All the larger fleet operators have by now invested in vehicle telematics and technology that helps them them to reduce costs. Vehicle telematics can tell the fleet managers whether there are excessive speeding, harsh braking and cornering and various driving behaviors that could lead to increased wear and tear and […]
The trucking industry is fraught with risks, from hijacking and theft through to damage caused by protest action. But the cost of a breakdown or accident extends beyond the cost of repairing or replacing the vehicle alone, says MiWay. Morné Stoltz, Head of Business Insurance at MiWay, says the true […]
We recently attended a very insightful Brake and Tyre Watch presented by Fleetwatch at the Gene Louw Traffic Centre in Brackenfell. During the first day Dr Paul Nordengen from CSIR made a presentation on RTMS [ Road Transport Management System] This was focused not only on how RTMS can make […]
South Africa’s notoriously dangerous road system poses a myriad of risks to any business dependent on mobility. Given the enormous financial and logistical ramifications faced as a result of the loss or theft of a commercial vehicle, it’s vital that local enterprise owners understand their specific insurance needs and ensure […]
