Fleet Insurance Guides & News

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Tips for reducing fleet insurance premiums

With the cost of fleet management continuing to rise, plenty of businesses across the UK are looking for ways to lower their fleet insurance premiums at renewal.

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5 summer driving tips for professional drivers

Whether you’re a taxi driver, trucker, or motor trader, here are some simple but effective tips to help you manage the heat while working this summer.

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New direction for fleets and regulations

Advances in technology have dramatically changed the relationship between fleet transport progress and policy.

How ghost brokers scam drivers

As the cost of running a vehicle continues to rise, drivers understandably want to shop around for the best deal.

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AI to help get road safety message across

Police are turning to AI in a bid to make roads safer, with hi-tech cameras being used to spot drivers not wearing seatbelts and illegally using mobile phones.

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Professional drivers must have the RIGHT insurance in place

For professional drivers, driving uninsured vehicles could not only stop them from earning, but it could also affect their livelihoods in the future.

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Road safety tips for HGV drivers

Whether you’re newly qualified and looking for practical guidance or an experienced driver in need of a refresher, this guide covers some key tips to help you stay safe on the road.

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£1bn to supercharge electric van and truck sales

Businesses will be able to tap into £1 billion to help make the switch from petrol and diesel vans and trucks to electric vehicles.

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New crew helps Patons bolster its fleet offering

Patons Insurance has appointed a long-serving colleague to a new role as it continues to expand its insurance offering.

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5 tips to help HGV drivers manage fatigue at the wheel

Driving an HGV involves long hours, usually on your own, frequently to unfamiliar destinations, at all hours of the day and night.

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The very real cost of fake AI insurance claims

While the benefits of AI are being seen around the world daily, some of its more sinister uses could lead to everyone paying more for insurance.

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Things fleet managers need to be addressing now

Being prepared is one of the most important attributes for a fleet manager. It’s being prepared for what’s around the corner, as well as further down the road.