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 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 […]