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Teletrac Navman study links onboarding to driver trust
Data Protection

Teletrac Navman study links onboarding to driver trust

Better onboarding could make fleet safety tech far more effective, as prepared drivers were three times likelier to rate coaching highly.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2026
HERE & Octave add dispatch intelligence in Australia
Software-as-a-Service

HERE & Octave add dispatch intelligence in Australia

Australian dispatchers should see faster incident response as HERE's live map data feeds Octave OnCall with routing and ETA tools.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Aug 2026
Geotab launches investigations tool for Asia Pacific fleets
Digital Transformation

Geotab launches investigations tool for Asia Pacific fleets

The platform could cut manual incident reviews for fleets by combining telematics, evidence and case tracking into one auditable record.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Aug 2026
Drivers back satellite-linked cars for safety, study finds
Unified Communications

Drivers back satellite-linked cars for safety, study finds

Weekly mobile blackouts are pushing drivers towards satellite links, with 75% willing to pay and safety seen as the main draw.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Aug 2026
Intelematics connects one millionth vehicle to eCall
Toyota

Intelematics connects one millionth vehicle to eCall

ANCAP's new safety criteria are likely to make emergency-call systems a must-have, after one million vehicles were linked to Intelematics' platform.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Aug 2026
WEX launches SecureFuel for North American fleet fraud
Software-as-a-Service

WEX launches SecureFuel for North American fleet fraud

Fleet operators could cut unauthorised fuel spending as WEX rolls out real-time checks that flag suspicious purchases before approval.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Sat, 1st Aug 2026
Teletrac Navman launches Energy Hub for mixed fleets
Digital Transformation

Teletrac Navman launches Energy Hub for mixed fleets

Fleet managers gain a single view of charging, fuel and reimbursement data as mixed-energy operations grow more complex.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Jul 2026
Targa Telematics partners Hyundai on fleet data in Europe
Data Protection

Targa Telematics partners Hyundai on fleet data in Europe

Fleet operators across Europe will be able to access Hyundai vehicle data without extra hardware, simplifying mixed-brand fleet management and EV oversight.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Jul 2026
Ford Pro AI launches in Europe for fleet managers
Data Analytics

Ford Pro AI launches in Europe for fleet managers

Fleet managers could save hours of admin as Ford's conversational tool taps live vehicle data to explain faults and upkeep needs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
Transatel joins 5GAA in push for connected mobility
Unified Communications

Transatel joins 5GAA in push for connected mobility

Connected cars are becoming core infrastructure for updates and safety, and Transatel's 5GAA entry puts it into standards talks shaping that shift.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026
Heatwaves raise insurance risk for power generators
Power / Energy

Heatwaves raise insurance risk for power generators

Rising temperatures are making generators more likely to face outages, replacement power costs and bigger balance sheet losses during peak demand.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026

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Australian logistics workers eye exit amid labour strain
Digital Transformation

Australian logistics workers eye exit amid labour strain

Long hours, compliance pressure and mental strain are prompting many Australian logistics staff to consider quitting within five years.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Aug 2026
Teletrac Navman names Sharma as VP Product Management
Software-as-a-Service

Teletrac Navman names Sharma as VP Product Management

The hire comes as the fleet software group expands AI and compliance tools to help operators manage mixed-energy vehicles and tighter regulation.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Aug 2026
UK motor insurance switching falls to lowest since 2023
Data Analytics

UK motor insurance switching falls to lowest since 2023

Fewer motorists switched cover as easing premiums cooled shopping activity, while older vehicles and Chinese brands complicated pricing.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 31st Jul 2026
AEVA calls for tougher connected vehicle data laws
Data Protection

AEVA calls for tougher connected vehicle data laws

Drivers could gain stronger privacy rights as AEVA urges laws to keep connected car data onshore and off by default.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2026
Geotab wins TCA approval for GO9B telematics device
Risk & Compliance

Geotab wins TCA approval for GO9B telematics device

Heavy vehicle operators can now keep existing hardware or adopt a second approved device as Geotab expands its Australian compliance options.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jul 2026
Digident launches FleetStart Radar for West Midlands fleets
Software-as-a-Service

Digident launches FleetStart Radar for West Midlands fleets

Fleet suppliers in the West Midlands can now spot licence changes, care-location updates and roadworks risks in one searchable tool.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Jul 2026