Preventing Accidents Through Technology
Is technology helping fleets stay safe on the road, or is it simply adding more distractions? From telematics to cameras, tech is a big part of many fleets' accident management solutions.
November 11, 2021
Is technology helping fleets stay safe on the road, or is it simply adding more distractions? From telematics to cameras, tech is a big part of many fleets' accident management solutions.
November 11, 2021
While accident rates typically vary by fleet type, size, and overall make-up, reduced vehicles on the road and increased driver distraction impact all fleets.
October 5, 2021
A recurring question is whether it makes business sense to provide company vehicles to employees or to reimburse them for the use of their personal vehicles. Here are 30 reasons why reimbursement may not be the best choice.
September 27, 2021
Obtaining phone records hinges on whether the phones are company owned and your state’s subpoena and consent laws. However, there are workarounds and best practices to help.
July 11, 2021
From preventing collisions to helping drivers do their jobs better, safety technology is working hard for fleet…and comes with unexpected benefits.
November 30, 2020
How does weight rating versus actual weight work, and when can an enforcement officer operate off actual vehicle weight? Stay compliant with these questions answered.
November 26, 2020
Accident management is challenging, and with the growing adoption of smartphones and in-vehicle technology, one way to make a big difference is by changing driver behavior.
December 10, 2019
As of Dec. 17, most motor carriers are required by federal law to use electronic logging devices, or ELDs, to track truck driver hours of service. Whether you’ve waited until the last minute to flip the switch or you’re already running ELDs, here are some things you need to keep in mind to avoid citations, bad CSA scores, or unsatisfactory safety ratings.
December 9, 2019
One place fleet managers are looking for help in reducing incident rates: advanced technology. But safety policies should not be ignored.
December 3, 2019
A focus on protecting drivers is also good for business. Utilize a telematics program to track and promote safe practices.
September 6, 2019
Service fleets have unique fleet safety and efficiency challenges that can be addressed by telematics – yet few service fleets have implemented this technology. But service fleets, such as lawn services and HVAC companies, can see major benefits from a telematics solution.
April 4, 2019
Known as ‘the new drunk driving,’ distracted driving claims thousands of lives each year. Here’s how work truck fleets deal with distracted driving temptations.
December 11, 2018
The basics of the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate will help you determine if further research and compliance are needed.
March 8, 2017
From the basics regarding compliance to details regarding costs and benefits, everything the vocational truck fleet manager needs to know about the upcoming deadline for the ELD mandate is shared.
March 8, 2017
Choosing the right brakes for a medium-duty truck can make spec’ing complex; however, there are clear-cut reasons to use both, depending on payload and work environment.
March 1, 2012
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