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 […]
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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 Commercial Carrier Journal. We talk a lot about resilience in our industry. Usually, we use the term to describe our operations: building supply chains that can withstand geopolitical shocks, spec’ing trucks that can handle punishing routes, or insulating our businesses against economic headwinds. But as we head […]
It’s officially summer—is your fleet ready to take the heat? Whether you’re diligent about your PMs or need the occasional reminder, the start of summer is your sign to prepare your fleet for soaring temperatures and sweltering humidity. These extreme conditions take a toll, so it’s vital to understand what you need to pay a little more attention to when the calendar flips to June. Otherwise, you could be […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Fleet managers are sending a clear signal in 2026: maintaining assets to reduce downtime and prevent breakdowns has become their top operational concern. According to data from J.J. Keller’s annual State of Fleet Management survey, 54% of fleet leaders now rank asset maintenance as a primary challenge, […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. In a recent post, I discussed the need to upskill diesel technicians to keep pace with rapidly emerging technologies. One of the biggest forces driving that change is artificial intelligence (AI), often viewed as a silver bullet capable of streamlining processes, cutting costs, and improving accuracy […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Summer brings its own set of challenges to fleet management. From horrific flash floods to scorching heat and unrelenting wildfires, these are the perils of summer. For many coastal areas, hurricane season is also approaching. Despite the sudden freezes that occurred in some parts of the […]
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. […]