Reversing heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) remains one of the most critical safety challenges for fleet operators and businesses managing commercial vehicles. Poor visibility during reversing manoeuvres is a common cause of workplace incidents, leading to injury, damage, and costly disruption. In 2025, a UK company was fined £220,000 after a director was fatally injured by [...]

For fleet operators, profitability isn’t just about cutting costs — it’s about making smart investments that deliver measurable results. Cameras and CCTV systems are no longer a luxury reserved for the biggest fleets. Today, they’re a proven tool for driving efficiency, safety, and compliance. Defining Return on Investment (ROI) and measurable results is essential to [...]

With over 20 years of experience, ACSS has built a reputation for advanced safety and security solutions for commercial vehicles. Whilst providing the industry with vehicle CCTV & telematics systems for safety and compliance, ACSS primarily focuses on bespoke safety systems. Requiring long term partnerships with industry leaders such as Maple Fleet Services, a specialist [...]

As urban areas become denser and roads busier, operating a large waste truck in the heart of the city is becoming increasingly complex and requires additional safety measures. The waste collection industry relies on large vehicles to operate within the city to reduce costs and optimise efficiency. However, this involves manoeuvring trucks through narrow [...]

According to a survey from DLG, two out five drivers (43%) fear they may become targets of intentional vehicle collisions or fake accidents designed to trigger insurance claims. The concern is notably higher in dense areas and cities, where incidents of cash-for-crash scams are common. Crash for cash is a form of insurance fraud in [...]

In recent years, freight theft has risen dramatically. According to a 2024 report from the British Standards Institution, incidents of cargo theft increased by 13% compared to previous years. In 2023 alone, there were 5,370 reports of HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) and cargo crime, involving at least £68.3 million worth of stolen goods. However, this [...]

ACSS and Samsara now deliver a single dashboard that displays both 360° camera feeds and AI Dash Cam footage. ACSS, a leading provider of CCTV and security solutions for commercial vehicles, has announced a strategic partnership with Samsara, the frontrunner in Connected Operations Cloud technology. This collaboration promises to enhance fleet safety and operational efficiency [...]

Data from DfT revealed that the number of collisions attributed to drug-driving has increased by 170% in less than a decade. With the highest level of drink-driving for 14 years. Association of Fleet Professionals have issued a new drink and drug driving guidance. The AFP guidelines cover the need for a drug and drink driving [...]

DVS is a safety standard set by Transport for London (TFL) that requires all HGVs over 12 tonnes gross vehicle weight to attain a safety permit to enter or operate in Greater London. The initial Direct Vision Standard was finalised in March 2021 to improve the safety of all road users, including pedestrians, cyclists [...]

Road Safety and Visibility: Concern, Challenges and Solution In the realm of road safety, visibility stands out as one of the most critical factors.  In today’s increasingly congested urban landscapes, road safety has become more critical than ever, especially for fleet operators whose vehicles must navigate the chaotic streets of modern cities, ensuring the safety [...]