GBB – Forensic Investigators for Motoring & Engineering Matters

We are a market leading team of forensic scientists, engineers and collision investigators who can offer impartial and expert advice for motoring and engineering matters. Whatever the circumstances, our specialist team can help by providing our very own engineering investigation services.

Our Collision Investigation services consist of a tailored solution which provides an in-depth analysis, as well as answers certain questions about an incident.

For motoring and engineering failures, we are specialists in the analysis of incidents. As well as determining the root cause of a failure, our forensic engineers also come up with an optimum method of preventing the failure from reoccurring.

GBB has a group of specialists who are experienced in the background of Fire Investigation. Their knowledge of ignition temperatures and flammability of certain materials helps identify the area of origin of the fire.

GBB differentiates itself from other consultancies with its own self-funded research department and has been acknowledged in Court for its ‘ research-based and reasoned approach’.

If you would like to find out more about the forensic engineering services we offer, discuss a particular investigation or talk to a specific engineer, contact us today.

Collision Investigation

At GBB, we believe that first-hand research is essential for knowledge and understanding of all aspects of road traffic accident investigation and this, combined with our experience, makes us a leader in the field of collision investigation and accident reconstruction.

Within our collision investigation services, we work with both civil and criminal cases.

Road traffic accidents and collisions often have tragic consequences. It is essential to understand thoroughly the events surrounding the incident. That is where our specialist forensic scientists come in, click here for more information.

 

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Crash for Cash Crooks Behind Bars

13th June 2025

Davies’ forensic experts GBB were commissioned by Direct Line Group (DLG) to investigate two vehicles alleged to have been involved in a collision in Cheddington, Buckinghamshire. Background £40,000 fraudulent claim thrown out Forensic investigation proved fraudulent activity Successful prosecution and sentencing for offenders In August 2019, Davies’ forensic experts GBB were commissioned by Direct Line Group […]

GBB are seeking a collision investigator

9th January 2025

Forensic Collision Investigator – GBB – South Remote/ home Based 35 hours per week – flexible Competitive, incentive-based salary Company vehicle and equipment provided   Why would you join Davies? At Davies people are at the heart of all we do, out values state that we succeed together, and it is this, that makes the […]

GBB stops crash for cash schemes after Highly Commended prize

16th October 2024

  GBB has been awarded the “Highly Commended” prize in the Claims Innovation of the Year category at the Claims and Fraud Awards 2024. The team’s research into the roadworthiness of mopeds hopes to help combat “crash for cash” schemes. This is excellent recognition for GBB and their research, which was entirely independently funded. Following […]

GBB’s Roadworthiness Investigation Combat Crash for Cash Scams

7th March 2024

GBB, a Davies company of research and forensic investigations, has concluded a year-long investigation to understand what effect dropping a moped to the ground has on its roadworthiness and safety to help insurers determine repair costs and identify potentially dishonest claimants more easily. The forensic investigation – which is independent and self-funded – was instigated […]

Fire Investigator Delivers Hinckley Road Case Study to Students

7th March 2024

Kudos to Forensic Fire Investigator Andrew Quine. He was invited to De Montfort University this week to deliver a presentation to 3rd year Forensic Science students and tutors about the Hinckley Road explosion in 2018! The case study explored the meticulous work of the fire investigation team, and their uncovering of critical evidence that was […]

Gbb’s Head of Research Gives Guest Lecture on Collision Physics

7th March 2024

This January GBB’s Head of Research, Mike Hall, appeared as a guest presenter at the University of Worcester. The topic of the lecture was collision physics and Mike covered the scientific principles behind how cars and their occupants react to low and high-speed collisions. A thorough understanding of collision physics is essential for collision investigation […]

GBB Evidence “Instrumental” in Crash For Cash Convictions.

27th April 2018

GBB evidence has been described as “instrumental” in securing multiple convictions following a lengthy investigation by Derbyshire Constabulary. Between 2011 and 2013 Crash for Cash gang members made personal injury and vehicle damage claims costing more than £250,000. On 12 April 2018, five people  pleaded guilty and a further five were found guilty of conspiracy to […]

GBB Launch Vehicle Data Download Service

9th March 2018

Working with the manufacturer to secure exclusive access to state of the art technology, GBB Experts can now capture freeze frame data from accident damaged vehicles’ electronic control modules anywhere in Mainland UK! How Does It Work A portable device images stored on-board-diagnostic (OBD) fault codes and freeze frame data from a vehicle’s electronic control modules. GBB are […]

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