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Seeing Machines report reveals rise in driver distractions
Road Safety

Seeing Machines report reveals rise in driver distractions

A new report reveals 3.6 million unsafe driving events in Australia, raising concerns about fatigue and distraction in commercial transport.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Main Roads WA launches app to aid vehicle inspections
Fleet Management

Main Roads WA launches app to aid vehicle inspections

Main Roads Western Australia has launched a Motorola Solutions app to enhance safety and efficiency for heavy vehicle inspectors during checks.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Teletrac Navman survey reveals impact of mobile distractions
Fleet Management

Teletrac Navman survey reveals impact of mobile distractions

A global survey by Teletrac Navman reveals that mobile phone use causes 68% of distracted driving incidents, impacting 70% of businesses.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Austroads spearheads digital identity initiative for driver licenses
Digital Signage

Austroads spearheads digital identity initiative for driver licenses

With over four million verifications a month, Austroads seeks to revolutionise digital identity in Australia by extending its expertise in digital driver licenses and digital photo ID credentials.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2024
Seeing Machines wins Prince Michael International Safety Award for AI tech
Artificial Intelligence

Seeing Machines wins Prince Michael International Safety Award for AI tech

Seeing Machines scoops Prince Michael International Safety Award for its innovative AI occupant monitoring technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Dec 2023
Ensuring driver safety in the age of evolving networks
Unified Communications

Ensuring driver safety in the age of evolving networks

With a year remaining to upgrade essential driver safety technology, acting today will safeguard the future well-being of fleet vehicle drivers.

By Max Verberne • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jul 2023

Global Stories

Road Safety stories

SenSen reports third cash-positive quarter with growth plans
Artificial Intelligence

SenSen reports third cash-positive quarter with growth plans

SenSen Networks has reported AUD $1.3 million in operating cash flow for Q2, marking its third successive positive cash period despite a slight decline from last year's figures.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Survey reveals 70% of global fleets affected by distractions
Fleet Management

Survey reveals 70% of global fleets affected by distractions

A survey reveals 70% of global fleets face issues from distracted driving, prompting New Zealand's government to consider stricter penalties for violations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Netradyne & Roos Fleetservice partner to boost EU vehicle safety
Edge Computing

Netradyne & Roos Fleetservice partner to boost EU vehicle safety

Netradyne partners with Roos Fleetservice to enhance vehicle safety in Europe through its AI-driven Driver•i system, aiming to revolutionise fleet management across the EU.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
World AI Day highlights AI's transformative power & potential
EduTech

World AI Day highlights AI's transformative power & potential

AI leaders anticipate pivotal transformations across business, education, and transport sectors as stakeholders reflect on advancements ahead of World AI Day on 16th July.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
Seeing Machines releases Guardian Insights Report on fleet driver behaviour
Cartech

Seeing Machines releases Guardian Insights Report on fleet driver behaviour

Seeing Machines has published its first Guardian Insights Report, documenting the impact of driver behaviour in fleet vehicles.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Nov 2023
Winners revealed for Australia & New Zealand Digital Transformation Awards 2023
Data Analytics

Winners revealed for Australia & New Zealand Digital Transformation Awards 2023

Australia and New Zealand Health and Public Sector Digital Transformation Awards winners announced. Qlik celebrates transformative uses of its resources.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Nov 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Road Safety stories

The ethics of AI in transportation: Who gets left behind?
Artificial Intelligence

The ethics of AI in transportation: Who gets left behind?

Startec Dynamics introduces Athena, an affordable AI system enhancing motorcycle safety for millions, challenging the notion that transport AI is a luxury only for the elite.

By Ivan Ting • 3 min read • Tue, 6th May 2025
TTC reports 74% surge in e-learning driver uptake
eLearning

TTC reports 74% surge in e-learning driver uptake

TTC has announced a striking 74% rise in its e-learning driver training uptake, with over 54,000 hours logged in 2024, reflecting a commitment to road safety.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
AI will significantly impact supply chains, industry debate finds
Unified Communications

AI will significantly impact supply chains, industry debate finds

Over 150 supply chain leaders from Sainsbury's, Nestle, and more attended SCALA's annual debate on AI's impact. Polling showed shop floor roles most affected.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
Netradyne & Intelex collaborate to boost UK fleet safety
Edge Computing

Netradyne & Intelex collaborate to boost UK fleet safety

AI safety tech firm Netradyne partners with Intelex to penetrate the UK market, promising to revolutionise road safety and fleet management.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
'Log Ninja' mobile app enhances New Zealand's trucking safety
Software Development

'Log Ninja' mobile app enhances New Zealand's trucking safety

New Zealand truck drivers can now utilise the free Log Ninja app aimed at boosting road safety, reducing paper logbooks, and easing compliance burdens.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024