Volvo Car UK gives car care advice to businesses and fleet managers

As weather forecasters continue to predict that the UK could be facing another harsh winter, Volvo Car UK is recommending a number of ways in which businesses can keep their company car drivers safe during the colder months.

Steve Beattie, Head of Business Sales at Volvo Car UK, explains: “Preparing people and vehicles in advance for winter weather is essential to maintain a safe fleet. Dark mornings and evenings can mean it’s difficult to do important visual checks, such as tyre tread depth and condition, so it’s vital that businesses remind drivers to take the time to do these during daylight hours.

“Headlights can cloud over due to more dirt and debris on the roads, such as sleet or snow, so these should be cleaned daily. Windscreens should also be frequently cleaned inside and out to improve visibility, which is particularly important when the low winter sun makes an appearance. Crucially, drivers need to know what they should do in the event of an accident. We recommend that all of these be outlined in a winter driving policy that is provided to any employee driving a company vehicle.”

Vehicle technology today greatly assists in keeping road users safe, as well as making life more convenient and comfortable. For example, the Volvo On Call app enables Volvo drivers to remotely start the car’s engine to heat its cabin to their desired temperature before they start their journey. This includes turning on the heated windscreen to remotely defrost it, saving drivers valuable time.