According to the department for transport, the majority of cycling deaths happen on rural roads, where high speed limits increase the chances of collision related deaths.  However there is a worrying trend developing in urban areas for increasing numbers of cyclists sustaining serious injuries and being killed, despite the low speed limits.

In today’s world “Crash for Cash” is becoming a very real issue.  After an accident all parties concerned can give conflicting views on what caused the accident.  This could result in one of your drivers being accused of causing a crash even when they did not cause it.

Did you know that fatigued drivers could cause real damage if left on the road, with research showing that 20% of accidents on major roads are sleep-related?  When you are running a fleet of vehicles it’s hard to know how long your drivers are travelling before taking breaks.

Electric cars are becoming more popular in the UK as fuel costs rise. Electricity is now a cheaper and far more environmentally friendly alternative for road users.   We read an interesting article recently that gave some good reasons for choosing to opt for an electric car

Thousands of road users will come across your vehicles, and it may well be the first time they’ve heard of your company. It’s very difficult to change a reputation once it’s been established, so it’s worth making sure you’re making a positive first impression.