A growing number of states — and the entire country of Canada — have legalized recreational marijuana use. The operational specifics and tax ramifications for these changes are still being debated and discussed, but there’s something more pressing for you to consider. How will cannabis impairment affect your fleet, your workplace, and your staff? Impaired…
If you ask any fleet manager, especially those in the long-haul industry, what the most challenging part of their job is, besides overall fleet management, odds are they’ll tell you it’s fleet driver recruitment and retention. For whatever reason, finding and keeping drivers has become increasingly difficult in recent years. Various industry insiders can offer…
Take note of the following six safe fleet driving tips to remind you why these rules of thumb are essential for keeping you and the people you share the road with safe.
Custom fleet vehicle upfitting makes it easier for your team to get the job done. Fitting your fleet with equipment and tools needed for your team, is critical for growing fleets to improve efficiency and consistency. It’s important to take some time to consider how the upfitting process will come together to avoid costly delays…
It’s one of the oldest choices there is when it comes time to purchase fleet vehicles. Do you opt for a gasoline or diesel? Moreover, now in the twenty-first century, there are hybrid and electrical vehicles to consider as well. The nature of your operations will largely dictate your choice. However, there are also more…
Surrey’s Port Kells is conveniently located next to three of Greater Vancouver’s major road arteries: The South Fraser Perimeter Road, Pacific Highway and the Trans-Canada Highway. Thanks to its accessibility, Port Kells’ industries have enjoyed growth over the last decade, and NERO Global Tracking has been there to assist many companies to get through the…
Modern telecommunications networks have given fleet managers the ability to track vehicles for many years now. The virtually endless supply of energy from a vehicle’s engine, alternator and battery means that a vehicle can be tracked as long as there is gas in the tank and or charge in the battery. Up until recently, the…
One of the biggest shifts in driving regulations over that past few years has been the introduction of distracted driving laws into jurisdictions all over the world. Today, depending on where you live, you will face very tough penalties for using your cell phone while you drive. No warnings, just a big fine, and points…
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…