With accident rates relatively flat in medium-duty truck fleets, but repair costs rising slightly, fleet managers are continuing to look for ways to...

Technology is impacting accident costs on all sides, from helping to reduce the number of overall accidents to increasing the cost of accident repairs.

Keeping driver’s focused on the road is important. Nauto found a way to notify drivers of risky behavior without distracting or annoying them.

Accident management is challenging, and with the growing adoption of smartphones and in-vehicle technology, one way to make a big difference is by changing...

From the push to “go green” to new-vehicle launches to mergers and acquisitions, the past decade has been covered in full by the No. 1 vocational truck...

The Pacific Northwest freight transportation fleet turns to video for reduced accidents and increased driver safety.

With such benefits as increased objectivity and the ability to detect risky behaviors beyond braking and accelerating, the use of AI in telematics...

From the basics regarding compliance to details regarding costs and benefits, everything the vocational truck fleet manager needs to know about the upcoming...

One place fleet managers are looking for help in reducing incident rates: advanced technology. But safety policies should not be ignored.

Increased labor rates, additional in-vehicle technology, and environmental regulations are increasing truck accident costs.

Truck lifts are a common feature of many maintenance facilities. Knowing the differences is one key to proper lift use and safety.

The outlook for energy fleets moving into 2012 is positive, with signs of growth on the horizon. Distracted driving, the No.1 cause of work-related deaths,...

Need a Laugh? These “Strange but True” stories were sent to Automotive Fleet by fleet managers, drivers, and fleet management companies. Have a strange, but...

With fuel costs and tire expenses the top two operating costs for fleet managers, a few simple tips and reminders can save money, improve vehicle handling,...

Accident management costs are consistently increasing year-over-year. Several experts shared their recommendations and steps to reducing preventable accidents.

A stressful environment surrounds fleet, and increased accident management costs are contributing to fleet manager anxiety.

How do you make a “top-down” safety effort? Or prepare for a safety-related lawsuit? Or avoid a negligent entrustment suit? Learn the answers to all of...

The basics of the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate will help you determine if further research and compliance are needed.

Many companies use methods such as videos and behind-the-wheel training to get the safety message across to drivers. Motor vehicle record (MVR) checks and...

A majority of fleets have an average of two vehicles stolen per year. Most fleets (53 percent) recover all stolen vehicles; however, many will never recover...

A key component to a vehicle’s structural safety, windshields are more often replaced than repaired. There are several reasons this trend needs to be reversed.

Complying with both vehicle and food safety regulations, keeping vehicles on the road with minimized downtime, and ensuring route efficiency are all ways...

With accident costs rising slightly over 2012 figures, fleet managers are utilizing more safety technology and instituting driver eduction programs to help...

Working hard to keep the pests away, these vocational fleets have varied upfitting requirements and have to do all they can to reduce downtime and keep...

Anything that is not properly stored in a vehicle has the danger of becoming a flying projectile during a harsh or sudden stop. Stay safe and know what...

ARI has added the Accident Dashboard to its insights portal that allows fleet managers to see the cost of accidents, as well as identifying trends and patterns.

Spartan Motors is recalling certain 2012 to 2018 model-year Fleet Services/Utilimaster Reach vehicles for a faulty electrical grounding , which may impact...

Economic uncertainty, fewer cosmetic repairs, and a decline in rental costs are some factors that influenced 2009 accident management costs.

Truly where the rubber meets the road, proper tire maintenance and safety checks can help ensure drivers get home at the end of the day.

Accident costs saw a modest increase in 2014 vs. 2013 figures, with the percentage of preventable accidents remaining mostly flat, according to Element...

Accidents rates, overall, are decreasing. Part a result of the pandemic, but also a result of the increased use of technology and advance safety solutions,...

Driver actions, from seatbelt use to talking or texting on cell phones, can significantly affect company accident rates.

It is the single biggest responsibility fleet managers have — ensuring drivers, company vehicles, and the general public are safe. The good news: safety and...

Performing an annual motor vehicle record check and assigning a point system for driving infractions has helped 3M reduce accidents by 14 percent.

It’s a lot easier to get stuck or stranded in the winter than some drivers may believe. Telematics and smart video solutions can help save the day.

Many fleets in 2009 chose to forego cosmetic repairs, increase use of aftermarket parts, and focus on proactive accident management to control costs.

In-vehicle technology is increasing — from collision avoidance systems to additional air bags — all of which is impacting the cost of accident management.

“Green” was a strong theme at the 2012 conference, with several manufacturers launching alternative-fuel vehicles.

Utilizing predictive modeling and analytics can help reduce accidents and provide a clear picture of a fleet’s safety needs.

Archrock, a U.S. provider of natural gas contract compression services, has selected MiX Telematics’ MiX Fleet Manager to improve safety, efficiency, and...

When the top priority of a fleet’s driver is the services provided, some new challenges pop up that can be solved through effective training and a little...

The future of analytics includes even more data points, increased integration and technology, and continued work toward the goal of being accident-free.

Vehicle and equipment theft is a costly issue to fleet managers, who not only lose valuable tools, but also pay the price of business downtime. Equipment...

Information analyzed includes how fleets are funding their vehicles, what administrative services are outsourced, safety- and accident-related services that...

To achieve the ultimate goal of zero preventable incidents, fleet managers must take a proactive approach to reducing them in the first place.

Statistics comparing accident occurrences to driver age and tenure, as well as time of day and day of the week, help fleet managers see the value of...

Overall, accident rates are continuing a steady rise, with many leaning toward technology in the hope of reducing rates.

An efficiently run fleet depends on a productive driver. From a lack of training to inefficient fleet processes, several factors can seriously reduce a...

To help you navigate the abundance of ELD solution providers, Work Truck magazine assembled a solution spotlight with details and information on several...

Taking action to ensure on-time compliance with the upcoming ELD mandate is important. Here are 10 steps fleet managers can take to be fully compliant by...