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ADAS – Advanced Driver Assistance Systems: Are they right for your fleet?
Driver safety is a priority across the heavy trucking industry. Thanks to incorporation of newer technology, like predictive maintenance, drivers have already experienced increased levels of pre-emptive safety measures. The incorporation of an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) could take driver safety even further – but before you decide to take that step, you need
October 17th 2019
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Wave of the Future: Are electric trucks here to stay?
Many passenger vehicles have already made the switch to either a hybrid model, where the car runs on both gas and battery power, or, more recently, a totally electric model that runs on battery power alone. But will this trend find footing for fleet trucks as well? Experts say yes – in fact, the small
September 9th 2019
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How the IoT is shaping the Future of Truck Maintenance
Now more than ever, the IoT, or Internet of Things, has a bigger foothold in industries across the board. Heavy trucking is no exception, and experts are predicting the IoT will not only change the way technicians work on maintenance issues, but will also pave a path for a more efficient maintenance system.   What
August 24th 2019
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3 Fleet Management Trends to Look for in 2020
It may only be August, but 2020 will arrive sooner than you think – and it’s best to be prepared. Read on to learn about some of the current and upcoming Fleet Management Trends and how they are changing the rules of the fleet management industry.   Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) It’s likely that you have used
August 15th 2019
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Best Practices for Maintaining Fleet Security
It’s no secret that safety is a top priority for any fleet manager. But the key lies in determining which types of safety are needed, and maintaining those high levels of security on a consistent basis. There is a lot to consider, but we have some ideas on best practices that should be at the
August 7th 2019
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Ready for a Remote FMCSA Safety Audit?
Is your fleet ready for a remote safety audit?  Well, if you’re new to the industry it’ll now be coming within the first 12 months of operation. These new offsite safety audits do not require a safety auditor to schedule an in-person visit to the carrier’s office. The way it works is that the carrier
July 18th 2019
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#1 Way to Show Truck Driver Appreciation
National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, September 8-14, 2019. This is the time of year when everyone involved in the transportation industry, as well as the general public, has the opportunity to recognize truck drivers for all they do. There are over 3.5 million professional men and women working in the trucking industry to deliver our
July 10th 2019
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Blockchain 101 for Trucking
What is Blockchain? What does it ultimately mean for the trucking industry? These are the two main questions we’re going to answer as we take a closer look at the latest buzzword in the world of transportation What is Blockchain? Blockchain was originally developed as the accounting platform for Bitcoin, the virtual currency, and is
May 15th 2019
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2019 Roadcheck is Coming … Is Your Fleet Ready?
It’s about that time again…Roadcheck 2019 is almost here! The question is: are you ready?   If not, it’s time to start preparing your fleet for this year’s International Roadcheck from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) taking place from June 4-6, 2019.  This year, the special area of focus will be on steering and
May 7th 2019
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