--- title: Cornwall gears up for winter as gritters get ready for action description: In this blog post, Cormac outlines the prep process they go through to ensure Cornwall is ready for the winter months ahead image: https://www.masternaut.com/hubfs/WEBSITE/UK/UK%20-%20Resources/UK%20-%20Blog/Masternaut%20Blog%20Preview%20-%20Cornwall.png --- [![michelin-logo-bleu](https://www.masternaut.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Michelin_Connected_Fleet/MCF_Spain/MCF_Spain_Website/michelin-logo-blue.png?width=339&height=100&name=michelin-logo-blue.png "michelin-logo-bleu")](https://www.masternaut.com/) [![Request a call-back](https://hubspot-no-cache-eu1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/5281758/69ca3f9b-7e03-4dde-9b8d-eb43cd206d3c.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-eu1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/5281758/69ca3f9b-7e03-4dde-9b8d-eb43cd206d3c) [![Login](https://hubspot-no-cache-eu1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/5281758/f2777aed-fde1-4abd-a3d7-f30a3b9a3e2a.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-eu1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/5281758/f2777aed-fde1-4abd-a3d7-f30a3b9a3e2a) - English - United Kingdom - [Français](https://www.masternaut.com/fr/) - [Español](https://www.masternaut.com/es/inicio) - [Nederlands](https://www.masternaut.com/nl/) - [Deutsch](https://www.masternaut.com/de/) - [Svenska](https://www.masternaut.com/sv/) - [Italiano](https://www.masternaut.com/it/) - [English - United Kingdom](https://www.masternaut.com/news) - [Français](https://www.masternaut.com/fr/actualites) - Español - [English - United Kingdom](https://www.masternaut.com/events) - [Français](https://www.masternaut.com/fr/nos-evenements) - [Español](https://www.masternaut.com/es/proximos-eventos) - English - United Kingdom - [Français](https://www.masternaut.com/fr/ressources-suivi-de-flotte/) - [Español](https://www.masternaut.com/es/recursos) ![](https://www.masternaut.com/hubfs/WEBSITE/UK/UK%20-%20Resources/UK%20-%20Blog/Masternaut%20Blog%20Header%20-%20Cornwall.png) #### [Blog](https://www.masternaut.com/resources#blog) # Cornwall gears up for winter as gritters get ready for action [**](https://www.masternaut.com/blog/cornwall-gears-up-for-winter/#) [**](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=%20https://www.masternaut.com/blog/cornwall-gears-up-for-winter/) ** Despite fresh memories of summer days on the beach, the darker evenings and chillier mornings are leaving us in no doubt that winter is firmly on its way. It means that the fleet of 28 gritter trucks, operated by Cormac, are being readied for another season of keeping residents moving, no matter what the weather may bring. This season, 16 new lorries will join the 12 existing lorries and they are all set and ready to get out spreading salt straight from the depots. The crews are on 24-hour standby throughout the colder weather ready to respond to instructions at short notice.  The gritters went out for the first time last autumn in late October, and a first frost could arrive at any time this year.   During the severe weather of the winter of 2017/18, gritting crews covered 75,000 miles of road – more than three times around the globe – and used around 14,000 tonnes of salt to help keep Cornwall’s roads moving as freely as possible. There are 25 gritting routes set out across Cornwall, covering the 20% of the road network that carries 80% of the total volume of traffic, and they include prioritising access to hospitals, secondary schools and bus stations. Working with road sensors and weather experts, the crews aim to have roads gritted at least an hour before road temperatures reach freezing point. Following a significant investment in driver training, the teams are ready to get going on their dedicated routes. Dominic Bostock, Cormac Interim Managing Director, says “Our salt is already stockpiled and we’re ready to go out across the roads in Cornwall at a moment’s notice, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. With our newer fleet and newly trained drivers this year, when its needed, we’ll be ready to go out gritting in the early hours of the morning while most of us are asleep to make our journeys safer.” ![](https://www.masternaut.com/hubfs/Masternaut_April2019/Blog/Blog%20/Masternaut%20Favicon.png) #### By Masternaut Team on Oct 24 2019 [Previous Post](https://www.masternaut.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-best-uk-telematics-provider) | [Next Post](https://www.masternaut.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-best-uk-telematics-provider) ## Recent Blog Posts ### [Everything you need to know about Fleet Management](https://www.masternaut.com/blog/connected-fleet-management-solutions) Sep 12 2022 The importance of fleet management services and solutions, which allow companies to keep their fleets connected, can be seen all over the world in a ... 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[Read More](https://www.masternaut.com/blog/evsa) [See All Blog Posts](https://www.masternaut.com/resources#blog/) - Follow us [**l](https://uk.linkedin.com/company/masternaut) - Phone [0113 281 4000](tel:01132814000) Use of this website signifies your agreement to the Terms of Use. © 2026 Masternaut Limited. All Rights Reserved ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "Article", "articleBody" : "If you’ve made the decision to invest in telematics, the next step is finding the right partner. With over 50 telematics companies in the UK alone, there’s plenty of choice and many factors to consider. This blog takes a brief look at some of the key criteria to consider when choosing the best telematics provider for your business.

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Outline what you want to achieve with telematics

There’s no such thing as doing too much research. But unless you narrow down what’s most important to your business, you could feel overwhelmed with information. Make a list of priorities that outline what you want to achieve with your telematics system. Is your key goal better fleet visibility or reducing fuel waste and CO2? Also, identify if you require particular services (e.g. an online customer service portal) to ensure the telematics supplier you choose can meet your demands.

Ensure that your vehicles are compatible with the supplier's telematics devices

One of the first questions you need to ask is: will this system work with my fleet? Check vehicle compatibility at an early stage. Promises of efficiency savings and operational improvements count for nothing if your fleet can’t be connected properly. This applies to both device hardware and platform software.

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Ask for a demo

Most companies are good at selling themselves, so make sure you’re confident in their capacity to deliver. Seeing telematics in person can really bring the project to life. Arrange a product demonstration with potential providers to see how it works in practice. Bring a number of your team with you (e.g. operations, IT, HR) to ensure you get a cross-departmental view.

Evaluate every provider's claims

Another way to evaluate their claims is to ask for case studies and certification for important processes like GDPR and ISO certification. Customer reviews about their service and products are typically a good source of truth, as is their industry reputation. If possible, search or ask for their most recent NPS (net promoter score). You could also explore their website and social media to understand how they engage with potential customers.

Review the installation process, customer care and contract terms

Make sure you look beyond the product itself. Implementation can be one of the most difficult aspects of onboarding, so review the installation process. Ask for a detailed deployment plan that works to your timeline. Then, once your solution is up and running, find out what kind of customer care you’ll receive. Do they have a dedicated customer support team or online portal to easily address your queries or problems?

The typical length of a telematics contract is three or more years. It’s important, therefore, to know what your chosen telematics company can offer in the long-term. While you finalise contract terms, get a clear understanding of their business road map: future-thinking companies are better placed to innovate and provide more value for you in the future.

Use our essential telematics guide

Telematics, if done right, can transform the way your fleet operates. However, it might still seem like a daunting task, so we’ve put our 20+ years of experience to good use to create a buyers’ guide that highlights the key questions and most important elements to focus on.

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