Tag Search Result

Fleet Safety

Fleet safety is an important consideration for businesses that rely on vehicles to carry out their operations, as it helps to protect the drivers, passengers, and other road users, as well as reduce the risk of costly accidents and liability.

Fleet Safety Training: E-Learning or Behind-the-Wheel?

Smith System’s Tony Douglas examines how COVID-19 has changed the safety training paradigm and what he believes are the most effective methods for changing drivers’ behaviors.

In-Cab Cameras: Ways to Accelerate Driver Acceptance and Improve Safety

A TSR survey revealed that over a quarter of fleet drivers recall having avoided a crash due to in-cab alerts. Still, barriers to adoption remain. How can fleet managers accelerate acceptance of in-vehicle camera technology?

How to Boost Driver Safety and Improve Behavior in Chaotic Times

As many drivers let safety lapse, heightened dangers on today’s roadways are at a high. Here are some smart strategies fleet operators can use to keep drivers safe and improve negative behaviors.

Post-Accident Strategies for Fleet Drivers

Some 6 million crashes occur on U.S. roadways every year and fleet drivers are at higher risk as they are behind the wheel more often.

Safety Advice for Driving on Snow and Ice

About 17% of vehicle crashes occur in snowy conditions, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It’s important to remind even the most seasoned driver to be cautious in wintry conditions.

Fleet Safety Training: E-Learning or Behind-the-Wheel?

Smith System’s Tony Douglas examines how COVID-19 has changed the safety training paradigm and what he believes are the most effective methods for changing drivers’ behaviors.

IIHS Challenges Automakers to Make Greater Safety Strides

New, stiffer criteria for the 2023 Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ awards target both headlights and side crash protection.

How to Boost Driver Safety and Improve Behavior in Chaotic Times

As many drivers let safety lapse, heightened dangers on today’s roadways are at a high. Here are some smart strategies fleet operators can use to keep drivers safe and improve negative behaviors.

4 Policies Every Fleet Safety Program Should Have

Fleet safety policies are crucial for establishing expectations, rules, procedures, and punishments. Here's how to turn your fleet's policies into a formal safety program.

Smith System’s Douglas Talks Driving Dynamics Acquisition, Trends in Safety Training

After the recent Driving Dynamics acquisition, Smith System’s president and CEO describes how the combined company will be structured and shares the No. 1 way to disable distractions behind the wheel.

Fleet Safety

Readers are Talking: Risk & Safety

To encourage and facilitate discussion of today’s industry challenges, Automotive Fleet offers a platform for fleet managers and other fleet professionals to exchange their diverse opinions and perspectives.

The Fleet Imperative to Identify High-Risk Drivers

On average, 10% of drivers are responsible for 40% of fleet crashes. Having a fleet safety policy is not enough, a company needs to employ technology to identify risks and be overt in its willingness to enforce accountability.

Fleets Reduce Collisions 23% in Three Years

A recent Lytx data report that serves as an industry bellwether of fleet safety trends shows that although Lytx captured more than 14 million risky driving incidents within vehicle fleets in 2022, fleets continue to reduce bad habits.

a Bobit media brand

Create your free Bobit Connect account to bookmark content.

The secure and easy all-access connection to your content.
Bookmarked content can then be accessed anytime on all of your logged in devices!

Create Account