The Connected Cab: More Than Just a Radio The truck cab of 2026 is less about manual gauges and more about integrated digital ecosystems. New fleet managers must quickly adapt to this paradigm shift. For instance, PACCAR, the parent company of Kenworth and Peterbilt, has ... Read More »

As a new fleet manager, you have probably heard the acronyms: ELD, HOS, IFTA, CSA. These are not just alphabet soup; they are the bedrock of compliant, profitable fleet operations. Consequently, the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate of 2017 was only the beginning. Modern telematics ... Read More »

Lytx, a leader in video telematics and fleet safety solutions, recently announced the launch of Coach Assist, a new feature integrating generative AI into its Driver Safety Program. This innovation is specifically designed to transform the often time-consuming process of driver coaching by helping safety ... Read More »

If you’ve been running trucks in the U.S. for a while, you already know the ELD mandate itself isn’t new. What is new is how hard FMCSA is leaning into weeding out bad devices and tightening the front door for new ones. Over the last ... Read More »

The holidays are fast approaching, and while you're busy managing the end-of-year rush, maybe you have a wish list of your own for your business. If "less stress" and "more control" are at the top of that list, we have something that might just be ... Read More »

The High Cost of Non-Compliance in Your First Year Navigating federal regulations can feel like a maze when you are a new fleet manager. Nevertheless, understanding the rules for Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) and Hours-of-Service (HOS) is not just important; it is absolutely vital. Indeed, ... Read More »

Pep Boys has released its first-ever Worst Roads in America report, highlighting the U.S. metro areas where road conditions lead to the highest rates of alignment, suspension, and tire-related repairs. For fleet managers, the findings offer valuable insight into which regions place the greatest strain ... Read More »

The next generation of fleet safety technology is moving from reactive review to real-time prevention. Key industry innovations now focus on predictive weather alerts to reroute drivers before they hit hazards, driver-initiated SOS buttons to enhance personal safety, and AI-powered coaching that understands the root ... Read More »

Distracted driving is no longer just a risk — it’s a rising cost for fleets of all kinds. As Geotab’s article “How AI dash cams help fleets tackle distracted driving and reduce collisions” explains, fleets are increasingly facing the consequences: higher collision rates, mounting insurance ... Read More »

The Problem With Reactive Safety Programs Many fleets historically managed safety by reviewing incidents after they occurred. They analyzed video footage, looked at police reports, or dissected hard-braking events after a collision or severe near-miss. This reactive approach, while necessary for compliance and root cause ... Read More »