Safety
Running a fleet isn’t just about managing metal and mechanics anymore; it’s about managing people. Have you ever noticed that a stressed driver is more likely to make mistakes? Or that a tired driver is a dangerous driver? It sounds like common sense, but recent research proves just how tight the link is between how your drivers feel and how safely they drive…