Community Transport Posts
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The Future of Community Transport
As we stand on the precipice of a new era in transportation, the future of community transport services is rich with possibilities and innovations....
How to Avoid the Dangers of Driver Fatigue
Driver fatigue is an issue for anyone that drives. Studies have shown that drivers don't just fall asleep without warning. Drivers who fall asleep...
How Community Transport Services Keep Us All Connected
Community transport services are designed to cater to the specific needs of individuals who cannot access or afford regular transportation options. ...
Community Transport Costs
Community transport costs but for many, it is a fundamental part of everyday life, especially for those without access to traditional methods it can...
5 Quick Tips On How to Grow Your Volunteer Drivers
If you need some quick tips on how to grow your volunteer drivers then you've come to the right place. Volunteer drivers play a crucial role in...
2022: The Biggest Software Updates Ever on Road XS
As 2023 is almost upon us, we thought it was time to look back on 2022 and all the changes and improvements which have happened on the platform...
The Community Transport Booking System Built to Connect Communities
A community transport booking system (also known as a community transport management software) is a must-have for anyone operating a community...
Fuel Saving Tips to Reduce Your Transport Costs
With petrol prices set to rise above £2.50 a litre and Diesel above £3 a litre in the near future (Guardian), these fuel saving tips will help you...
10 Important Winter Driving Tips to Know
Some of these winter driving tips will seem blindingly obvious but it's easy to forget the basics when we're in a rush or not thinking too far...
Why Community Transport Matters More Than Ever
Community transport is the backbone of many communities across the UK. Without these type of services people simply wouldn't be able to travel and...
How Does Demand Responsive Transport Software Work?
Demand responsive transport software (DRT Software), is the technology behind demand responsive transport services one of the most modern modes of...
What is Community Transport?
What is community transport? is something that many people ask us. Often, people have never heard about it unless a member of family has been unable...
Solving the Dial a Ride Dilemma
Dial a Ride which is also known as demand responsive transport, is an ad-hoc service that meets the demands of its passengers. Within a community...
How to Keep Your Volunteer Drivers Happy
Volunteer drivers are the backbone of community transport services. Their time, generosity and good will, are what keep communities moving across...
Why Community Transport Matters
Community transport matters. It is a vital service for people up and down the country. It's a service which is often not talked about and you will...
Transporting the Community with Celia Arthur
We caught up with Celia Arthur, the transport manager for Bluwave Community Transport (www.bluwave.org.uk) and we discussed the issues which are...
The Need for Volunteer Drivers
Volunteer drivers are the backbone of community transport. Everyday up and down the country volunteers are giving their time to assist in getting...
Podcast: The Value of Community Transport with David Squires
In this episode we're really pleased to welcome our special guest David Squires. We discuss amongst many things the value of community transport for...
Dial a Ride Done Right
Road XS provides the most user-friendly dial a ride software that adapts in real-time to your transport needs and requirements. Just in case you...
Podcast: What’s The Future for Community Transport?
Find out what the future of community transport might look like as we explore bots, automated vehicles and whether technology is actually reducing...
How to Use Road XS for a Stress Free Christmas
Christmas is a great time to get involved in some festive good will, fun and relaxation (eventually). However, community transport providers often...
Community Transport
Community transport (also known as CT), offers a safe and accessible service for those who are unable to travel independently or use public...
What We’ve Learnt About Community Transport
Amazingly, Road XS has now been around for over two years, since Autumn 2016. On reflection, we realised what an incredible amount we have learnt...
Plan for Sustainability
Just image this... You woke up tomorrow to find all your funding has been cut immediately. Do you know what you would do? Would this be the end...
15 Signs You Need Road XS Community Transport Software
1) You currently operate from paper or spreadsheets… This is not necessarily a problem. It works, and you know your system. The problem is, what...
Volunteer Driver Mileage Allowances
Volunteer drivers are the backbone of any community car scheme. If a volunteer enjoys driving, then the opportunities are plentiful and their...
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