[companyInfo] Scientists to use GPS to Track Bumble Bees As reported by KWG News Channel 8 in Portland, Oregon: Imagine a GPS unit small and light enough to fit on the back of a bumblebee. Researchers down at Oregon State University plan to build one. Researchers often use sensors to track species like birds or fish. The […]
Read the latest from industry publications on information related to legislation and driver safety: Good Drivers Leaving in Droves; New HOS Hurting Safety, Carriers Say Recent changes in the hours-of-service rule have delivered yet another regulatory blow to the trucking industry’s overall operating efficiency and its ability to retain qualified drivers, a panel of fleet […]
An Important Question often Posed by Consumers is where can Green Vehicles be Conveniently Recharged or Refueled? Alternative fuel vehicles are becoming more available as well as more affordable. In the not too distant future, most drivers in every corner of the nation will be using alternative fuels or electric vehicles (EVs). Check out this […]
[companyInfo] Car Charging Gets $230 Million EV System From Bankrupt Ecotality Car Charging Group Inc. (CCGI), the Miami Beach-based operator of electric vehicle charging stations, acquired the assets of bankrupt competitor Ecotality Inc. (ECTYQ) for $3.34 million, gaining a $230 million network partially funded by the U.S. Energy Department…. Read Full Story…
Read the latest from industry publications on information related to vehicle maintenance: Tire Expenses: Manage to Minimize Effective management of tire costs is more important now than ever and will continue to grow in importance, but if you are not able to accurately measure what your fleet spends on tires, there is no way you […]
GPS Trackit’s Fleet Pro empowers field service and project managers and dispatchers to dramatically slash expenses with hands-on, real-time Route Optimization. The automated tool simplifies and reduces time spent on fleet vehicle scheduling and mapping. Learn more additional benefits.
[companyInfo] A Primer on Turning Customer Service Reps into Support Superstars It can be said that customer service training is the blueprint for your entire support process. When absent, your team operates without a game plan to consistently deliver good service to your customers. While a big part of creating a stellar support team is hiring […]
Read the latest from industry publications on conferences and councils related to fleet management.
[companyInfo] Lessons in Customer Service from the World’s Most Beloved Companies An intense level of customer focus is a trait you’ll find at any company known for world-class service. The only “problem” is that we don’t often get to peek at these companies’ specific practices: details as to what these companies are doing differently is often […]
[companyInfo] San Diego Gets First Public SAE Charging Station for Electric Vehicles The SAE International DC “Combo” Fast Charge station at San Diego’s Fashion Valley Mall is the first U.S. public installation of an industry-coordinated standard for fast charging of plug-in electric vehicles. Starting in late December, the Chevrolet Spark EV — available in California and […]
