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Oct 20-22, 2026 | MD

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Podcasts

How 5-Second Telematics Data Is Changing Fleet Safety

This episode connects with Steve Santostasi of Ford Pro and covers how a few seconds of data can make a difference in fleet safety.

Road signs pointing to “Safe” and “Risky” beside a glowing AI network graphic, illustrating the role of artificial intelligence in driver safety, coaching, training, and risk management.

Articles

Coaching Is Not Training, Even When AI Is Doing It

Ambulance and damaged car at a crash scene on a rainy roadway, illustrating workplace transportation risks and the growing focus on road safety management for fleets.

Articles

Managing Road Risk at Scale: Why Fleet Safety Needs a Data-Driven Framework

Close-up of a Jeep Wrangler front grille and headlight with text noting Stellantis’ recall of 1.3 million Jeep vehicles worldwide over a potential fire risk tied to power steering wiring.

News

Stellantis Recalls 1.3 Million Jeep Vehicles Worldwide Over Fire Risk

News•June 15, 2023

Mechanic Calls Out Amazon After Spotting a Potential Flaw on New Delivery Trucks

A TikTok user has called out the company, in a video with over 500,000 views, for an alleged flaw in the brake lights, according to a media report.

News•by News/Media Release•June 14, 2023

Several SUVs, Cars Capture IIHS Safety Recognitions

Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ awards recently went to four vehicles from various manufacturers.

News•by Staff and News Reports•June 14, 2023

Freights Jammed in Seattle Streets

Growing truck fleets with no increased street infrastructure leads to potentially more greenhouse gas emissions.

News•by News/Media Release•June 12, 2023

Male Drivers Far More Likely than Female Drivers to Die in a Crash

While some 6,049 female drivers lost their lives in crashes in the U.S. in 2021, a staggering 21,329 male drivers died while behind the wheel.

News•by News/Media Release•June 9, 2023

Drive Pilot Heralds Era of L3 Driving in U.S.

Mercedes-Benz becomes the first car manufacturer with authorization to introduce an SAE  Level  3 system in standard production for use on public freeways in the most populous state in the U.S.  

News•by Staff and News Reports•June 9, 2023

Nissan, Subaru Use LiDAR-Based Tech to Improve Safety

LiDAR has made its way to Nissan and Subaru, as both companies are implementing it to improve their safety technology.

News•by News/Media Release•June 6, 2023

Fire Risk Prompts Ford to Recall 125,000 Mavericks and Escapes

The recall affects 2020-2023 model year units with 2.5-liter hybrid or plug-in hybrid engines.

Articles•June 6, 2023

The Perils of Feeling Rushed Behind the Wheel

When drivers are behind schedule or in a hurry, they may resort to aggressive driving habits like speeding and tailgating and even road rage. An expert explores contributing factors, negative consequences, and ways to help your drivers address that harried feeling and stay safe.

Articles•June 5, 2023

Five Reasons to Schedule Routine Inspections for Light and Medium-Duty Fleets

By prioritizing inspections, fleet managers can identify safety hazards, optimize vehicle performance, comply with safety and environmental regulations, and minimize unplanned downtime.

News•by News/Media Release•June 5, 2023

Catalytic Converter Thefts Spike 288% in Just 2 Years

The National Insurance Crime Bureau reports on a surge in catalytic converter theft claims in 2022. Vehicle fleets are not immune to this crime that’s on the rise across the nation.

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