New study investigates converting US vehicle fleet to electric
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has released a new report that assesses the infrastructure requirements for converting the US vehicle fleet to battery...
Safety body calls for age of professional drivers not be to...
The European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) is calling for the minimum driving age for all vehicle categories not to be decreased further claiming it...
Study shows lorry drivers spent 9% of driving time on the...
Lorry drivers spent an average of nine per cent of driving time using their mobile phone, according to a new study.
The small-scale observational study,...
Study shows the truck driver behaviour that can increase crash risk
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has released the 2022 update to its well-known Predicting Truck Crash Involvement research.
The research, originally published in 2005...
Correctly inflated tyres can cut costs and improve safety for businesses
Businesses are being urged to ensure company vehicles have correctly inflated tyres to improve safety and save money.
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) together with...
New system to help improve heavy vehicle safety
Registered heavy vehicle operators in New South Wales (NSW) can now access their drivers' demerit points balance, as long as they have their consent.
Minister...
New car supply issues ‘worsening’ for some fleets
The new car supply situation for some fleets is worsening and remains extremely patchy for almost all, according to the Association of Fleet Professionals...
Call for more practical advice to help fleet drivers get the...
Company car and van drivers need to be given practical advice on home charging, according to the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
Paul Hollick, chair...
Smart work zone technology trialled
A smart work zone technology system designed to protect roadside workers and motorists has been trialled in Wise, Virginia.
Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) researchers...