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Episode 116: Liz Allan, James Dewhurst and Richard Parker - Enhancing Driver Safety and Operational Efficiency

Liz Allan speaks to James Dewhurst, the Sales Director at Webfleet and Richard Parker, EV Consultant (UK) at Bridgestone Mobility Solutions. They discussed the crucial need for supporting remote workers in sales and driving roles, emphasising safety and health. They shared insights from the Greenfleet EV Rally, highlighting data-driven driving efficiency and safety improvements. They also explored innovative fleet management strategies, breaking down barriers to decarbonisation. They also touched on the ever-important topic of reducing road fatalities and misinformation.

James Dewhurst Bio:
James Dewhurst is the Sales Director for Webfleet, a Bridgestone Mobility Solutions brand, with over 15 years of telematics experience. Based in Scotland, James focuses on advancing fleet decarbonisation and safety goals, using connected vehicle technology and partnerships to help businesses achieve sustainable and efficient operations.

James Dewhurst Links:
Website: https://www.webfleet.com/en_gb/webfleet
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-dewhurst/

Richard Parker Bio:
Richard Parker is an EV Consultant at Bridgestone Mobility Solutions, specialising in guiding fleets toward zero-emission vehicles through education and tailored solutions. With nearly five years at Webfleet and a history of leading impactful EV transitions, such as converting 48 vehicles at Portsmouth Naval Base in 2017, Richard uses real-world data and expertise to help businesses improve efficiency and reduce carbon footprints. 

Richard Parker Links:
Website: https://www.bebridgestone.com/our-businesses/bridgestone-mobility-solutions
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardjparker1

Episode Keywords:
Remote workers, driver safety, driver concentration, mobile phone policies, Greenfleet EV Rally, net zero road fatalities, decarbonisation, misinformation, green initiatives, connected vehicles, vehicle data, fleet management, sustainability driving styles, operational efficiency,

Episode Hashtags:
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