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Operationsby Chad SimonMarch 20, 2019

Meeting the Challenges of Safely Operating an Urban Fleet 

From Uber drivers to scooter users and pedestrians buried in their cell phones, fleet drivers navigating medium-duty trucks in the big city face an entirely different reality than their suburban or rural counterparts.  

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Telematicsby Paul ClintonMarch 19, 2019

Smarter Video Telematics Wave Arrives

An array of new and updated solutions in 2019 will help fleet managers reduce risky driver behavior like never before.

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Operationsby Mike AntichMarch 19, 2019

10 Trends: Vocational Work Trucks Cost of Ownership

Total cost of ownership for vocational truck fleets is trending upward, primarily due to higher fuel prices, increased maintenance costs due to higher labor rates and parts prices, and commodity-driven increases in tire prices.

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Vehicle Researchby Paul ClintonMarch 12, 2019

2020 Ford Explorer: 5 Fleet Features

For the pharmaceutical sales and construction fleets that use it, the Explorer provides plenty of fleet-friendly features, such as a roomy interior, comfort, and capabilities that support longer trips and minimize driver fatigue.

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Global Fleetby Lauren FletcherMarch 11, 2019

Predictive Maintenance: Tell Me Something I Don’t Know

Preventive maintenance programs are yesterday’s news. Tomorrow’s fleet manager is working on predicting issues before they even occur.

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Global Fleetby Israel DuanisMarch 11, 2019

5 Ways AI Is Revolutionizing the Car Rental Industry

Decades of fleet management experience, a loyal customer base, ownership of vehicles, and the knowledge of how to maintain them gives today’s car rental industry a competitive edge in the emerging smart mobility space.

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Global Fleetby Amy HercherMarch 5, 2019

How to Keep Drivers Happy

Since fleet drivers spend most of their workdays on the road, they may feel more detached from their companies. Managers can help drivers feel more connected by offering opportunities for them to communicate their opinions, participate in company discussions, and take part in incentive programs.

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Global FleetCover Storyby Lauren FletcherMarch 4, 2019

Remarketing in 2018: Minimal Depreciation & Stable Prices

A steady supply, thriving shipping market, and increased demand helped stabilize wholesale values going into 2019.

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Safetyby Kathy CloseMarch 4, 2019

CBD Oils May Result in DOT-Testing Violation

Use of THC is forbidden for a regulated driver, no matter the source. As a result, medical and recreational marijuana and some CBD oils, even if legal under state law, are federally banned.

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NYC Medical Fleet Combines Safety Tech to Manage Fleet Risk

Using two camera-based technologies, Ambu-Trans reduced fleet collisions from 35 a year to six.

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