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Lauren Fletcher

VP of Content

Lauren Fletcher has been a leading voice in the truck and commercial fleet industry since 2006. As Vice President of Content at Bobit, she oversees the content strategy for key brands spanning the fleet, trucking, transportation, dealer, and police sectors, including Work Truck.

Her expertise in alternative fuels, telematics, vehicle maintenance, safety, upfitting, and productivity has made her a trusted authority. Fletcher has penned and edited thousands of articles that provide practical and strategic insights, helping fleet managers navigate the complexities of modern fleet management.

Her popular 'Chatty Chassis' blog encourages readers to challenge industry norms, while her 'Truck Chat' video series drives conversations on efficient fleet operations. Whether tackling emerging trends, spotlighting vehicles, or interviewing industry leaders, Fletcher’s content offers invaluable guidance for fleet professionals.

As a recognized thought leader, Fletcher has moderated or presented at top industry events like Work Truck Exchange, Work Truck Week, DeliveryCon, and the Production Engine Remanufacturers Association (PERA). She frequently moderates Work Truck webinars, providing a platform for industry discussions.

Her byline is seen across major fleet and automotive publications, including Automotive FleetGovernment Fleet, School Bus Fleet,Heavy Duty Trucking, and more.

An avid hot rod enthusiast, Fletcher’s passion for vehicles, from classic cars to the latest work trucks, enriches her unique perspective. She continues to be a go-to resource for fleet managers and industry professionals, delivering insights on the ever-evolving commercial vehicle landscape.

Have an article idea, news tip, or industry challenge? Reach out today!

Host Lauren Fletcher gestures toward “Truck Chat Weekly Cheat Sheet” graphic highlighting driver input, TPMS benefits, and the end of International CV Series production.
Videosby Lauren FletcherMay 4, 2026

Drivers Speak Up, TPMS Pays Off, and a Workhorse Retires | Weekly Cheat Sheet

Drivers are shaping fleet decisions, TPMS is delivering real savings, and a key workhorse is retiring. Plus quick hits on data, uptime, and new trucks.

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Person holding blue Work Truck folder labeled “Suppliers Your Secret Weapon,” highlighting the importance of vendor partnerships in fleet disaster preparedness
Articlesby Lauren FletcherMay 4, 2026

Your Suppliers Are Part of Your Disaster Plan

Your suppliers can make or break disaster response. Here’s how fleets can reduce vendor risk and keep critical parts flowing when storms hit.

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Tornado touching down over flooded landscape with debris and lightning, representing the real-world destruction that drives disaster declaration decisions
Articlesby Lauren FletcherMay 4, 2026

How Federal Disaster Declarations Work and Why Fleet Leaders Need to Know

How federal disaster declarations work and why fleet leaders should care about funding, reimbursements, infrastructure repairs, and recovery timelines.

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POV the truck on the show floor says stop kicking me with image of tire being kicked
Videosby Lauren FletcherMay 4, 2026

POV: You’re the Truck Everyone Won’t Stop Kicking

From tire kickers and door slammers to the hundredth “what engine’s in this thing” question, life on the show floor isn’t exactly easy. In this mockumentary-style video, we flip the script and give you the POV of an Isuzu truck sitting front and center at the booth.

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A smoky horizon demonstrating a natural disaster in effect.
Articlesby Lauren FletcherMay 4, 2026

Disaster Readiness Is Not a Fleet Count, It’s a Stress Test of the Whole System

Fleet readiness isn’t about your vehicle count. It’s about condition, capacity, and whether your system can actually perform under stress.

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Open glowing book on a wooden table with candles, quill, and maps, with golden light and magical particles rising from its pages in a fantasy-style illustration.

The Future of Storytelling Still Belongs To Humans

New tools always change the process. They do not replace the instinct. From portrait painters adapting to photography to creators navigating AI, the people who matter most are still the ones who know how to see.

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Shades of Fleet Technicians Voices What the Job is Really Like from Truck Chat with Lauren Fletcher blue background with mechanic
Videosby Lauren FletcherApril 30, 2026

What It’s Really Like to Be a Technician | Shades of Fleet

Real technicians share what the job actually looks like, from tough days to evolving technology and the problem-solving behind fleet operations.

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Western Star truck hauling logs through a snowy mountain road during a winter storm, highlighting extreme cold durability and performance testing.
Articlesby Lauren FletcherApril 30, 2026

How Extreme Arctic Testing Helps Build More Reliable Disaster-Ready Trucks

See how Daimler tests trucks in Arctic cold, extreme heat, and punishing terrain to improve uptime when fleets face severe weather and disaster response.

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Disaster Plan post it note with images of disaster icons and a wildfire in a coffee cup.
Articlesby Lauren FletcherApril 30, 2026

Your Fleet Is Also Human: Helping Drivers and Technicians During Disasters

Disaster response plans often overlook the human factor. Learn how supporting drivers and technicians improves safety, resilience, and fleet performance.

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Old industrial forklift inside a workshop, showing heavy wear and tear, representing equipment maintained and used in challenging conditions.
Articlesby Lauren FletcherApril 30, 2026

When the Shop Is Gone, Preparing Technicians for Real-World Disaster Response

When disaster shuts down the shop, technicians must adapt. Learn how field expedient skills keep equipment running when it matters most.

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