Fuel is one of the biggest operating expenses for businesses that run commercial vehicles, with some sources quoting that it can easily add up to 25% to 40% of the total cost of ownership of the vehicles. With rising fuel prices, fleet management often includes an element of fuel efficiency and management. Fuel costs are…
Left turn collisions are a dangerous occurrence on UK roads due to a wide range of contributing factors. Across the UK, an analysis of serious and fatal collisions between cyclists and heavy goods vehicles found that 52% of fatal collisions involved a lorry turning left across a cyclist’s path. This article explains why these collisions…
Poor video quality can undermine the return on investment from fleet dash cams, even when the technology is in place. In fleet management, return on investment is important because it proves the financial value of any fleet technology investment. In this series of posts, we will discuss the key critical features of vehicle cameras and…
When managing commercial vehicles, incidents, near misses, and risky driving behaviours cost fleets time long before they lead to an insurance claim. Transport managers are not just looking for video evidence, lower premiums, or peace of mind, they need to identify issues early and fix them before they turn into accidents. That is where instant…
Choosing the best dash cam solution to help you manage your fleet can be challenging. With a whole host of options, so many models and features on the market, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed if you’re not sure what matters most. We install dash cams for fleet vehicles on behalf of leading dash cam manufacturers,…
When you’re looking for a dash cam for your commercial vehicles, it might seem like any model will do. After all, a dash cam is a dash cam, right? Not quite. After years of hands-on experience integrating dash cams for fleets, we’ve seen firsthand that the choice is critical for your business. Some are specifically…
If you drive or manage a goods vehicle, bus, coach, or fleet in the UK, there are strict rules governing the number of hours drivers can work and the frequency of breaks they must take. These are known as the Drivers’ Hours. Staying compliant with these rules is not only a legal requirement but also…
Since April 2025, new DVSA guidance requires HGVs and trailers to undergo a laden roller brake test (RBT) at least four times a year, including during the MOT. This is a big shift from the previous requirement of just one test annually. However, if your fleet is equipped with an Electronic Braking Performance Monitoring System…
If you’re a business running a growing or established fleet, managing your vehicles can quickly become complicated. The obvious answer is to invest in fleet tracking, but with so many available solutions, features, bits of jargon, and installation options around, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. At Nationwide Fleet Installations, we understand how confusing…
When people think about fleet safety, charging cradles and mounting solutions often don’t make the list. Usually camera technology, telematics, AI and sensors are the top solutions, but we think in-vehicle charging solutions should be part of that list. Why Are They Important? Charging cradles correctly held in situ by secure mounts are a vital…
