TomTom Traffic and IFS join forces
20 January, 2016IFS has collaborated with TomTom and developed a major feature enhancement to the IFS Mobile Workforce Management solution.
The future is now — talking to cars a reality (though not in Australia)
13 January, 2016More than 33 years after the popular American TV show Knight Rider showed David 'The Hoff' Hasselhoff talking to his car KITT, Volvo and Microsoft are launching a wearable-enabled voice control system.
National heavy vehicle safety a step closer
15 December, 2015The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator's (NHVR) revised National Heavy Vehicle Inspection Manual has been launched by Stephen Mullighan, South Australian Minister for Transport and Infrastructure.
Ridgeback toolboxes
11 December, 2015The Ridgeback range of toolboxes designed specifically for utes consists of four main product groups available in a variety of models to suit the needs of any application.
A meeting of the minds for fleet safety
10 December, 2015Fleet and mobile asset management solutions provider MixTelematics recently joined forces with Brake Professional, a not-for-profit global membership service for professionals working in the fields of fleet safety and road safety. The two companies came together to co-host a webinar exploring the topic of in-vehicle technology and the impact on fleet safety.
Ready Track GPS tracking
08 December, 2015Ready Track's GPS vehicle tracking systems provide control over fleet operations and improve business performance.
Navman Wireless DIRECTOR GPS tracking software
02 December, 2015Navman Wireless has announced the release of its newest GPS software platform, Navman Wireless DIRECTOR.
Safety recall Mitsubishi Triton
26 November, 2015Mitsubishi Motors Australia is advising owners of the Triton 16MY MQ — fitted with genuine accessory tow bar (kits) part numbers MZ350452 and MZ350552 — that the Compliance Label does not comply with the marking requirements in either ADR 62/02 or AS4177.1. Specifically the towing loads do not match the specifications for 16MY MQ Triton.
Toyota HiLux ute
24 November, 2015Toyota has released the new-generation HiLux range. Almost every aspect of the eighth-generation HiLux has been strengthened, including a thicker frame, stiffer body, new high-torque turbo-diesel engines, advanced six-speed transmissions, beefed-up suspension and brakes, and expanded off-road ability.
Your duty of care and the high price of failure
19 November, 2015Driving is a hazardous business. You must do everything within reason to protect your people from risks associated with their work. There are heavy penalties for failing to do so.
Is it your duty to care?
16 November, 2015As duty of care becomes a more prominent issue within Australia, it leaves fleet managers wondering how this fits into their daily operations and whether they are potentially exposed to OHS legislation.
Streets ahead
13 November, 2015Queensland-based Stonestreets Coaches has been providing specialised vehicles for tours, charters, schools and industry for more than 22 years. Run by Phil Stonestreet and his sister Beverley Mules, the company employs some 300 staff. Since 1993, the company has grown its fleet of three buses to over 240. Rapid growth of the fleet warranted the implementation of a fleet management solution that would enable them to better service existing clients and provide for further business opportunities.
The 5 best ways to cut fuel costs
12 November, 2015Given that fuel is the largest fleet operating cost, managing fuel consumption is essential for a company to remain competitive. Companies with the most efficient utilisation rely on location intelligence technologies to provide visibility into the areas that most influence fuel costs.
Government targets fleet buyers
12 November, 2015The Australian Government is providing incentives for Australians to purchase low-emissions vehicles as part of a new $50 million program funded through the Clean Energy Finance Corporation.
Pervidi paperless heavy vehicle pre-start checks
06 November, 2015Techs4Biz has released a new electronic pre-start checks app from Pervidifor for use with heavy vehicles, plant and equipment. The app enables operators and inspectors to ensure heavy machinery meets safety requirements.
