In this episode of Automotive Fleet’s State of the Fleet Industry video series, Auto Driveaway President and CEO Rodney Ruth joins Chris Brown to examine how vehicle transport and fleet logistics are evolving.
Ruth explains how rising expectations for real-time tracking, shorter lead times, and centralized fleet management are driving technology upgrades on both the fleet and provider side. He discusses how Auto Driveaway combines a technology platform with human support, giving fleets both self-service tools and people who can manage complex moves, communicate status, and handle exceptions.
He also compares the dynamics of brokers, pure tech platforms, gig-style delivery models, and traditional driveaway services, outlining where each fits and where they fall short — particularly when fleets need added services such as storage, detailing, damage handling, recalls, and licensing and titling.
Looking ahead 3–5 years, Ruth shares his perspective on:
How changing utilization patterns and more frequent redeployments are influencing demand for transport
Why accurate, timely communication is critical when fleets depend on vehicles as “work tools”
The growing importance of added services and nationwide licensing/titling support
How EV deployment introduces new complexities in safely and efficiently moving vehicles between points
Why ongoing customer conversations will shape the next wave of service offerings in vehicle logistics