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Small Fleet•by Daryl Lubinsky•March 1, 2018

Gourmet Caterer Hones the Art and Science of Fleet Routing

With a delivery window of a mere 15 minutes, Toronto-based Marigolds & Onions uses fleet routing and scheduling software to manage details such as driving time between routes, details of each stop and time spent, and even food type.

Operations•by Lauren Fletcher•March 1, 2018

Women in Fleet: Meet Safelite’s Gilchrist

A special interest in safety has been one propelling factor throughout Gilchrist’s 11 years in the fleet industry.

Technology & AI•by Peter Allen•February 28, 2018

Implementing Driver Engagement Programs That Really Work

The way your drivers operate your vehicles affects every aspect of your business, from how much fuel is used to the number of accidents that occur (or don’t). But many fleets are missing the opportunity to leverage drivers’ cooperation to improve the safety and efficiency of their fleet operation.

Vehicle Insights•by Mike Antich•February 26, 2018

2018 XC40 Launches Volvo’s Small Vehicle Strategy

The XC40 is Volvo’s first small SUV. It is built on a new modular frame that will underpin all future 40 Series models, including fully electric vehicles. The XC40 offers three powertrains, including a three-cylinder engine, a first for Volvo Cars.

Vehicle Insights•by Staff•February 21, 2018

6 Questions for Mercedes-Benz Vans USA

Robert Veit, vice president and managing director of Mercedes-Benz Vans USA, is leading a growth initiative in North America that includes the launch of the third-generation Sprinter.

Sustainability•by Jim Park•February 19, 2018

Can the Electrical Grid Handle Electric Trucks?

Very few new power plants have been built in the U.S. in the past 10 years, yet demand for electric energy is rising, fueled by a boom in battery electric vehicle sales. Does the grid have the capacity to handle it?

Small Fleet•by Chris Brown•February 15, 2018

A Fleet Grows with the Cannabis Industry

Hardcar Security’s custom refrigerated Ford Transits haul cannabis and cash for California growers and dispensaries. The company is establishing logistics and transportation best practices to help this nascent industry mature.

A clean editorial graphic shows a large red-and-white anti-idling sign in the foreground that reads “Idle Responsibly,” “5 Min Idle Limit,” and “Turn Off Engine,” with a no-idling symbol over a truck emitting exhaust. A white semi-truck and trailer are parked in the background on the right against a soft gray backdrop with subtle city skyline and graphic dot patterns.

Fuel•by Lauren Fletcher•February 8, 2018

Idle-Reduction Benefits Extend Beyond Fuel Savings

Reducing unnecessary truck idling in your fleet has benefits that extend far beyond reduced fuel consumption.

Technology & AI•by Staff•February 7, 2018

How to Reduce Fuel Costs with Telematics

Telematics can help a fleet manager collect many useful types of data on a fleet of vehicles. Four companies share the strategies they implemented to reduce fuel spend.

Vehicle Insights•Cover Story•by Mike Antich•February 5, 2018

How to Avoid Over- and Under-Spec'ing Pitfalls

Spec’ing a medium-duty truck is a complicated process that requires hundreds of decisions and choices, with each potentially impacting another. It is a science to achieve the balance between over-spec’ing and under-spec’ing a truck.

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