July 9, 2019 by fleetmanager
According to a survey conducted by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), the top concerns for motor carriers continue to be driver recruitment and retention. The American Trucking Association (ATA) estimates that, despite a record number of drivers, the shortfall has also been at record highs: in 2017, the...
July 3, 2019 by fleetmanager
Law enforcement fleets can improve efficacy and safety by fully integrating fleet tracking software into their patrol vehicles. New and newer model patrol cars are no longer just vehicles. According to a recent article in Government Fleet, the next generation of police vehicles are “rolling computers,...
June 26, 2019 by fleetmanager
Public sector fleets face unique recruitment and retention challenges. A technician shortage coupled with so many experienced technicians reaching retirement is pressuring fleets to hone their recruitment strategies. A new article in Government Fleet states some public fleets report 38 percent of their technicians will retire in the next five years. At the same time, two factors, salary...
June 18, 2019 by fleetmanager
Whenever a driver approaches a work zone in a motor vehicle, they are met by ample warnings and signals that urge caution. There are orange cones and barrels, yellow-vested workers, reflectors and floodlights, and distinctive, diamond-shaped signage designed to guide traffic safely through the zone. Yet, even with all these warnings, there’s...
June 11, 2019 by fleetmanager
In order for a small business to thrive, they must remain adaptable and have plenty of available cash on hand to do so. This is especially true for small businesses with fleets. Fleet fuel cards are a great way for small businesses to have flexibility with their cash flow while keeping their...
June 4, 2019 by fleetmanager
Drowsy driving should be a significant safety concern for small business fleets. As a small business owner or fleet manager, you care about the safety of your employees. You’re also on the hook for on-the-job injuries, which can lead to costly worker compensation claims and lost...
May 30, 2019 by fleetmanager
More and more government agency fleet managers are being asked to lead the way in reducing carbon emissions by finding alternatives to traditional fossil fuels. For some government agencies, this may mean transitioning to fully electric fleet vehicles. Even law enforcement fleets, where speed and acceleration are key requirements, are replacing their traditional gasoline-powered cruisers with...
May 21, 2019 by fleetmanager
The advent of telematics opened up new avenues for delivery fleets to create efficiencies. Countless data points add up to valuable insights on fuel economy, driver behavior, and vehicle maintenance. But how can small delivery fleets take advantage of WEX Telematics data to improve...
May 14, 2019 by fleetmanager
Vehicle lifecycle management is key to profitably operating a small business fleet. Many small business owners and managers have an idea of when vehicles have to be replaced based on age and mileage. There are other critical factors involved, however, in optimizing vehicle lifecycle management. Hanging...
May 6, 2019 by fleetmanager
Jeff Bierman is a seasoned pest control manager and expert. From 1995 to 2018, Bierman worked his way up through the ranks to become the Idaho Branch Manager for a national pest control brand. There he oversaw rapid growth while maintaining excellent levels of service and significantly cutting costs. Bierman...