
Netradyne has begun offering its upgraded VisionPRO camera that provides up to eight different views of a commercial truck that helps fleet managers see the side and rear of their vehicles, the San Diego-based video telematics provider announced.
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Commercial fleet drivers log a lot of miles, which puts them at higher risk for accidents. The annual accident rate for commercial fleets is around 20% with some industries even higher.
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Effectively selecting, training, and supervising drivers will help any fleet reduce its number of collisions.
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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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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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An estimated 6,227 pedestrians lost their lives on U.S. roads in 2018, which was a 4% increase over 2017 and the highest number of pedestrian fatalities in nearly three decades.
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American motorists spent an average of 51 minutes driving approximately 31.5 miles each day in 2016 and 2017 — a 5% increase over the 48 minutes and 29.9 miles reported in 2014-2015.
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The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and Governors Highway Safety Association will jointly host a forum in April to address the ongoing problem of speeding, which is a factor in about 10,000 roadside fatalities each year.
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A sudden tire blowout can happen anywhere, anytime. It can be a frustrating situation for a busy commercial driver on a schedule. More importantly, a tire blowout can pose a serious safety hazard.
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Sharing the road with trucks and semi-trailer trucks can be very dangerous — especially as some semis weigh as much as 80,000 pounds.
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