Shaping Driver Behavior with Telematics
Telematics has changed the way fleet vehicles are managed — improving fleet operations and efficiency — but, as a consequence, has also changed driver behavior for the better.
Telematics has changed the way fleet vehicles are managed — improving fleet operations and efficiency — but, as a consequence, has also changed driver behavior for the better.
The fleet management company’s new Technology and Innovation Center is designed to inspire its employees and continue to serve its fleet clients with the level of service they have come to expect.
Changing lanes is among the most basic traffic maneuvers, but heavy traffic or driver inattention can cause crashes. There are simple steps that fleet drivers can take to make lane changes safely and with confidence.
While fleets are seeing some improvements in their crash and accident statistics, aided by better training and vehicle safety technology, there is still more they can do to not just be a number.
Vnomics’ True Fuel is a monitoring device that encourages drivers to do better without getting on their nerves or taking away drivability, while providing back-office data that helps fleets coach and instruct drivers on better driving habits to save fuel.
The majority of commercial fleets report they will acquire approximately the same number of vehicles in the 2017 model-year as they did in the preceding year. However, energy-sector fleets signal decreased new-vehicle orders.
With all of the advancements in the past 5-10 years, there is a strong case, both financially and in terms of sheer practicality, for fleets to evaluate and spec advanced safety systems on their trucks today.
The slate of 2016 Professional Fleet Manager of the Year nominees have diverse experience, but share the common qualities of passion and the drive for excellence.
A $30,000 self-driving kit available as an aftermarket retrofit for existing trucks... strikes me as something pretty remarkable.
After realizing the basic benefits of vehicle tracking, fleet operators are starting to use telematics systems to forecast demand, track historical trends, protect against false claims, and automate hours of service.
After converting 10 of its Chevrolet Express cargo vans from gasoline to propane autogas, this beverage fleet saved approximately $10,000 in fuel costs in less than a year.
Featuring a photo so detailed it reveals a mosquito's hairs, this startup mosquito pest control company's vehicle wrap stands out on the road, helping to market its brand and business.
This cross-country service fleet uses engine calibration technology to control each van’s top speed — improving driver safety and fuel usage.
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC improves on the outgoing GLC by adding width, height, and length, and limiting the initial engine options to a 2.0-liter turbo four-banger, which delivers 241 horsepower (hp) and 273 pound-feet (lb.-ft.) of torque.
The second-generation Ford Fusion gets a major refresh for the 2017-MY. It is highly customizable with five trim levels, four option packages, and several stand-alone add-ons.
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