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It Takes only 23 Seconds to Steal a Car!!

December 4th, 2018

PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE AGAINST MODERN DAY THEFT METHODS Official figures show car theft hit a six year high last year, up an estimated 57,000 crimes in 2 years. These are worrying stats on the increase of car crimes involving relay theft. One in 3 cars are stolen with the vehicles own key. Do something about it! Install a Meta Trak VTS tracker to your vehicle. The VTS comes with driver ID tags which fight wireless key relay theft and key…

Four ways to help manage your risk, reduce road accidents, and cut costs

November 13th, 2018

It should come as no surprise that road traffic accidents are extremely bad for business. While your number one concern is understandably the safety of your staff, the financial implications are just as severe. Accidents can eat into your finances on many levels, whether your business is shelling out for vehicle repairs, dealing with litigation costs, or simply having to fork out for an increase to its insurance premium, the argument for reducing risk is well founded. The utopian dream…

Save Now on TomTom LINK Fleet Tracking Systems

September 14th, 2017

If you order 5 TomTom LINK 410/510 vehicle tracking devices before 31st October 2017 you will get the fifth one free. This is a fantastic offer and a great way to get started with a fleet tracking system. Why use a fleet tracking system? TomTom fleet management is a fantastic way to keep track of a mobile workforce. This practical, reliable solution features professional navigation and traffic information so that you can optimise your route planning and ensure your…

Mobile Phones & Driving: Your Guide to the Law

May 4th, 2017

You might have seen in the news that the law has been updated when it comes to using a mobile phone while driving. Since 2003 it has actually been against the law to even touch your phone while driving, whether that is to make a call, respond to a message or use GPS. This includes using a handsfree set, using your mobile to follow a map or “just reading a text” without responding. Even if you are stationary, queueing in…

HOW TO GET THE MOST FROM YOUR FLEET MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

April 13th, 2017

When you think about investing in a fleet management system, often there are three main points you will want to know about: reducing fuel consumption; improving driver accountability and increasing overall efficiency. All three of these are fairly easily achieved, but if you stop there you’re missing out on some of the great features of your fleet management system. Here is a quick breakdown of the benefits you can get from your fleet management system: Fuel Savings The cost of…

Meta Track Systems

January 23rd, 2017

Recently TomTom Telematics released their new Pro 8 series portable terminals which will transform the possibilities and have a big impact on the fleet management system. The terminals are connected to the Webfleet platform via a tom-tom link tracker and are designed to relate information back to the office in real time so decisions can be made more quickly and effectively. The 2 new pro models are the 8270 and the 8275, the main difference between the devices is that the 8275 comes with a 5 megapixel rear camera support and 3G modem .

Tomtom Telematics Series 8 Release

January 23rd, 2017

Recently TomTom Telematics released their new Pro 8 series portable terminals which will transform the possibilities and have a big impact on the fleet management system. The terminals are connected to the Webfleet platform via a tom-tom link tracker and are designed to relate information back to the office in real time so decisions can be made more quickly and effectively. The 2 new pro models are the 8270 and the 8275, the main difference between the devices is that…

New Car phone Legislation

September 19th, 2016

New Car phone Legislation Motorist using a mobile phone while driving face bigger fines and more points The government are planning to increase the number of penalty points to 6 for any driver caught using a mobile phone while driving and also increasing the penalty fine from £100 to £200. The proposals are part of the governments Road Safety Plan and are aimed at those who repeatedly offend. Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin said: “Using a mobile phone at the wheel…

TomTom Telematics Series 8 release

May 3rd, 2016

Recently TomTom Telematics released their new Pro 8 series portable terminals which will transform the possibilities and have a big impact on the fleet management system. The terminals are connected to the Webfleet platform via a tom-tom link tracker and are designed to relate information back to the office in real time so decisions can be made more quickly and effectively. The 2 new pro models are the 8270 and the 8275, the main difference between the devices is that…

Meta Trak Systems Introduction

February 4th, 2016

ICT would like to welcome Meta into the world of tracking with an exciting new series of GPS tracking systems. As more and more customers and businesses are looking at tracking either for insurance purposes or just peace of mind, Meta Trak have covered it all. The system has also been made easy to use and monitor by a dedicated mobile app as well as an online facility. From the entry level Shield system to the Meta Trak 5, the…