Truck Locator Telematics Blog Archive

    DAF Connect Fleet Management Platform Expands With Webshop & Open Platform
    Posted On: April 9, 2021
    DAF’s fleet management tool is getting a webshop where users can manage their subscriptions and an open-source platform to enable easy integration of third-party fleet management tools. ...
    IVECO ON & Easy Way App Combine IVECO Service & Transport Solutions
    Posted On: March 19, 2021
    The truck manufacturer has merged its digital services for fleet management, vehicle monitoring, and telematics reporting into a single online platform for drivers and fleet managers. ...
    New 'MAN Now' Service Allows For Over-The-Air Software Updates, Including MAN OnlineTraffic For Route Planning
    Posted On: February 16, 2021
    The service lets drivers install updates on demand without having to go to a workshop as long as they have access to mobile Internet and is available across the newest MAN Truck Generation. ...
    Real-Time, Automatic Tachograph Recording & Analysis Feature Added To DAF Connect
    Posted On: January 8, 2020
    DAF Trucks is enhancing its DAF Connect fleet management platform with a new feature called “Remote Tacho Download” that helps operators maintain accurate tacho administration records. ...
    Bridgestone Announces Rebranding Of Recently Acquired TomTom Telematics To Webfleet Solutions
    Posted On: September 16, 2019
    The new name is derived from the WEBFLEET platform that was part of TomTom Telematics for 20 years. ...
    DAF Delivers Valuable Information To Drivers & Fleet Owners With Its Connect & Fleet Services Portals
    Posted On: May 8, 2019
    Every new DAF vehicle sold in the United Kingdom will now come standard with the DAF Connect fleet management platform ...
    Scania Connected Vehicles Produce 2.9 Kilometres Worth Of Invaluable Data Each Month
    Posted On: April 2, 2019
    The truck maker uses this wealth of information to anticipate fleet customers’ maintenance and repair needs, as well as to bolster its efforts in designing new features or improving existing functions. ...
    Bridgestone Europe Acquires TomTom’s Telematics Business For 910 Million Euros
    Posted On: February 8, 2019
    Bridgestone Europe recently announced plans to acquire TomTom’s telematics business for 910 million euros. ...
    Ford & Vodafone Are Testing New Connected Vehicle Technologies
    Posted On: September 27, 2018
    The companies are working to perfect systems that warn drivers of nearby accidents as well as the presence of incoming emergency vehicles, among other things. ...
    DAF Extends Telematics Offering
    Posted On: September 29, 2015
    DAF has upgraded its telematics system to allow it to upload digital tachograph data while the truck is still out driving on the road... ...
    A Welcome Spy in the Cab?
    Posted On: May 7, 2014
    Technology has been making its presence felt in the cab for some time... ...
      Blog Archive
    Volvo FH Aero Drives Seed & Grain Deliveries For Mortimers
    Posted 19/10/2026
    The Driffield-based grain and seed merchant recently expanded its fleet with a new Volvo FH Aero 500, its third Volvo truck in three years. ...
    Read the full blog post
    Next In Line: Scania Launches Its New Generation Touring Coach
    Posted 07/10/2026
    Scania reveals its next generation of coach to the world – the new Scania Touring. ...
    Read the full blog post
    Volvo Group Reports Significant UK & Ireland Carbon Reductions In Its Quest For Net Zero
    Posted 06/10/2026
    Volvo Group says third-party-verified statistics reveal it has reduced carbon emissions by 81% and cut its energy consumption by 56% since 2010. ...
    Read the full blog post
    A UK First: John G Russell & Scania To Thoroughly Test The Viability Of FCEV In Day-To-Day Operations
    Posted 02/10/2026
    Scottish transport and logistics company John G Russell (Transport) Ltd, in collaboration with Scania, will be one of the first to put FCEV trucks into daily operation on UK roads. ...
    Read the full blog post
    Five-Star Quartet! 4 More Scania Trucks Receive Euro NCAP's Top Rating
    Posted 15/09/2026
    Joining Scania's L-series and P-series trucks, which received Euro NCAP's top rating earlier this year, are a pair of R-series and G-series trucks in 4x2 tractor and 6x2 rigid forms, respectively. ...
    Read the full blog post
    Your Guide To Buying Used Vans In The UK
    Posted 11/09/2026
    Truck Locator makes it easy to find the right used van for your needs, providing photos, videos, and detailed specifications along with the seller’s contact information and the other vehicles they have for sale. ...
    Read the full blog post
    Rave Reviews & First-Class Demo See BCD Logistics Take 5 New Volvo FH Aeros
    Posted 10/09/2026
    BCD Logistics has added its first-ever batch of Volvo trucks to its fleet, taking delivery of five FH Aero 6x2 Globetrotter tractor units following the impressive performance of a demonstrator. ...
    Read the full blog post
    DPD Chooses Mercedes-Benz Vans For New EVs
    Posted 10/09/2026
    Mercedes-Benz Vans today announces that leading delivery company DPD has selected dealer eStar to supply 341 eSprinters as part of a wider fleet agreement. ...
    Read the full blog post
    The Truck Locator Buyer’s Guide To Luton Vans
    Posted 09/09/2026
    If you're in the market for a vehicle to transport lightweight but bulky cargo, explore Luton vans for sale on TruckLocator.co.uk. ...
    Read the full blog post
    MAN Forms Strategic Partnership With RMMV & WB Group & Revives Polish Truck Brand Star
    Posted 08/09/2026
    The aim of this partnership is to combine the complementary strengths and expertise of the three companies to address European defence requirements more effectively. ...
    Read the full blog post