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What the new strategy covers

The Government has announced its first road safety strategy in over a decade, setting targets to cut deaths and serious injuries on Britain’s roads by 65% by 2035. Proposals include lowering the drink-drive limit in England and Wales, introducing mandatory eyesight tests for drivers over 70, and giving learner drivers more time to gain experience in different conditions.

The strategy also recognises that many serious collisions involve people driving for work. A new national charter for employers is planned, alongside tougher action on uninsured vehicles, illegal number plates, and drink or drug driving. The overall approach shifts attention from individual mistakes alone to how roads, vehicles, rules and education work together to protect everyone.

Learn more about how these proposed road safety changes are being tracked and explained: www.prolius.com/products/fleet/telematics

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Fleet risk and budgets: one to watch for 2026

Despite a pricing dip in 2025, EY expects UK motor insurance premiums to rise by ~3% in 2026 (around £15 per policy) as claims inflation returns and repair costs continue to climb. Insurers are also forecast to move into losses, with a combined ratio of 111%, meaning they will pay out more than they collect.

For fleets, this is a clear signal to review claims trends, strengthen risk controls, and plan for early renewals.Learn more about how organised fleet operations help teams manage risk, data and costs more effectively: www.prolius.com/news/accident-management-driver-ri…

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2 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

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The Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) has warned that many fleets are still falling short of their legal safety duties.

Its latest report highlights mobile phone use and seat belt non-compliance as ongoing risks in driving to work. These behaviours remain common on UK roads and are linked to a significant share of fatal collisions, despite long-standing awareness and regulation.

The report also points to how these risks are identified. Monitoring often relies on occasional roadside observation, which captures only limited evidence of everyday driving behaviour. As a result, unsafe patterns can go unnoticed, reducing opportunities to address risks early and consistently.

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3 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

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4 in 5 drivers now support alcohol-interlock systems - a sign of how much pressure shapes behaviour on today’s roads.

Telematics shows the visible moments in a journey. The tacho card shows the conditions that shaped them. When fleets read the two together, patterns become clearer.

Harsh braking may reflect long duty periods rather than poor technique. Pace changes may stem from earlier delays, not inconsistency. This context supports better planning, clearer discussions with drivers and stronger safety outcomes when workloads peak.

Learn more about how duty patterns, rest quality and on-road behaviour align when tacho and telematics data are viewed together. www.prolius.com/news/holiday-risks-that-expose-tac…

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1 month ago | [YT] | 0

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When a fleet platform works directly with telematics providers, operators gain a steadier and more reliable stream of information. Location updates, mileage readings, alerts and vehicle status reports move straight into the system without the need to check multiple dashboards. This reduces the chance of missed details and helps teams plan maintenance and scheduling with greater clarity.

These partnerships remove unnecessary steps for customers who already rely on telematics as part of their daily operation. By bringing information together, the software gives teams one space to understand activity across the fleet. The result is a more predictable flow of information that supports safer decisions and better use of assets.

Explore how telematics partnerships strengthen fleet operations and support reliable decision making: www.prolius.com/news/connecting-partners-across-th…

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Understanding Thermal Runaway Risk

As electric HGV numbers grow, insurers are raising concerns about the fire risk linked to large lithium ion batteries. WTW warns that once a battery enters thermal runaway, the fire can spread quickly and becomes extremely difficult to control.

Operators are being advised to supervise vehicles during charging and to connect individual vehicle alarms to the main site fire system. Emergency shut off controls should be accessible at all times and any battery repair or replacement should only be handled by manufacturer trained technicians. The risk becomes higher with older units and batteries beyond eight years of age require increased caution.

Understand how fleet operators can reduce fire and insurance risks as electric HGV adoption increases: www.prolius.com/news/partnerships-shaping-fleet-ma…

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In London, around 94% of heavy goods vehicles now meet the three star safety standard or have comparable equipment fitted. With the government reviewing whether similar technology requirements should be introduced across the whole country, the approach to road safety within freight transport may change significantly.

If these measures are extended nationally, thousands of operators would need to fit sensors and visibility systems that reduce risk for vulnerable road users. This would also create greater consistency across regions, offering fleets clearer expectations around equipment and compliance.

Learn more on how national safety measures for heavy goods vehicles could shape future fleet operations: www.prolius.com/news/how-fleet-partnerships-drive-…

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The Used Car Market’s Electric Shift

Used battery-electric vehicle (BEV) sales surged by 44.4% in Q3 2025, reaching a record 4% share of the UK used-car market.

This shift signals that second‐hand electric cars are becoming a significant part of the market. With more supply and growing recognition among buyers, the used EV segment is offering wider choice and stronger visibility for fleets, leasing firms and individuals alike.

Learn more about partnerships that help fleets plan for electric futures: www.prolius.com/become-a-partner

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1 month ago | [YT] | 0

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Why Collaboration Strengthens Fleet Performance

Fleet operators often face unnecessary delays when technology and providers don’t speak to one another. Information gets lost, tasks are repeated and important issues may be spotted too late. This not only disrupts operations but also places avoidable pressure on people who need clear answers quickly.

Collaborative fleet solutions create a shared understanding across maintenance teams, telematics providers, insurance partners and other specialists. By working together, every organisation involved supports the same goal: keeping vehicles in good condition and available when needed. The result is a reliability that feels continuous, not reactive.

Learn how collaborative solutions help fleets reduce disruption and strengthen operational confidence: www.prolius.com/news/fleet-api-integration

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2 months ago | [YT] | 0

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Modern fleet workshops generate large volumes of data from telematics, service logs and compliance records. Third-party integrations allow this information to flow automatically between fleet management systems and garages.

Automation can trigger service reminders, update maintenance records and flag upcoming tasks without manual input. This reduces errors, prevents overlooked maintenance and gives managers a clear view of vehicle health, ensuring that fleets operate reliably and efficiently.

Understand how third-party integrations and automation are transforming fleet workshops and improving maintenance management: www.prolius.com/news/an-integrated-maintenance-sys…

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