It’s no secret that Americans are distracted. Between all of the electronic devices, notifications, and people vying for our time, it can be difficult to disconnect and focus on the task at hand, especially on the road. But when we’re driving, distractions can be dangerous, even lethal. Read More
Running a transportation company is not a child’s play; especially when you are responsible for managing a fleet of vehicles. Without knowing the accurate location of each and every vehicle in the fleet, you will have to resort to a lot of guesswork. And, this is certainly not a good thing as you have deadlines to meet and promises to keep.
Power lines are vital to keeping communities running. For utility workers and tree care fleet workers, they can also be dangerous if not properly managed. Read More
Delivery driver behavior is one of the most important aspects a fleet manager has to deal with. If drivers are negligent behind the wheel, the results could be costly. Transported products could be damaged. Vehicles could wear down at a rate faster than expected. Worst of all, if a driver isn’t doing what they’re supposed to, an accident could occur, and people could get seriously hurt. Read More
Nobody’s really that interested in spying on you through your dashcam. But any delivery business owner or fleet manager will see the value in dashcams from the standpoint of safety, liability, and accountability. Read More
Keeping drivers safe and happy is a critical responsibility for fleet managers, and one major aspect is improving truck seat and cabin ergonomics. Read More
New Texas HB19 law changes how injury lawsuits against truck drivers and trucking companies are tried and may change the frequency of the ‘Nuclear Verdict’. Read More
Motor vehicle deaths in the U.S. increased 16% through the first six months of 2021, according to new preliminary estimates released by the National Safety Council, which further exacerbates the need for fleets to address driver safety protocols in their operations. 1 Read More
In 2018, over 2,800 people were killed, and an estimated 400,000 people were injured in accidents involving a distracted driver, and 20% of those killed weren’t even driving – they were pedestrians. On average, truck crashes with injuries cost $200,000 or more. But in light of those statistics, this number feels low by comparison when we consider a case like the death of Connor Dzion and the billion dollar judgement against the companies involved. Read More
