Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Change is constant. And for most people, nothing spikes stress faster than uncertainty—whether it’s starting a new job, losing one, facing shifting economic conditions, or moving to a new home. In the workplace, change can be especially challenging. A CEO navigating market volatility, a fleet manager […]
In just a few weeks, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will be hosting their annual Brake Safety Week, scheduled for the week of August 24-30, 2025. During this time, law enforcement in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico will be conducting inspections and collecting data on brake-related violations to […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Safety is one of the most critical concerns in our industry, whether it’s protecting our drivers on the road, safeguarding our technicians in the shop, or ensuring the well-being of other motorists. It’s a multifaceted responsibility that demands consistent attention to safe driving habits, rigorous asset […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. The diesel technician shortage isn’t just a lingering issue; it’s a full-blown crisis. As seasoned techs retire and fewer young workers enter the trade, the battle for qualified candidates has become fierce. If you’re not actively recruiting, your competitors are—and they’re targeting the same shrinking talent […]
At the beginning of 2024, I shared my thoughts on where I felt the industry was headed. Now that we’re a little more than halfway through 2025, I wanted to reflect on where we’ve been this year and where I think we’re headed as we approach 2026. — I was […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. It’s the fleet problem that never goes away—how to recruit drivers and technicians and, even more importantly, how to keep them. At a recent NationaLease meeting, Dr. Fiona Jamison, VP of research and people analytics at People Results, addressed the issue of technician retention and how fleets can keep […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Summer brings its own set of challenges to fleet management. From horrific flash floods to scorching heat to unrelenting wildfires, these are the perils of summer. And hurricane season hasn’t really taken shape. The season demands vigilant upkeep of your trucks. Every year, we post about […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. The supplier-customer relationship is one of the most critical drivers of long-term business success, regardless of whether you’re in the B2B or B2C space. What are you doing to make that relationship exceptional? Of course, delivering the right product or service on time and at the […]