7 Ways Technology has Changed Inspections and Maintenance
By Tim Boyle Paper forms have dominated fleet vehicle inspections and maintenance for years. While tasks such as daily or annual inspections are a compliance requirement for vehicles operating under a DOT number, technology is […] More
GPS Tracking Enables Social Distancing, Optimal Fleet Productivity During Pandemic
By Del Williams In the midst of the Covid-19 crisis, owners and fleet managers of service businesses such as landscaping, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC still need to manage their fleets, but may not want to […] More
Anti-Idling Regulations for Utility Work Trucks Expected to Intensify After COVID-19
By Jack Johnson As countries around the world continue moving toward stricter environmental regulations, the pressure to double-down on vehicle anti-idling laws may intensify soon. People living in densely-populated areas experienced a stark improvement in […] More
Why 2020 Will Still Be the Year of Electric Fleets
By Michael Hughes Conventional wisdom says low oil prices will slow the transition to electric mobility (e-mobility), but the facts on the ground suggest otherwise. The Washington Examiner reported that analysts don’t see the long-term […] More
How Can You Ensure the Safety of Your Drivers During this Time?
As the world fights against COVID-19, we acknowledge the pivotal role played by industries providing essential products and services. They were important before, but these industries now work harder than ever and in challenging circumstances. […] More
Generate Revenue, Even on Slow Days
Technology is evolving the trucking industry. Dynamic routing software optimizes dispatching. Collision mitigation technology makes roads safer. Dash cams provide protection in the case of collisions and phony insurance claims. GPS tracking of trailers and […] More
Is Telematics a Cost or Investment?
BlueArrow Telematics, provider of mobile workforce technologies, recently employed a research assistant to analyze dozens of telematics reports, surveys, and statistics to gain greater insight into how and why fleets use telematics systems. After analyzing […] More
Go Power! Offers Solar Solutions for Entire Work Fleet
Solar-based, renewable, zero fuel power solutions are revolutionizing the battery equation in work trucks, delivery trucks, and service vehicles. ASSAULT AND BATTERY Every day, the batteries serving the essential power needs of commercial vehicles of […] More
Receive ‘Hyper-Accurate’ Safety Analytics with a SmartDrive Integration
Dispatch, maintenance, safety, and driver monitoring are major aspects of a company’s fleet management system. If a management system experiences technical difficulties, operations are slowed to a bare minimum, costing companies time, money, and sometimes, […] More
Optronics’ Purilite Light-shield LED Lamps Reduce Exposure to Allergens and Pathogens
According to a 2018 report from the World Health Organization (WHO), toxic levels of pollution lead to the early deaths of an estimated 7 million people, and indoor air pollution was responsible for an estimated […] More
ZERO HASSLE FLEET MAINTENANCE
SERVICEMASTER RESTORE ADOPTS FLEETIO’S NEW SOLUTION FOR OUTSOURCED FLEET MAINTENANCE. When a disaster strikes, everyday life can be anything but normal. For those moments, ServiceMaster Restore provides restoration services for both commercial and residential buildings […] More
How to Use Fleet Data to Predict and Prevent Unsafe Events: Part 3 of 3
Last month Teletrac Navman shared its 10-step checklist for building a comprehensive safety program and minimizing risk. This month, Teletrac Navman is back for the final part of its Fleet Safety Advisor to share how […] More
HOW TO CREATE A COMPREHENSIVE FLEET SAFETY PROGRAM: Part 1 of 3
Today’s vocational fleets contend with a variety of challenges. From maintaining compliance and avoiding violations to making driver routing more dynamic and efficient and meeting customer needs (and everything else in between), businesses often seek […] More
Fleetio Inspections Save Time, Money, and Increase Uptime
When a company’s top priorities with fleet inspections include a reduction in time spent filling out paperwork, saving money on labor and maintenance costs, and increasing overall company vehicle uptime, there’s really only one direction […] More
Technology Strategies for Successful Fleet Management
Digitization is taking hold in every industry as more companies transition from paper-driven processes toward digital solutions. Fleet management is no exception. With more than 3.5 million truck drivers logging more miles than ever before, […] More
Solar Power Keeps Trucks Rolling and Water Flowing
When your business depends on keeping your trucks on the move, you can’t afford to continually jump-start dead batteries. That was the challenge faced by resource management leader, SUEZ North America. Paramus, New Jersey-based SUEZ, […] More
FleetLocate Alerts Boost Safety, Efficiencies at Fast-moving, 34-vehicle Fleet
“You call. We haul,” says Candace Self, safety director at H&H Concrete on Demand. With the help of FleetLocate by Spireon, H&H does it safely, efficiently, and accountably. Every day. THE BUSINESS H&H Concrete on […] More
A Cost-effective and Reliable Solution for Vocational Vehicles Begins with Ultracapacitors
Voltage drops and low-voltage conditions are bad news when it comes to system component life on a vehicle. It’s a familiar scenario in many vocational fleet operations—the vehicle is off, but power is necessary to […] More
First-ever Hybrid Electric Upfit for Ford F-250 Pickups and Chassis for Commercial Fleets
XL Hybrids, Inc., the leader in connected fleet electrification solutions for commercial and municipal fleets, will begin production on the XL3® Hybrid Electric Drive System for Model Year 2018 Ford Super Duty® F-250 pickups in […] More
Chevin’s Fleet Management Software Upgraded to Provide Modern Interface
Fans of Chevin Fleet Solutions might be excited to read that the fleet-management software provider has launched the first phase of user interface upgrades to its flagship software product. FleetWave software—used in more than 180 […] More
Software Provides On-the-spot Visuals of Potentials Vehicle Upfits
In the custom-design world, visuals are everything. Hearing how an upfitted truck will look is a far cry from seeing one with added shelving, partitions, storage bins, cabinets, drawers, and/or ladder racks. But if the […] More
Boosting Asset Tracking Technology By Incorporating Everyday Structures
As the list of new or upgraded fleet management technology continues to grow, it’s imperative you get the most from your original investment. Within that list, asset tracking capabilities are booming, but the question remains: […] More
DELIVERING DEPENDABLE SERVICE
Interstate Batteries, a leading supplier of batteries to thousands of garages, retail outlets, repair facilities, and vehicle dealerships across North America, has earned a reputation for reliable, timely service. Its company slogan of “Outrageously Dependable® […] More
Engine Calibration Technology Produces Guaranteed Savings
Few things are more appealing to fleet managers than guaranteed savings. With uncertainty around costs, maintenance, and other budget considerations, it’s nice to be able to present future savings in bold, black ink. Derive Efficiency […] More
THE CONNECTED VEHICLE, SMART CITIES, AND AUTONOMY
In the news, autonomous and “self-driving” vehicles continue to receive our attention—with commercial truck fleets joining passenger cars in speculation on how transportation will change in the near future. But, the vehicles themselves are only […] More
FUELING GROWTH
Since its inception in 1991, Canadian Utility Construction (CUC) has provided a complete range of underground construction services, specializing in construction and maintenance services for utility companies throughout Western Canada, including natural gas, electricity, and […] More