Though gamification is not necessarily a new concept, it is something that has been growing in popularity as a way to encourage good driver behavior and improve both business and employee performance. For fleets, telematics-enabled gamification of driver safety training is possible with a combination of positive encouragement and data-based driver behavior monitoring.
Saving money on a business fleet might seem impossible to many aspiring fleet managers, but there are a few things that you can do to trim down your expenses. If you are just starting up and have to use some of your own capital, finding ways to effectively cut costs without sacrificing quality or productivity is vital. The following are five ways you can save money when building and managing your trucking fleet.
When it comes to finding an ELD solution, there are just as many potential pitfalls as there are opportunities for success. How does someone looking for compliant ELD devices and software tell the good from the bad? Here’s a hint…
Some really exciting technology is going to be hitting the automotive industry in the next few years. While there will be challenges with many of these technologies (getting your car hacked probably won’t be much fun), they probably won’t be too different from the ones we face today. Cars have been slow on the uptake with the latest technology trends, so it’s an exciting time to be an automotive geek!
For fleet-owning businesses, company vehicles are among their most prized assets. When you have a fleet of well-maintained, reliable vehicles at your disposal, the only thing you have to worry about is making sure that you manage your growing fleet properly. Here are a few pointers to help you out.
With the ELD legislation overhauling record of duty status tracking, many truckers are reviewing HOS regulations to better understand the changes. Find out what you need to know to stay compliant.
It is entirely natural for employees to expect recognition for their hard work. Recognizing and rewarding this good work is a great way to show that you truly care about your employees. In addition to the inevitable morale boost, rewarding employees will also drive them to be more productive while on the job. The […]
Software Advice has just released its Reviewer’s Choice picks for the best fleet management solution. While this honor might not come as a surprise to our clients, Fleet Manager™ by GPS Trackit tops out in every category—Overall Performance, Ease of Use, and Customer Service! To learn more about the Software Advice Reviewer’s Choice awards and how this year’s winners were chosen, check out their methodology.
Trucking is one of the most heavily regulated industries in the United States. With its robust safety guidelines and numerous checks and balances, the Department of Transportation (DOT) uses every resource at its disposal to keep trucking companies in line when it comes to operational and road safety. This article explains how DOT safety ratings work, how they are determined, why it’s important to get the best rating for your business, and how to do so in a cost-effective way.
Driverless trucks are about to become a common sight on our roads. Current prototypes have been proven to work fantastically and are arguably much safer than human-driven vehicles. Driverless trucks are also projected to save companies lots of money, so we can expect to see quite a few of them rolling out in the near future.