Dash Cameras

While both connected dashcams and tracking units can provide benefits to businesses that rely on vehicles, there are some unique advantages to using a connected dashcam over a tracking unit.

Here are some potential benefits of a connected dashcam:

Real-Time Video Recording

A connected dashcam records video in real-time, providing you with visual evidence of any incidents that may occur. This can be particularly useful in the event of an accident or a dispute with a customer.

Improved Driver Safety: A connected dashcam can help improve driver safety by providing real-time feedback on driving behaviour, such as excessive speed or harsh braking. This can help drivers improve their habits and reduce the risk of accidents.

Reduced Insurance Costs: Some insurance companies offer discounts for fleets that use dashcams, as they can help reduce the risk of accidents and fraudulent claims. Additionally, the video footage can provide evidence in the event of an accident, helping you avoid false claims and reduce insurance costs.

Enhanced Security: With real-time video recording and remote monitoring capabilities, a connected dashcam can help deter theft and vandalism. Additionally, the footage can be used as evidence in the event of a crime.

Improved Fleet Management: A connected dashcam can provide insights into driver behaviour and vehicle performance, helping you optimise routes and ensure that your vehicles are being used efficiently and effectively.

Reduced Downtime: With real-time video recording and alerts, a connected dashcam can help you address maintenance and repair needs more quickly, reducing equipment downtime and improving productivity. It can also monitor equipment usage and identify any unsafe practices, such as excessive speeding or harsh braking. This can help you improve safety and reduce the risk of accidents.

From October 2024, the minimum DVS rating will be three stars. As a result, vehicles rated two and below on the DVS rating scale, as well as unrated vehicles, are required to be fitted with the Progressive Safe System (PSS).

The minimum DVS rating will be three stars as of October 2024. Consequently, vehicles rated two and below on the DVS rating scale, including unrated vehicles, will be required to be equipped with the Progressive Safe System (PSS).

Through our partnership with Fonix Telematics, we offer solutions that meet these needs.

Nearside blind spot camera monitoring system (BSIS)

The nearside blind spot must be completely eliminated by installing a camera monitoring system, regardless of whether mirrors are fitted. In order to minimise the amount of time the driver takes off their eyes from the road to see the monitor, in cab monitors should be placed close to a window edge or existing mirror (without obscuring the view through the window).

Mirror replacement camera systems can also be used instead of fitting Class V and VI mirrors. Mirror replacement cameras and monitors intended just for low-speed manoeuvring may shut off at speeds exceeding 20mph. Where an existing camera monitoring system already exists in a vehicle, such as replacing mirrors, an additional camera monitoring system is not required, and the same safety benefits are obtained.

Sensors for blind spots on the near side

To ensure full coverage down the nearside of the vehicle, blind spot information systems must be installed on the vehicle. In the event of an imminent collision, sensors must not respond to roadside furniture or stationary vehicles. It is essential that the sensors on articulated vehicles are positioned so they will provide sufficient coverage of the nearside of the combination without being activated by the trailer itself. A semi-trailer’s rear side must be detected by sensors, and this zone must extend rearward into the surrounding area.

MOIS (Moving Off Information Systems)

When the vehicle is stationary with the brakes applied, the front sensor system must trigger a proximity information signal to the driver to detect pedestrians or cyclists entering the critical blind spot area in front of the vehicle. Whenever the driver begins preparing the vehicle to move from a resting position, the signal must escalate to a collision warning. The front sensor system should be ‘active’ and able to detect vulnerable road users. It is essential that they do not provide false alarms. A visual signal must be provided to indicate when a vulnerable road user has been detected in the detection area, according to the technical specifications. When the vehicle moves off with the vulnerable road user detected, a collision becomes imminent, and an audible alarm signal should sound.

Audible Alarm

A vehicle must be equipped with an audible warning system to alert pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users of its intention to turn. The audible warning volume should range between 65 and 88 decibels/dB(A), measured one metre away from the sounder. It is recommended that operators consider combining spoken warnings with white noise in an audible warning system. The use of audible warning devices should require minimal driver intervention. A manual on/off switch should be built into the device to enable its use between the hours of 23:30 and 07:00.

Left-hand drive vehicles must have an audible vehicle manoeuvring warning to warn people walking and cycling when turning right.

External pictorial stickers and markings

It is mandatory to display warning signs on the rear of the rigid vehicle and any trailer unit in use, and not on the front tractor unit. Pedestrians and cyclists must be made aware of the hazards posed by the vehicle when near it. There must be no offensive signage or instructional advice for people walking and cycling. At a reasonable distance from the vehicle, cyclists and pedestrians must be able to read the text point size. It is recommended that signs be at least A3 in size.

Side under-run protection

To minimise the severity of under-run collisions, vehicles should be equipped with appropriate side under-run protection. It must be provided on both sides of the vehicle unless doing so would be demonstrably impractical. Operators should consider improving sideguard design, such as flat panel sideguards. It is mandatory that any side under-run protection installed complies with the requirements set forth in UNECE Regulation 73.

Having a DVR vehicle CCTV system on an HGV can provide several benefits for businesses and drivers, including:

Improved Safety: A DVR vehicle CCTV system can help improve safety by providing drivers with a 360-degree view of their surroundings, reducing blind spots, and helping drivers avoid accidents.

Reduced Insurance Costs: Insurance companies may offer discounts for fleets that use CCTV systems, as they can help reduce the risk of accidents and fraudulent claims. Additionally, the video footage can provide evidence in the event of an accident, helping you avoid false claims and reduce insurance costs.

Enhanced Security

With video recording capabilities, a DVR vehicle CCTV system can help deter theft and vandalism. Additionally, the footage can be used as evidence in the event of a crime.

Improved Driver Behaviour

A DVR vehicle CCTV system can help improve driver behaviour by providing real-time feedback on driving habits, such as excessive speed or harsh braking. This can help drivers improve their habits and reduce the risk of accidents.

Reduced Liability

With video footage of any incidents that may occur, a DVR vehicle CCTV system can help reduce liability in the event of an accident or dispute with a customer.

Remote Monitoring

With remote monitoring capabilities, a DVR vehicle CCTV system can provide real-time alerts if any suspicious activity is detected, allowing for a quick response.