The commercial vehicle industry stands at a pivotal juncture, where strict emissions regulations and increasing power demands are colliding, pushing manufacturers to innovate. One promising solution to this challenge is the adoption of 48-volt electrical systems. This shift from traditional 12- and 24-volt architectures offers ... Read More »
The Environmental Protection Agency has announced the final rule for Phase 3 of its Greenhouse Gas Emissions for heavy-duty vehicles. Since issuing Phase 1 of its GHG regulations in 2011, EPA emissions rules for all vehicle classes have become increasingly rigorous. The latest Phase 3 ... Read More »
Are We Really Ready to Go Electric and Autonomous with Our Truck Fleets? Ah, the sweet promise of a futuristic trucking fleet—electric-powered, AI-driven, and, dare we dream, completely hassle-free. It’s like a tech utopia where trucks hum along silently, delivering goods with zero emissions and ... Read More »
Most fleets take a preventive approach to maintenance – pulling a truck off the road for scheduled service based on a predetermined number of miles or hours in operation. Unfortunately, when minor problems arise between service intervals, what started as a minor issue can rapidly ... Read More »
Designing Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (EVCI) for fleets is not just a simple matter of adding EV chargers. To avoid hidden costs of electrification, it’s important to understand utility upgrades, take time to conduct a feasibility study for new electric loads, minimize demand charges from ... Read More »
Risk Management for Fleet Managers: Preparing for the Inevitable Fleet management is not just about keeping trucks on the road and spreadsheets looking sharp—it’s also about bracing for impact, literally. Risk management isn’t glamorous, but it’s the lifeline that keeps your operation afloat when things ... Read More »
Managing a fleet is no small task. It’s like being the captain of a ship where every wheel, bolt, and route can influence your bottom line. Financial planning for a fleet requires more than just spreadsheets and hope. You need strategy, foresight, and, occasionally, a ... Read More »
Route planning is the unsung hero of fleet management. It's that elusive key to solving the mysteries of fuel efficiency, on-time deliveries, and the age-old question, "Why did that truck take a detour through a cornfield?" If you’re still relying on your drivers’ "gut feelings" ... Read More »
Analysis of Brake Violations For U.S. Truck Fleets (2023-2024) The graph titled "Brakes Out of Service 2023-2024" highlights brake violation trends across different truck fleet sizes over a span of 17 months. This data offers insights into brake-related compliance issues within fleets of ... Read More »
Top 5 Trends for U.S. Truck Fleet Operators in 2025 Adapting to new trends will be crucial for fleet operators to remain competitive, reduce costs, and comply with new regulations in 2025. Here are the top five trends we see facing truck fleet operators in ... Read More »
