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Newsby StaffSeptember 15, 2022

Volvo Seats Recognized for Ergonomic Design, Possible Safety Benefits

The American Chiropractic Association recognizes the ergonomically designed seats in Volvo Cars' entire lineup of vehicles, which may also have an impact on roadway safety.

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Articlesby Chris BrownOctober 5, 2021

4 Growing Safety Issues — and Solutions — for Fleets

Fleet managers and safety stakeholders discuss how organizations can address smartphone addiction, in-vehicle distraction, spec’ing for ergonomics, and driver complacency in an era of increasing automation.

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Articlesby Mike AntichMay 16, 2021

Ergonomically Designed Equipment Reduces Workers’ Comp Claims

Ergonomics must be high on the fleet manager’s “radar screen” because it can significantly impact the bottom line by reducing workers’ comp costs, improving driver productivity, and reducing fatigue-induced operator errors that can lead to preventable accidents.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichSeptember 25, 2020

Improving Truck Ergonomics Enhances Operator Productivity & Safety

The best way to spec more ergonomic vehicles is by proactively identifying existing and potential issues and rectify them before they impact morale, or, in worst-case situations, result in injuries.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 17, 2020

Jaguar Land Rover Developing a 'Moving' Seat

Jaguar Land Rover is developing a new seat meant to improve driver well-being by addressing the health concerns that come with sitting down for too long.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichDecember 23, 2019

Harness the Power of Driver Engagement

If you are not actively engaging your drivers to help meet fleet objectives, you are managing the fleet with one hand tied behind your back. Most fleet programs focus on managing the asset versus managing the driver.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 7, 2018

Video: How Drivers Can Deal with Physical Issues

Leg cramps, back pain, and muscle spasms can strike at any time, including when a driver is behind the wheel. When it happens on the road, certain physical issues can be downright dangerous.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichMay 12, 2018

Collaboration Between Procurement & EHS Can Yield Dramatic Spend Reductions

Procurement underperforms in cross-collaboration initiatives with other corporate spend categories, such as Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) and supply-chain management.

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Driving Notesby Mike AntichSeptember 5, 2017

2017 Ford Focus Hatchback

When testing a fleet vehicle, you first need to determine whether it can fulfill various fleet applications. Next, assess the variables that influence the total cost of ownership, determine safety ratings, and evaluate driver ergonomics.

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Articlesby Andy LundinSeptember 1, 2017

Ways to Improve Driver Ergonomics for Fleets

The way drivers sit in their vehicles and assessing upfits for fleet utilization can help fleets determine ways to improve the physical well-being of its drivers.

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