Back in the Driver’s Seat: Starting 2026 with a Bang It’s been a little while since I’ve checked in here, but don’t let the quiet blog feed fool you—I haven’t slowed down for a second. While the “Jane Clark on the Road” updates took a hiatus, my actual travel schedule […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. I recently wrote a blog explaining why relying solely on traditional antivirus software can leave your fleet dangerously exposed to cyberattacks. That insight came from a presentation by Russ Abdrakhmanov of Nekey Cybersecurity at a recent NationaLease meeting, where he outlined the cybersecurity habits every organization, across every industry, must practice […]
Originally appeared in Commercial Carrier Journal. As the freight recession shows signs of winding down, logistics professionals face a critical decision point: continue riding the wave of cheap freight and the spot market rollercoaster, or secure stability through Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC). There are signs (finally!) of light at the end […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Fleets today face mounting pressure to do more with less, but one risk remains stubbornly out of their control: the rise of nuclear verdicts. Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and other technologies have made trucks safer, yet accidents still happen. These are often caused by passenger vehicles. […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant vision; it’s reshaping industries today. Few sectors stand to benefit as much as transportation. The transportation industry faces mounting pressure: rising fuel costs, unpredictable weather, and growing customer expectations for speed and transparency. AI offers a powerful solution […]
Originally appeared in Commercial Carrier Journal. It seems like every day there’s a new use for artificial intelligence. With all the excitement and interest in what AI can do for fleets, it’s hardly surprising that companies are eager to implement these tools to improve efficiency, oversight, and responsiveness. From route optimization to […]
The trucking industry is no stranger to riding the regulation rollercoaster. From changing administrations to shifting public priorities, numerous factors weigh on this proverbial pendulum, causing it to swing one way and another, forcing businesses to continuously adapt to stay competitive. And though 2025 has certainly been a year […]
To say uncertainty has defined 2025 so far would be an understatement. From government action on tariffs to changing regulations and enforcement, it’s understandable that businesses across the country are pausing major decisions and waiting to see how things develop. But that collective pause begets more uncertainty, more hesitation, and […]
In just a few weeks, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will be hosting their annual Brake Safety Week, scheduled for the week of August 24-30, 2025. During this time, law enforcement in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico will be conducting inspections and collecting data on brake-related violations to […]