Licence Checks, Audits & Reporting: A Complete Fleet Compliance Checklist
Let’s be honest, keeping a fleet of vehicles on the road is a bit of a juggling act. Between maintenance schedules, insurance renewals, and driver safety, there is a lot to keep track of. But if there is one area where you absolutely cannot afford to drop the ball, it’s compliance…
Amaxophobia in the Workplace: Identifying the Hidden Fleet Safety Risk
Have you ever noticed a member of your team suddenly becoming a bit “creative” with their routes? Perhaps they’re taking the long way around to avoid a specific motorway junction, or they seem unusually stressed after a routine trip. It might not just be a bad day at the office; it could be a condition called amaxophobia…
New 2026 Driving Test Booking Rules: What Fleet Managers Need to Know Now
If you’re managing a fleet, you’ve probably got your hands full with everything from fuel costs to maintenance schedules. But there’s a big shift happening right now that might have slipped under your radar: the DVSA is completely overhauling how driving tests are booked and managed…
A 32% Rise: How Fleet Managers can Address the Rise in Speeding Points
If you’ve noticed a few more “Notice of Intended Prosecution” letters landing on your desk lately, you aren’t alone. It’s not just your imagination; the roads are getting stricter, and the data proves it…
The Complete Guide to Fleet Driver Risk Assessment: Tools, Metrics & Best Practices (2026)
Managing a fleet in 2026 comes with its fair share of challenges, but nothing is more critical than the safety of your drivers. Whether you’re running a handful of vans or a massive haulage operation, staying on top of fleet driver risk assessment isn’t just a legal box-ticking exercise, it’s the backbone of a successful, efficient, and safe business…
Keeping the Wheels Turning: Navigating the 2026 Fuel Crisis
It feels a bit like déjà vu, doesn’t it?Just as we were all starting to breathe a sigh of relief, “Trump’s war on Iran” dominates the headlines, and suddenly the local petrol station looks more like a battleground than a forecourt. With Brent crude spiking past £75 a barrel (over $100) and reports of panic buying surfacing across the country, it’s easy to feel a little rattled…
The Latest Driving for Better Business Fleet Safety Focus Update: Van Loading
Managing a modern fleet requires a constant commitment to safety standards that extends far beyond the mechanical health of the vehicle. This month, the Driving for Better Business (DfBB) Fleet Safety Focus, in partnership with National Highways, is addressing a critical but often overlooked area of operational risk: Van Loading…
Combatting Poor Driver Habits: Key Statistics for Fleet Risk Management
We’ve all been there, stuck in traffic, running late for a meeting, or frustrated by a sudden road closure. But while a bit of grumbling is normal, a worrying new trend is emerging on UK roads. Recent data suggests that our collective patience behind the wheel is wearing thin, and for fleet managers, this isn’t just a social issue, it’s a major risk management challenge…
Is Your Fleet at Risk of Heavy Fines? The ADHD Disclosure Rules Every Fleet Manager Must Enforce
When you think of “danger behind the wheel,” your mind probably jumps to speeding or mobile phone use. But according to a recent report, there is a massive legal grey area that many UK fleet managers are ignoring: ADHD and neurodivergence…
Fuel Finder Scheme: How Fleet Managers Can Slash Pump Costs in 2026
Let’s be honest: running a fleet can often feel like you’re constantly trying to plug leaks in a sinking ship, especially when it comes to fuel. For years, fleet managers have had to deal with the “postcode lottery”, that frustrating reality where the price of diesel can jump by 10p just by crossing a county line…