Route planning saves miles

There seems to be no end to the number of ways we can cut the carbon footprint of vans and trucks, but foremost amongst them is the simple and vital science of logistics. No matter how well maintained a vehicle fleet may be, take the long way home and up go your fuel bill and operating costs.

But this need not be a problem, as thousands of operators have already discovered. Use a good fleet management and route planning system and you’ll cut mileage and fuel. Less fuel means lower emissions so everyone is happy.

So, how do you go about deciding which system to use? One obvious answer is to visit the Commercial Vehicle Operator Show from 13-15 April next year, where a wide variety of suppliers will show their latest technology. Head for Hall 5 and talk to firms like Cybit, TomTom Work and Road Tech - all are major players in the UK and European markets. Wherever your customers take you, the going will be easier for the local knowledge that a good route planning and logistics system offers.

So, for no more getting stuck under a bridge or trying a three-point turn in a cul-de-sac, register now for your free entry ticket to the 2010 CV Operator Show. Go to cvoperatorshow.com and note the dates in your 2010 schedule.

The Commercial Vehicle Operator Show is owned by the CV Show LLP, comprising the Road Haulage Association, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders and IRTE Services Ltd, the trading company of the SOE (Society of Operations Engineers). Crystal Communications will manage the Show organisation, stand sales and marketing.