Fleet Risk Consultants

During a recent meeting with a business person we got to discussing vehicles. They mentioned they were looking at changing their current vehicle and would I be able to help them with the process.

At this point I always ask if they know what they want as their new vehicle, but generally speaking people do not know. They have ideas what they might like, but no idea of specifics.

The vehicle is just for them so I didn’t need to focus on the levels of vehicles like I would for a business operating a number of vehicles. But the approach is similar either way.

I sent them away to draw up a list of what the vehicle HAS to have, what it would be NICE if it had and what id DOESN’T need.

Once we have that list we can start eliminating vehicles from the HUGE list of vehicles on the market. I also asked if they were badge concious, as some companies make great cars, but the badge on the front is not always readily accepted.

Start thinking about your list, what do you think is a definite must have?

Why not add it as a comment below so we can see what people think.

Nigel Grainger
Managing Director
Fleet Risk Consultants

The weather has turned wintry and I know I should not be surprised, but I always am, about the poor driving standards of my fellow road users.

The issues in this weather are similar to the rest of the year really.

BE SEEN AND BE ABLE TO STOP SAFELY!!!!!!

If you have your lights on, then the other road users can see you and plan their movements around you.

When you appear out of the murk at the last moment, what do you expect me to do about it? I know you can see where you are going, but your lights are so I can see you.

Stopping is just as simple, if you cant stop in the distance you can see is clear then you are travelling too fast. I suggest you don’t follow me as I have four wheel drive and winter tyres. I can stop and start quicker than you can, but physics is still in control.

I wont be going that quickly, but i know exactly what my car is going to do, even before it does it. I practice in this weather so i am certain.

Basic rules:
Clear all of your windows – They are designed to be see through for a reason, so clear them.
Clear your lights of snow and ice – They are more useful when not buried under an inch of snow.
SLOW DOWN – Whatever speed you thought was slow enough? It isn’t, go slower.
Plan ahead – Carry a spare coat, snacks and a drink.
If it all goes wrong – STAY WITH YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL HELP ARRIVES.

If you don’t have a policy for your employees driving in winter then give my team a call so we can help you protect your team like we protect ours.

Nigel Grainger
Managing Director
Fleet Risk Consultants