2022 has been an eventful year for many of our transport sector clients as well as for us. After the disruptions caused by the pandemic, Brexit and the worldwide chipset shortage, we were all hoping for a prompt recovery. Conflict in Europe, inflation and economic uncertainties made 2022 a very challenging year for most. For [...]

On Sunday 30th October a Taxi Driver was assaulted and left with a broken ankle after three women attempted to walk away without paying for their journey. The Avon and Somerset Police have released the taxi CCTV footage of the three women, in hopes that the public will call if they have any information that [...]

Improve Security is the main reason for 41% of UK fleet operators according to a new study*. Improve Driver Safety and Behaviour comes as a close second. Whatever your goals ACSS’s AdvanceFleet Telematics suite helps you achieve them. For a modest outlay, we provide a bespoke service tailored to your needs.   *Source: https://fleetworld.co.uk/security-and-safety-propel-use-of-connected-van-tech/

Use instead the Route Optimisation tool of our AdvancedFleet Telematics suite. Stonea Road Bridge was hit 33 times this year up to March 2022! Network Rail reveals Britain’s most bashed bridges and urge fleet operators to wise up to avoid £‘000 of damages and numerous train delays. Our route optimisation tool will ensure you do [...]

90% of road traffic accidents are caused by driver error. Telematics can help improving driver’s behaviour. Showing drivers good practices and ensuring they are more aware of, and attentive to, their driving behaviour, can not only avoid accidents but also save costs. For example, Telematics can help reducing fuel costs by encouraging the driver to [...]

In response to fuel cost increase taxi fares are on the rise for the first time in a decade. This can already be seen in areas around the UK with councils approving the rise in fairs to assist cabbies cope with the higher fuel costs. The Folkstone and Hythe District Council are looking to increase [...]

By mid-August 2022, 6 new wireless charging stations for 9 black cabs will be trialled in Nottingham. Following the January 2020 government announcement and a £3.4 million investment, Taxis with specially fitted wireless charging hardware will start what may become a revolution for EV taxis. The goal of this trial is to show off the [...]