Only a couple of months ago, a California federal jury handed out a $55 million verdict against Walmart (NYSE: WMT). Failing to pay 850 of its truck drivers compensation they were entitled to. The jury found that Walmart owed the drivers back pay for performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections, mandatory rest breaks and layovers between […]
With the holiday season kicking off, it’s nearing the most dangerous time of the year for drivers on the road. As more travelers are on the road visiting family and the road condition worsens from winter weather, drivers’ patience slowly withers away. This increases the risks of company drivers safely completing their deliveries on the […]
The average fleet driver drives 20,000 to 25,000 miles on the road annually. That’s up to 10,000 to 15,000 miles more than the average driver in the United States. As a result, the likelihood of accidents are higher, which puts your drivers at risk. With lives at stake, and possible lawsuits, safety should be the […]
By researching a wide variety of meal delivery service reviews, we found that the reviews tend to reflect an overall positive customer experience. Here are are some of the most common reasons why consumers love meal delivery services as well as some of the most common complaints. The main reasons consumers love meal delivery services: Easy instructions […]
A nightmare for any city came to life for New Orleans, now they are having to pay the consequences to help make the circumstances better. Reported in the city’s audit released two weeks after OIG (Office of Inspector General: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services) issued an audit on the city’s fuel dispensing program, […]
GPS helped a company catch employees who stole 71 bags of insulation worth $15,000 in retail. USI Insulation gave permission to an employee to pick up another worker, however they noticed something wasn’t right once the employees returned to their Mesa location. The vehicle contained 79 bags of insulation and returned with only 8 bags. […]
Towing a car from a ditch, the side of the freeway, or an accident has challenges of its own. Imagine dealing with this upset lady who decided to give the tow driver a very dangerous challenge. Luckily, the driver and towing company can be protected from any wrongful accusations this lady may try to claim. The […]
Small businesses carry a lot of costs when it comes to managing a vehicle fleet, including insurance, fuel, repairs, and ongoing maintenance. Investing in a fleet management system will help small business owners and managers in a wide variety of ways and is one of the best investments a small company with a fleet can […]
Wouldn’t life be easier if our smartphones told us how to better manage our fuel spending? Since that isn’t the case, here are three of the top fuel saving tips straight from industry experts as expressed in Automotive Fleet’s article “How to Manage Fuel Expenses Like a Pro” by Lauren Fletcher. Monitor Gas Price Trends […]
With fall coming to an end and winter moving in we wanted to let everyone know what we’ve been up to. We’ve had a busy summer and are thrilled to announce that we have innovated and improved FieldLogix in several key ways. In order to keep our customers’ businesses in the zone, we have made […]
Many drivers are unaware of the power they hold by being behind the wheel. They have the ability to drastically increase, or decrease the pollution that surrounds them. It is of course important to do your part when it comes to reducing pollution on Earth, but sometimes when you’re a business that requires the use […]
Few people truly understand the importance of routine vehicle maintenance the way fleet managers do. When a company relies on fleet vehicles to do business, even one day out of service can have a serious impact. Although some managers are hesitant to use telematics and GPS tracking, in the long run the right kind of […]
The USPS recently announced the finalists for a possible vehicle contract to replace the agency’s aging fleet. Among the expected names like Ford, Chrysler, Fiat, and Nissan is Cincinnati-based Workhorse Group. Reports suggest the USPS would use the vehicle-maker’s electric delivery truck with a range of 50 to 100 miles and HorseFly drones, which can […]
A new website, dumptruckloads.com, is connecting dump trucks to loads. Both dump truck owners and contractors can use the site to find services fitting their needs. Contractors can post and broadcast the loads they need picked up to a group of pre-selected truck owners. Dump truck owners then receive real-time alerts about the posted loads through text […]
Apple is rumored to be working on an electric vehicle that would be in direct competition with Tesla. What’s so big about that? It’s also rumored to be autonomous. Reuters is also reporting Apple is working on developing a software platform to run inside its new vehicle. Supposedly Apple is less concerned with the actual […]
President Obama is expected to sign a trillion-dollar omnibus funding package that will officially start the restart rollback, a welcomed measure by fleet managers everywhere. Last year, the FMCSA issued a new rule requiring drivers who use a 34-hour restart only use it once weekly and take two 1am-5am rest periods during. The new funding […]
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is planning to study fatigue and safety performance in the wake of Congress suspending the 34-hour restart rule and is looking for fleet drivers willing to participate. The FMCSA study will compare the safety performance levels and fatigue of fleet drivers who take less than the two rest periods with […]
One of the largest concerns fleet managers have is keeping fuel costs low. Here are six tips fleet managers can use to improve fuel efficiency of fleet vehicles. 1. Use Anti-Idling Devices in All Fleet Vehicles. Nothing consumes fuel like idling. Idling can eat up an entire gallon on fuel in one hour. According to Omnitracs, […]
