Originally appeared in FleetOwner. In today’s hyper-connected world, customer expectations are higher than ever. Simply moving goods from point A to point B is no longer enough. The explosive growth of e-commerce, coupled with the demand for faster, frictionless delivery, has transformed transportation into a customer-experience business. Every decision a […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. With today’s unpredictable economy and ongoing supply chain challenges, many fleets are extending the life of their trucks. That’s where preventive maintenance inspections (PMIs) come in. These routine checkups help fleet managers identify the optimal time to replace parts before they fail, keeping trucks on the […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Will this winter bring milder temperatures with fewer snowstorms? We certainly hope so, but fleets still need to be prepared for the worst by properly winterizing their vehicles. You can’t control the weather, but you can control how you prepare for it by making sure that […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Fleet managers today wear many hats. Beyond ensuring timely deliveries, they’re tasked with recruiting skilled drivers, managing detention costs, utilizing evolving technologies, and controlling expenses, all while keeping operations running smoothly. One of the most persistent and complex challenges is optimizing parts inventory. It’s a delicate […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. The results are in from the May 2025 Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) International Roadcheck, and once again, brake-related issues top the list of out-of-service (OOS) violations. Despite ongoing efforts across the industry, the numbers remain stubbornly high. Out of more than 56,000 inspections conducted across North America, […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. If there were any questions about the trajectory of the industry, last week’s preliminary report from ACT Research provided some disappointing answers. According to the report, Class 8 orders are down 44% YOY, while medium-duty Classes 5-7 are down 22% YOY. OEMs are meeting this trend by scaling back production. But freight […]
The trucking industry is no stranger to riding the regulation rollercoaster. From changing administrations to shifting public priorities, numerous factors weigh on this proverbial pendulum, causing it to swing one way and another, forcing businesses to continuously adapt to stay competitive. And though 2025 has certainly been a year […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Every business today is looking for ways to cut costs without sacrificing efficiency and productivity. Fleets are especially vulnerable to issues beyond their control, whether that’s natural disasters, expanding tariffs, supply chain disruptions, fuel price volatility, changing regulations, and so on. One technological advance is helping […]