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AF Weekly News Recap: CALSTART Appoints a New CEO, Freight Fraud Rises, & Safety Culture That Makes a Difference

In this week's news roundup, Faith Howell covers CALSTART's leadership update, fleet safety takes from the AFLA Conference, freight fraud, and more.

October 17, 2025

In this week’s AF news roundup:


🚗 New CEO at CALSTART


Michael Bérubé steps in as the new CEO of CALSTART, bringing deep experience from the U.S. Department of Energy. His leadership is set to drive stronger partnerships and accelerate the transition to clean, low-carbon transportation.


🚗 4 Trips, 10 Flights, and 1,000 Fleet Conversations


AF’s Chris Brow hit the road — and the skies — connecting with fleet leaders and suppliers across the country. From EV rollouts to charging challenges, his whirlwind tour gathered insights shaping the next generation of fleet strategies.


🚗 When Fleet Safety Becomes a Way of Life


Fleet safety is about cultivating culture. See how companies are embedding safety into hiring, training, and daily operations to improve retention and cut costs.


🚗 Detecting Fraud to Protect Shippers, Carriers, and Loads


Freight fraud is on the rise. Learn how fleets are using verification tools, authentication systems, and real-time tracking to fight back and protect the supply chain.

Catch Up on Last Week's Roundup HERE! 

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