Work Truck Logo
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH

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!

Work Truck image showing safety gear, gloves, hard hat, and a tablet dashboard beside a color-coded risk meter labeled low to high, illustrating how fleet safety and risk management are becoming opera
Articlesby Lauren FletcherJanuary 19, 2026

In 2026, Safety Will Stop Being a Program and Become How Fleets Operate

Safety in 2026 won’t live in a silo. Fleets are integrating prevention, coaching, and risk data to reduce claims, downtime, and liability.

Read More →
Work Truck graphic showing a headless suit facing a laptop with a blue error screen and stethoscope, alongside “404 Page Not Found” text, symbolizing broken, disconnected fleet technology systems.
Articlesby Lauren FletcherJanuary 16, 2026

Fleet Tech in 2026 Will Stop Being a Stack and Start Being a System

In 2026, AI and embedded telematics will reshape fleet operations. Integration, trust, and responsible AI will separate winners from noise.

Read More →
In Memoriam to Mike Antich, former editor of Automotive Fleet and Work Truck.
Videosby Lauren FletcherJanuary 15, 2026

A Video Tribute to Fleet Icon Mike Antich

In this video, you’ll hear from colleagues, fleet leaders, and longtime friends sharing the moments that made Mike unforgettable.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Illustration showing an AI figure surrounded by dashboards, warning symbols, and a road sign reading “enter at your own risk,” representing the risks fleets face when adopting AI without oversight.
Articlesby Lauren FletcherJanuary 15, 2026

How Work Truck Fleets Can Use AI to Improve Compliance Without Increasing Risk [Part 3]

Buying AI compliance tools? Some fleets get safer. Others get burned. Here’s what to know before you sign anything.

Read More →
Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT) announced DriveWell Fleet, a new program designed  to help commercial auto insurers use fleet telematics data to inform underwriting and pricing.
Newsby Lauren FletcherJanuary 15, 2026

New DriveWell Fleet Program Aims To Turn Fleet Telematics Into Insurance Pricing Data

DriveWell Fleet from Cambridge Mobile Telematics aims to help commercial insurers use fleet telematics data for pricing, including options for connected and unconnected vehicles.

Read More →
Illustration showing a human and an AI figure facing a connected digital AI network, representing how fleets balance automation and human oversight when using AI for compliance and audits.
Articlesby Lauren FletcherJanuary 14, 2026

What Are the Compliance Problems AI Can Solve for Work Truck Fleets Today? [Part 2]

AI can clarify HOS data, speed up audits, or create new risks. Here’s what it does well, where it struggles, and why humans still matter.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Promotional graphic for Work Truck’s Shades of Fleet video series featuring two Black professionals holding phones, with text reading “Beyond Black History Month” on a blue background.
Newsby Lauren FletcherJanuary 14, 2026

Work Truck’s Shades of Fleet Invites Black Fleet Pros to Share Their Story

Work Truck invites Black fleet professionals to record their thoughts for our next "Shades of Fleet" video series focused on leadership, mentorship, and visibility beyond February.

Read More →
Illustration showing AI and human hands pointing to compliance elements including laws, rules, policies, regulations, transparency, and governance, representing how fleets use AI to manage compliance
Articlesby Lauren FletcherJanuary 13, 2026

How Work Truck Fleets Are Using AI for Compliance and Why Adoption Is Still Uneven [Part 1]

AI is everywhere in fleet compliance, but it’s not always used well. Here’s where work truck fleets are winning, stalling, and risking audits.

Read More →
Truck Chat Weekly Cheat Sheet graphic covering 2026 IRS mileage rate increase, wildfire impacts on fleet operations, and workforce training and retention challenges for work truck fleets.
Videosby Lauren FletcherJanuary 12, 2026

IRS Mileage Bump, Wildfire Reality & Workforce Fixes

This week in fleet: 2026 mileage rate update, wildfire impacts on ops, workforce training pivots, and quick hits on parts and data.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Blocks that say costs with wrenches and oil cans showing increasing costs in fleets.
Articlesby Lauren FletcherJanuary 12, 2026

The Cost Squeeze is Not Letting Up, and Fleets Are Planning Like It

2026 will test fleet budgets with rising costs, tariffs, and insurance pressure. Here’s how fleets are planning smarter and staying flexible.

Read More →