With automotive companies making great strides in the development of self-driving cars, it’s not too far-fetched to say that self-driving cars will hit the market soon. Some major companies have already started rolling out prototypes and showcasing them to the public. We can probably assume that, in the next few years, driverless cars may be common sights on our roads… if and when these self-driving cars do go mainstream, how will this impact the fleet world specifically?
The world of liability risks can be full of countless what-ifs and endless sources of confusion for fleet managers. Without a talent for clairvoyance, it’s impossible to predict exactly what liability issues may arise in your fleet’s future and is thus impossible to prepare for all of these. That doesn’t mean, however, that you cannot prepare for the most common issues that may arise. While you could dwell on distant possibilities and hypothetical scenarios when trying to figure out how to limit fleet liability, using some actionable strategies to limit sources of exposure will generally yield much better results.
Managing mobile employees can be difficult. There is little-to-no face time with your fleet drivers, which can lead to incorrect verbal cues, lost nuance and poor employee visibility. As a manager of a fleet, you are unable to be physically present where most of your workers are, which can take a toll on communication. Have a look into some of the ways through which fleet managers can communicate and manage remote drivers.
The average driver is all too familiar with the crippling hassle and fatigue associated with vehicle breakdowns and could ultimately benefit from routine vehicle maintenance. We all know more drivers need to keep on top of their vehicles, but how can this be scaled to apply to your fleet?
Since the publication of the ELD mandate, fleets across the country have been transitioning to electronic logs. If your fleet still needs to convert to electronic logs, consider using the following tips for navigating the transition.
There are almost countless variables that fleet managers have to account for on a daily basis. Everything from inclement weather to a job site issue can endanger your equipment, vehicles, and other company assets. Fortunately, there are a few solutions you can implement to minimize the impact of these variables on your fleet. No matter what industry you’re in, you can use these five fleet protection strategies and solutions to keep your assets secure.
Wondering how the largest fleets in the world run their system? The secret lies in the proper utilization of a quality fleet management system. These corporations have perfected their fleet management system and streamlined the back-end of their operations. Let us have a look into one of the largest fleets in the world- the LA Metro Bus Service
Vehicle telematics can do a lot more than you know. If you have installed telematics for your fleet of vehicles, you already know how the system is helping you improve the efficiency of your fleet. However, did it ever occur that the advantages of telematics might go beyond just vehicle monitoring and fuel saving?
Knowing how to select a fleet management solution can go a long way towards improving the efficiency of a fleet, reducing the operational costs and streamlining the process of maintaining a fleet. The question is “How do you select a fleet management solution that works the best for your team?” Well, to answer that, the first thing you need to understand is that every business i
Want to know how to improve driver behavior to enhance the efficiency of your fleet? Managing the fleet of vehicles is nothing short of a daunting task and fleet managers have to cope up with a variety of challenges. Drivers are the lifeline of a fleet and improving driver behavior is the key to managing a fleet effectively.