Next Generation AI Hardware Integration The commercial transportation sector is witnessing a significant leap in safety technology with the recent launch of the Motive AI Dashcam Plus. This new device features the Qualcomm Dragonwing QCS6490 processor, which provides three times the processing power of previous ... Read More »

The Compounding Cost of Truck Idling For fleet professionals, understanding the true cost of truck idling is the first step toward calculating the return on investment (ROI) of advanced idle-reduction technologies (IRTs). On average, a heavy-duty truck engine consumes between 0.8 to 1.0 gallon of ... Read More »

The Unseen Work: Why Back-Office Acumen Matters As a new fleet manager, you might envision yourself primarily dealing with trucks and drivers, yet a significant portion of your success hinges on what happens off the road. Indeed, mastering crucial back-office skills—from financial oversight to vendor ... Read More »

The White House recently issued a Presidential Proclamation that directly impacts Class 8 fleet managers and vehicle acquisition strategy. The order, signed on October 17, 2025, establishes a 25 percent ad valorem duty on imported medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs), including most Class 8 trucks. ... Read More »

For transportation companies operating on razor-thin margins, every drop of diesel counts. Transtex has spent over 15 years engineering next-generation, cleantech solutions designed not just to save fuel, but to fundamentally optimize the efficiency and bottom line of heavy-duty fleets. They build systems that turn ... Read More »

If you're running a small or mid-sized fleet, you know that safety is a 24/7 job. From bad weather to bad driving habits, the risks are constant. This week, Samsara announced a major expansion of its AI-powered safety platform, rolling out new tools designed to ... Read More »

Emergency Action to Restrict Non-Domiciled CDLs The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently took emergency action to dramatically restrict who can receive a non-domiciled Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) or Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). This is a significant change fleet professionals must understand immediately. U.S. ... Read More »

Proactive Mid-Year Safety Reviews are Crucial By the time mid-year arrives, you’ve likely settled into a routine. However, this is the perfect time to conduct a comprehensive safety plan review. Rather than waiting for an incident, you can proactively make adjustments to your safety plan ... Read More »

Fleet professionals consistently seek deeper data integration to improve operational efficiency. Consequently, the recent partnership between telematics leader Geotab and Mercedes-Benz USA is a significant development. This new collaboration provides fleets with a seamless, integrated telematics solution. The new offering eliminates the need for fleets ... Read More »

As major metropolitan areas implement congestion pricing schemes, fleet managers are closely examining the financial and operational consequences. For instance, New York City's new tolling system aims to reduce traffic, but it also creates a significant new expense for any fleet making deliveries in Manhattan. ... Read More »