Harnessing the potential of in-vehicle telematics
As in-vehicle telematics grows in influence, now is the time to learn how to make the most from the data.
Best Practice for New Instructions
In sending new enquiries to TRL, we understand that you might not always have all the information at an early stage. However, there are steps you can take to help us to assign the most appropriate expert, ensure you receive the most accurate estimate for the work required, and ultimately provide you with the best investigation.
The Importance of Visibility
Visibility is one of the most important factors for drivers, particularly for those of large vehicles such as HGVs and vans, which have the highest rate of other road user deaths per mile travelled
The importance of best practice when investigating lorry rollover
For any given vehicle travelling on a curve, there is a sideways acceleration threshold above which it is prone to roll over. The sideways acceleration it experiences is determined by its speed and the curvature and the camber or crossfall of the curve…
TRL investigates fatal collision at velodrome
This case study relates to a fatal incident which took place at an indoor velodrome, where TRL’s investigation covered multiple technical areas including grip testing, environmental testing for dirt and debris, CCTV analysis and accident reconstruction.
TRL calls for wider implementation of eCall to improve road safety
eCall is a vehicle system which automatically alerts emergency services in the event of a serious road collision.
Vehicle Collision Fraud
Did you know that the Insurance Fraud Bureau estimates that ‘Crash for Cash’ collisions cost the UK around £340 million per year?
What is ‘Pedal Error’?
Pedal error – i.e. pressing the wrong pedal – is a phenomenon that occurs more regularly than many people would expect.
What do we do with vehicle inspections?
TRL’s Experts are highly trained and have many years’ experience of vehicle assessment and inspection, ranging from bicycles to tractors and large goods vehicles.
Q&A – Event Data Recorders (EDRs)
Frequently asked questions and answers on Event Data Recorders; what they are, when they record, and their uses for accident reconstruction