Webfleet helps FlixBus protect drivers and passengers

The AI-based video solution Webfleet combines vehicle and journey data with computer vision and AI camera technology. The goal is to have a complete perspective on how the fleet behaves on the road, helping to avoid dangerous situations and prevent accidents.

The Global Provider of Travel Mobility FlixBus is using Webfleet's video telematics solution to make Europe's largest long-distance bus network safer.

The AI-based solution fleet management provider combines vehicle and journey data with machine vision and camera technology with artificial intelligence. In this way, FlixBus has a complete view of how the fleet behaves on the road. The solution, that complies with data privacy regulations, Helps avoid dangerous situations and prevent accidents. In addition, Help Protect Drivers, Passengers and other road users, as well as reducing CO2 emissions.

“For bus companies, Road safety is an essential part of their daily work. A Way to Protect Passengers, One of the consequences of traffic accidents is the use of artificial intelligence and video-based solutions such as Webfleet. AI Alert Systems Improve Driving Safety and Reduce the Risk of Accidents in Bus Fleets. Help Protect Drivers from Accidents and False Accusations, while increasing the profitability of the vehicles”, Says Wolfgang Schmidt, Webfleet Central Region Manager.

Andy Breitsprecher, Chief Operating Officer, Flixbus DACH, explains the benefits of Webfleet for FlixBus. “Helps Us Protect Our Drivers, Passengers and other road users. The dashcam, as a 'co-pilot'’ digital, helps our bus drivers drive more prudently and, therefore, Safer”.

The company also plans to integrate recordings of critical situations into its training programs, "Stop in this way, teach drivers how they can further improve their style using real-life examples from their daily driving.".

A more prudent driving style also helps drivers save more fuel during their journeys, which in turn has a positive effect on the company's carbon footprint and fuel costs. And more importantly, according to Breitsprecher, It's also about protecting the drivers themselves, For example, of the false accusations of other road users.

“With the Exterior View Camera, We can reconstruct exactly how a third-party accident occurred at any time. This allows us to protect you in the event that you fall victim to a fraudulent claim”.

Flix is a pioneer in the field of long-distance public transport, which offers environmentally friendly alternatives to travel comfortably and affordably with its FlixBus and FlixTrain brands.

Webfleet is the fleet management solution of Bridgestone that use more than 60.000 companies around the world to improve fleet efficiency, Helping Drivers, Increase security, Comply with regulations and work more sustainably.

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