Categories: Drivers, Safety, Safety & Compliance

Here’s what even the most experienced drivers need to remind themselves (and their fleet managers) of to remain as accident-free as possible.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10171888/weathering-storms-traffic-more-keeping-drivers-safe

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Categories: Global Fleet, Safety, Safety & Compliance, Small Fleet, Technology

Here's how fleet managers can use this data to coach drivers more effectively.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10122631/samsara-data-shows-risky-behavior-peaks-at-start-end-of-shifts

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Understanding the operational factors that boost -- or degrade -- braking performance is critical for reliable, safe stops on the road.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/347664/how-speed-weight-and-grades-affect-brakes

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Categories: Fleet Leasing, Global Fleet, Maintenance, Safety, Safety & Compliance

Winter is hard on vehicle systems. And wheel ends are no exception. Here are some tips to keep truck brakes in good working condition when cold, snow, and...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/347230/how-to-get-your-wheel-ends-ready-for-winter

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Categories: Operations, Safety, Safety & Compliance

Failure to wear a seat belt was the second most commonly cited safety violation for both commercial vehicles and passenger cars during CVSA’s Operation Safe...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/340537/law-enforcement-issued-almost-47-000-citations-during-operation-safe-driver-week

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Three-point seat belts have saved over a million lives since their introduction. Volvo is celebrating the design's 60th anniversary by stressing to truck...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/335017/volvo-celebrates-60-years-of-saving-lives-and-encourages-drivers-to-buckle-up

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Categories: Drivers, Fleet Management, Global Fleet, Maintenance, Safety, Safety & Compliance

While most of the impact of a winter storm will directly affect drivers, many of the disruptions can be prevented by a well-maintained and prepared fleet.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/157905/preparation-the-key-to-handling-winter-weather

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Categories: Maintenance, Operations, Safety & Compliance

In support of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's annual Brake Safety Week, Bendix is offering upkeep tips for drivers and fleets.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/156935/bendix-offers-comprehensive-brake-safety-week-upkeep-tips

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A fleet safety director offers tips on how to successfully promote safety within a fleet.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/156465/a-safety-director-offers-steps-to-success

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