Industry news from multiple fleet management companies

author: FutureCar Staff    

ATS Euromaster has launched a new app that allows drivers to book mobile tyre work for their fleet vehicles in real time. The app offers greater visibility and certainty on booking times, allowing drivers to choose a slot that meets their own timescales. It also provides improved communication with drivers through SMS messaging or emails, offering updates on job progress and completion times. ATS Euromaster expects the app to account for 50% of all its mobile tyre fitting requests in the future.

Cap HPI has launched new data called Lifecycle Emissions, which allows fleets to report on the carbon footprint of their vehicles over their entire lifetime. The data includes information on production and recycling, enabling companies to provide increased transparency and meet Scope 3 requirements. Cap HPI's New Vehicle Data product and consulting team will provide access to the data, and the company is working with OEMs to establish standard reporting metrics.

Brightmile has released an update to its driver safety app in partnership with Drivetech. The app intervenes when drivers perform unsafe actions, such as speeding, and provides e-learning content designed to change risky behavior. The update includes improved e-learning with better accessibility and user experience on mobile devices. The app also offers vehicle safety checks, incident reports, and a driver rewards system.

Sopp+Sopp has launched a new electronic notification of loss (eNOL) app called Activate Initiate to improve incident reporting times and claims efficiency. The app allows drivers to submit quick and accurate incident reports, helping to control claims costs and reduce off-road time. It can be accessed through a link or QR code and integrates with existing driver communication tools.

Samsara has released new data that shows how artificial intelligence (AI) can improve road safety and upskill the UK's driver workforce. The majority of fleets are implementing new AI solutions for advantages in road safety, driver coaching, and worker upskilling. However, privacy concerns are a significant factor, and only 22% of respondents say drivers are completely accepting of in-cab cameras. Education on how video data is captured and uploaded can address driver concerns and improve acceptance of AI.

Targa Telematics has signed a strategic partnership with Renault to integrate data from Renault and Dacia vehicles into its platform. The partnership will enable Targa Telematics to provide new mobility services by harnessing data collected from sensors within the manufacturer's vehicles. The goal is to develop innovative connected mobility solutions that cater to the needs of fleet managers and drivers. Targa Telematics has also announced a collaboration with TCH Leasing to provide proactive service maintenance and real-time alerts about vehicle conditions.

FutureCar Staff