by Clare Wood | Apr 29, 2021 | Commercial vehicle insurance, Fleet management
Driving for work is a dangerous occupation. And there are certain factors which can exacerbate this further and create additional risk in the workplace. Here we look at tiredness and fatigue, distracted driving and stress and the risks these can present to drivers. We...
by Clare Wood | Jan 13, 2021 | Commercial vehicle insurance, Fleet management, Personal insurance
Whether you run a vehicle for personal, business or commercial usage, the last thing that anyone wants is for their vehicle to be stolen. But unfortunately, figures suggest that vehicle thefts have been increasing in recent years. As well as overall vehicle theft...
by Clare Wood | Dec 4, 2020 | Commercial vehicle insurance, Fleet management
Driving under the influence of drugs is a serious offence. But studies have shown that some products that you wouldn’t normally associate with drugs can lead to failed drug tests and positive samples. Here we look specifically at whether poppy seeds can make drivers...
by Clare Wood | May 13, 2020 | Commercial vehicle insurance, Fleet management, Personal insurance
Many vehicles will have been stationary, parked on driveways or roadside spaces for many weeks now as the coronavirus lockdown continues in the UK. Those which have been driven will likely have travelled only a few miles on short, essential trips to the supermarket...
by Clare Wood | Sep 13, 2018 | Commercial vehicle insurance, Fleet management, Transport & logistics
We are all (or should all be) well aware of the fact that using a mobile phone whilst driving is illegal. And if you are caught doing so, it can result in up to 6 penalty points and a £200 fine. However, despite the tougher penalties which came into force in early...
