Legionnaires' disease risk in wiper fluid
23 June, 2010
Fleet managers should ensure screenwash is put in wiper fluid after a survey showed those not using it are at higher risk of getting legionnaires’ disease.
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READER POLL: Alco-lock technology
4 June, 2010
Volvo it set to introduce alco-lock technology which will prevent drivers from starting a vehicle without being breathlysed first. This has the potential of reducing drink-drive incidents and therefore improving overall safety for ...
Mike Waters' Blog: 22 March 2010 - Who’s driving your car?
22 March, 2010
Technology sometimes arouses suspicion and we have all grown up to a barrage of movies over the years where machines get too powerful and take over the world.
Mike Waters' Blog: 10 March 2010 - The neglected wrongs
10 March, 2010
Without wanting to sound pessimistic; fog, rain, potholes, pedestrians, vehicle malfunctions, animals running into the road, fallen branches and ice are just some of the dangers that motorists face. Whether you enjoy it or it’s just ...
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£20,000 fine under new health & safety guidelines
3 March, 2010
Fleets could be fined up to £20,000 for minor breaches of health and safety law according to new legal guidelines introduced last month.
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Sick driving
3 February, 2010
A Department for Transport study has found that healthcare professional feel they should be given more training and guidance on assessing whether a patient is fit to drive.
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Work from home warning
28 January, 2010
In a counter-warning to those organisations warning businesses not to make drivers hit the road in poor weather conditions, business insurance specialist Premierline claims businesses aren’t aware that they are responsible for staff ...
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ESP fitment on the up
22 January, 2010
The number of new cars that feature ESP anti-skid control is up to 59% of all registrations, according to technology expert Bosch, compared with 56% at the end of 2008.
Frosty response to driving in poor conditions
11 January, 2010
Business car fleets are being urged to take the initiative and stop drivers making trips in adverse weather conditions.
Government licence check fiasco deepens
15 December, 2009
Parliamentary questions posed as a result of BusinessCar’s investigation into Government licence checking standards have uncovered even more worrying fleet safety issues.
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£7k compensation for driver hurt by faulty van
24 August, 2009
A van driver has received £7000 compensation from food delivery firm 3663 after a faulty van door closed on his finger.
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HSE makes guides free
24 August, 2009
The Health & Safety Executive is to make around 250 of its guides free to download from next month.
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Kitemark scheme to protect accident victims
24 June, 2009
Tests have proved the success of a Kitemark scheme that aims to bring accident repairs up to a universal high standard.
BusinessCar Office Blog: 5 June 2009 - As safe as Mercedes
5 June, 2009
There are a lot of driver training courses available and BusinessCar has experienced a few in its time. And at first glance Mercedes joint venture with driver training and risk management firm Ultimate Car Control, run by 1980s and ...
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New package targets 75,000 grey fleet drivers
4 June, 2009
Noyle Fleet Solutions and Niche Fleet Servicing have teamed up to launch what they claim is the UK’s first totally comprehensive grey fleet management package.
Sleeping policemen in spotlight for driving fatalities
27 May, 2009
Police forces are coming under duty of care scrutiny for the number of deaths which happen while officers are driving to and from their shifts.
Software boss Leech slams prosecution scaremongering
21 May, 2009
The boss of new fleet software firm Mycompanyfleet has slammed some areas of the risk management sector for “scare mongering” over the risk of corporate manslaughter prosecution. Andrew Leech, the former CFC Software Solutions managing ...
Anti-skid tech compulsory from November 2011
15 April, 2009
All new cars sold in Europe from November 2011 will have to be fitted with ESP anti-skid technology, according to a new EU mandate.
Young employees not prepared for work driving
8 April, 2009
The standard driving test is inadequately preparing young staff for the demands of driving at work, according to research by the Royal Society of the Prevention of Accidents.
Roddy Graham’s Blog: 12 March 2009 – Phone ban, a must
12 March, 2009
With the recent high-profile cases involving the use of mobile phones – hands-free or hand-held – it’s a real shame to learn that the Government does not intend to change the current law despite the regular flouting of legislation.
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Mike Waters’ Blog: 10 March 2009 - No room for error
10 March, 2009
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Damian James’ Blog: 9 March 2009 – Stars for ESC
9 March, 2009
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BusinessCar Office Blog: 27 February 2009 – Porsche experience centre
27 February, 2009
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Small cars still missing anti-skid tech
20 February, 2009
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Phone-driving stats fail to fall
5 January, 2009
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Mike Waters’ Blog: 18 December 2008 - Don’t risk ruining Christmas
18 December, 2008
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Mercedes unveils its ‘safest car ever’
28 November, 2008
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Government proposes new speeding points system
20 November, 2008
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New Mercedes E-class details unveiled
20 November, 2008
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Damian James’ Blog: 17 November 2008 – Van NCAP
17 November, 2008
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Arval makes ESP compulsory
27 August, 2008
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Use aircon to stay healthy
19 August, 2008
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Mark Sinclair’s Blog: 10 July 2008
10 July, 2008
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BIRD'S EYE VIEW: Safety isn’t sexy – so make it mandatory
26 June, 2008
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Aon films for safety
19 June, 2008
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European Commission reveals new compulsory ESP plans
29 May, 2008
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Businesses must do more than driver training
21 May, 2008
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ACFO answers grey fleet risk queries
20 May, 2008
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Mike Waters’ Blog: 2 May 2008
2 May, 2008
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DfT launches new sleep-drive campaign
3 April, 2008
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