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The 'ghost fleet' crisis: Why idle rental vehicles are your biggest liability

Learn how to tackle the ghost fleet crisis and boost profitability in car rental operations using real-time data and telematics solutions.

August 27, 2026

4 minute read

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Daytime running lights (DRLs): enhance your fleet safety

Daytime running lights, or DRLs, are low-intensity vehicle lights that automatically turn on when the engine is running. Unlike standard headlights, DRLs are designed to increase vehicle visibility during daylight.

August 25, 2026

2 minute read

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Anti-lock braking system (ABS): benefits & safety data

Anti-lock braking systems (ABS) are one of the most impactful safety features in modern vehicles.

August 20, 2026

2 minute read

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Optimising fleet operations in a high-cost economy

In a 2026 economy with €1.84/L diesel, European fleets use telematics to cut maintenance by 24%. Over 55% of SMEs and 61% of freight firms achieve a positive ROI in under 12 months.

July 15, 2026

2 minute read

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Fleet management tools for SMEs: scale and stay UK compliant

Scale your small fleet safely. The Geotab Report 2026 shows how fleet tools help European SMEs cut costs, boost vehicle yield, and automate EU compliance.

July 15, 2026

2 minute read

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2026 Sustainability roadmap: fleet electrification & European CO2 rules

55% of Europe’s fleets run EVs and 64% use AI routing to hit 2026 CO2 benchmarks and cut operating costs.

July 15, 2026

3 minute read

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AI route optimisation: collapsing the last-mile bottleneck

How European fleets use AI routing to fix last-mile bottlenecks.

July 6, 2026

2 minute read

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Construction asset tracking: maximising high-value machinery

How construction tracking cuts ghost hours and theft in Europe.

June 19, 2026

2 minute read

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AI video telematics: securing driver exoneration in Europe

How European fleets use AI video to stop false insurance claims.

June 18, 2026

2 minute read

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Geotab launches the 2026 Report: Connected Fleets in Europe

Geotab's strategic roadmap for European fleet optimisation in 2026.

June 15, 2026

2 minute read

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Tachograph symbols explained: a complete guide to tachograph icons, obligations, and EU regulations

This guide explains every tachograph symbol by category — from driver activity icons to smart tachograph indicators, and covers which vehicles must comply, key legal obligations, along with the penalties for non-compliance.

May 12, 2026

3 minute read

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