Rail logistics firm McCulloch Group said speeding within its fleet vehicles had been “drastically reduced” since it installed telematics tool Webfleet.
The Ayrshire-based company operates a fleet of 50 vans and 13 HGVs for its work maintaining, repairing and constructing rail infrastructure across the UK.
It said that speeding incidents had plummeted since it installed Webfleet in October 2024 – and fuel consumption had significantly improved too, saving the company thousands of pounds.
David Hume, McCulloch Group’s transport manager, said: “With constant pressure to meet tight turnaround times, but strict working hour regulations in place to protect employee wellbeing, tackling speeding between jobs had become a top priority.
“Coupled with a high-profile internal campaign to raise awareness of the safety risks of speeding, Webfleet’s OptiDrive insights have helped us completely transform driver behaviour. Speeding within our operations has been drastically reduced.”
Hume said that less idling and better driving have led to a sharp uplift in mpg, enabling McCulloch Group to recoup the cost of the Webfleet system in under six months:
“Idling used to total 72 hours in a 24-hour period across the full fleet.
“That’s now been reduced by over 80%. It’s an amazing result.
“Our engineers often work in cold conditions trackside and used to keep the engine constantly running for heating. Now, they briefly switch it on every 20 minutes to top up the temperature, which makes a big difference to fuel use and emissions.”
Webfleet regional director Beverley Wise added: “McCulloch Group’s proactive use of Webfleet is a great example of how technology can drive measurable improvements in safety, sustainability and cost control.”
