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Demonstration at a trade show showing a person using a weed whacker against a protected truck seat to test Tiger Tough durability.

Operations•by Lauren Fletcher•March 11, 2026

How TigerTough Blends Family Roots, Midwest Grit, and Fleet-Ready Innovation

From small-town roots to nationwide fleets, here’s how TigerTough builds seat protection that’s durable, safe, and made to actually work.

Supervisors attend DOT reasonable suspicion training in a classroom, reviewing documentation, timing rules, and practical best practices for compliance.

Safety•by Kathy Close•March 3, 2026

A Four-Sentence Description of Reasonable Suspicion Training

DOT’s reasonable suspicion training rules leave room for interpretation. Here’s how fleets handle training, documentation, and supervisor judgment.

“Zero Downtime” graphic over an open highway road, symbolizing Ford Pro’s strategy to reduce fleet downtime through connected vehicle data and service integration.

Maintenance•by Lauren Fletcher•February 17, 2026

How Ford Pro’s Zero-Downtime Service Ecosystem Aims to Keep Fleets Moving

Ford Pro’s “zero-downtime” ecosystem connects predictive maintenance, telematics, and service support to cut downtime for fleets and shops.

Portrait of Sue Miller, a respected fleet industry leader and Legend of Fleet honoree, recognized for her innovative work, leadership, and contributions to fleet management.

Operations•by Lauren Fletcher•February 5, 2026

Sue Miller on Listening First, Leading with Trust, and Building Fleet Through People

Sue Miller didn’t just manage fleets. She moved the industry forward. Legend of Fleet, earned.

Angry work truck driver in cab showing frustration, symbolizing how unresolved driver complaints can lead to fleet losses and claims.

Safety•by Leslie Stoll, Acuity Insurance•February 3, 2026

More than Annoying: How Driver Complaints Reveal Loss Indicators

Drivers’ complaints are early warnings. Fix the friction points behind them to improve safety, reduce claims, and keep good drivers happy.

Background image of an electric cargo truck plugged into a charger and headline 2026 Charging and BEV Outlook.

Fuel•by Wayne Parham•February 2, 2026

2026 Outlook for EV Truck Charging

As commercial battery-electric vehicle adoption continues to grow, what is the state of electricity as a fuel source, and what are the growth trends in charging capability in 2026?

Fuel•by Wayne Parham•January 26, 2026

2026 Fuel Outlook: Alternative Fuels

Which alternative fuels will maintain or grow in market share in 2026, which one may be more of a long play, and how do those fuel options align with fleet adoption?

Work Truck graphic showing a tablet with a packed vehicle yard and hands using a mobile device, with “Managing the Fleet Yard” text, representing tech-driven yard operations and workflow control in 20

Operations•by Lauren Fletcher•January 22, 2026

In 2026, Yard Operations Stops Being a ‘Site Thing’ And Becomes a Strategy

Yard operations are leveling up in 2026. Electrification, standardization, yard operating systems, and specialized partners redefine uptime.

Work Truck image of a fleet leader in a safety vest beside a chalkboard diagram showing fuel, EV charging, and biofuel paths, representing a flexible powertrain playbook for fleet planning in 2026.

Green Fleet•by Lauren Fletcher•January 21, 2026

The 2026 Powertrain Playbook Is Less About Picking a Winner and More About Building Resilience

EVs keep growing, but fleets are getting strategic. In 2026, energy reliability, targeted adoption, and alternative fuels shape the mix.

Work Truck graphic titled “How to Keep DOT D&A Records Audit Ready” with a cannabis leaf and beer barrel imagery representing DOT drug and alcohol compliance.

Safety•by Kathy Close•January 20, 2026

How to Keep Your DOT D&A Records Audit-Ready

Keep DOT drug and alcohol testing records audit-ready with secure storage, controlled access, release rules, and retention requirements.

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