The weather in Chicago has been delightful this month. Most days have been 75 degrees and sunny, with the occasional summer storm that passes through and leaves the grass greener and the flowers blooming brighter. I am always reluctant to leave home at this time of year, because in the […]
Originally appeared in Commercial Carrier Journal. Logistics professionals spend 80% of their time and effort moving freight 20% of the total distance it needs to travel—in other words, urban centers. Increasing population, green space initiatives, changing customer expectations, and municipal restrictions as some of the most significant obstacles to moving […]
Originally appeared in Commercial Carrier Journal. In 2025, lawsuit abuse in the transportation industry reached an inflection point. Claiming the No. 2 spot on ATRI’s Top Industry Concerns list, it’s clear just how complex and far-reaching this issue has become. With costs on the rise and profits trending downward for […]
Since our founding over 80 years ago, the reciprocal service network has been one of the cornerstones of NationaLease. Conceived as a way to encourage mutual support amongst fleets when parts and labor were in scarce supply during World War II, this network of reciprocity has come to the aid […]
Originally appeared in the FleetOwner. Last week, I discussed the need for upskilling fleet diesel techs to meet today’s technology demands. That’s true whether you’re discussing a new hire or a seasoned professional who’s been with you for years. Yet, one of the most persistent challenges facing fleet operators isn’t […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. For years, fleet operators have faced a persistent and worsening challenge: finding and retaining qualified technicians. What was once a concerning and ongoing labor shortage has now evolved into an operational bottleneck, especially for fleets operating across multiple locations. According to a 2025 report from the American Transportation Research […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. In trucking, “time is money” is more than just a phrase. When trucks are parked at a loading dock instead of moving freight, revenue stalls. Detention and delays quietly chip away at productivity, creating a domino effect that disrupts schedules, frustrates drivers, and eats into margins. […]
Originally appeared in Commercial Carrier Journal. In just the past year, AI has moved from the conceptual phase and into real-world testing across fleet operations, meaning fleets are finally seeing the tangible benefits of these systems. Most organizations are no longer asking whether AI has value, but rather where it […]