It’s nearly time for Brake Safety Week, is your fleet ready? Scheduled for the week of August 23-29, CVSA conducts Brake Safety Week to promote the importance of brake maintenance. During this annual, week-long initiative, roadside inspections are conducted throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where inspectors check vehicles for […]
Originally appeared in Commercial Carrier Journal. I consider myself quite fortunate to have spent my entire professional career in the trucking industry. From driving a meat truck over summer breaks in college to my current position as President of NationaLease, I’ve gotten something out of every role I’ve held. If […]
Originally appeared in Commercial Carrier Journal. For U.S. shippers operating private fleets, or businesses where customer-service-intensive transportation is mission-critical, the balance of 2026 represents a narrowing window to make a high-impact strategic decision. The convergence of regulatory change, rising capital costs and increasing operational complexity is reshaping the economics of […]
Originally appeared in Commercial Carrier Journal. There is a moment that every salesperson knows well. It is the end of the quarter, a deal is on the line, and the difference between closing and losing often comes down to how quickly and confidently they can move. Data needs to be […]
Originally appeared in Commercial Carrier Journal. In the past few months, the cost of diesel has gone through the roof. After surviving the chaotic uncertainty of tariffs in 2025, procurement teams and maintenance directors have spent most of the first half of 2026 contending with fuel costs nearly 100% higher […]
Today’s business environment continues to be marked by volatility and uncertainty, demanding an agile approach and resilience in the face of adversity. Finding ways to seize opportunities means gaining the upper hand with respect to cost control and operational flexibility—two of the primary advantages of full-service leasing. With demand constantly […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Few operating expenses have a greater impact on fleet profitability than fuel, making price volatility a major concern for carriers and private fleets. When you can’t anticipate what fuel prices will be on any given day, accurate forecasting becomes extremely difficult. On July 7, the U.S. Energy […]
There is nothing quite like hitting the highway in the summer, especially when you have a packed itinerary full of member visits and deep-dive strategy sessions. For this trip, I had a new co-pilot along for the ride: NationaLease’s new VP of Truck Technology and Maintenance, Mike Blimling. If you […]