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 […]
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Originally appeared in Commercial Carrier Journal. If solving headaches in the shop were as simple as plugging in a device and having it report data, then most of our problems would disappear overnight. The reality is a bit less rosy. Despite leaps in technology, a vast amount of data at […]
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. 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 […]
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 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 […]
Every fleet is feeling the squeeze of rising costs and stagnant rates, meaning few can afford to leave anything on the table when it comes to finding ways to save. You might not realize it, but poor maintenance management could be causing you to bleed cash, as insufficient attention to […]