Innovation in vehicle technology will be the most apparent in commercial and public fleets–their scale means they’re incentivized to find efficiencies. From new fuel and battery technologies to autonomous driving vehicles, private enterprise and government fleets will lead the way in applying emerging technologies. In fact, many industry experts believe that many fleets operating ten…
As we say farewell to the summer and prepare for debating the roster of your favourite sports team, pumpkin spice everything, and the changing weather, it’s also important to remember to adjust your driving habits to the changing road conditions. Wet, cold, snowy, icy and foggy weather have a significant impact on your ability to…
One of the most notable trends in business today is the idea of making your operations and products more environmentally friendly. Whether based on your business’ own convictions or the desire of your target customers, going green can be an effective way to differentiate your business. And the fleet world is jumping onboard with the…
Some people may tell you that it’s too hard to get a good deal leasing your fleet vehicles. Others may tell you that purchasing a new vehicle is one of the worst investments you can make. There are a number of factors at play that will inform your decision on leasing your fleet vehicles —…
Just over 100 days are left before the ELD mandate will come into effect requiring all long-haul truck drivers operating in the USA to use an Electronic Logging Device (ELD) to record their Hours of Services (HOS). U.S Representative Brian Babin has withdrawn his amendment to a bill that was aimed at defunding the implementation…
Nagging your fleet drivers about their driving habits whenever you see a flurry of harsh driving events isn’t going to be the most effective way of curving driver behavior, and may erode moral within the workplace. Gamification in the workplace, or taking a proactive approach that rewards good driving behavior, has proven to be an…
You need a new work truck, but you’re having a hard time deciding between a cargo van vs pickup truck. The pickup feels rugged and versatile while the cargo van seems organized and secure. What do you really need? Let’s try and weigh the benefits of each to help you make your decision.
The new FMCSA Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Mandate will be taking effect December 17th 2017, making electronic logging devices mandatory for all long-haul truck drivers operating in the United States. According to the ELD Mandate, trucks that do not have an ELD installed after December 17th 2017 will be subject to penalties for non-compliance. Choosing the…
GPS fleet tracking services are becoming a standard tool for many fleets, especially those used by small- and medium-sized service businesses, such as electricians, plumbers, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioner service firms. They’re sometimes called telemetrics, and are usually provided as software as a service. This means a third-party makes a software program available…
Whether it’s remotely recording your favorite TV show an hour before you get home, your fridge automatically ordering more orange juice when you’re running low, answering your doorbell while you’re out for dinner, or simply texting your friend on your smartphone, you’re making use of the Internet of Things, or IoT, which some say will…