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Chatty Chassisby Lauren FletcherAugust 24, 2012

On the Road: All-New 2013-MY Ram 1500

Work Truck magazine was invited to drive the all-new 2013 Ram 1500 in Nashville, Tenn., in early August.

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Chatty Chassisby Lauren FletcherJuly 18, 2012

The Real-Deal on Diesel-Electric Hybrids

A recent report by Indiana University's (IU) School of Public and Environmental Affairs raised some eyebrows about the economic viability of medium-sized diesel-electric hybrid trucks.

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Chatty Chassisby Lauren FletcherJuly 10, 2012

Tire Prices Rise… But Still Must be Purchased

Truck tire prices rise again, and again, and again. But, fleet vehicles won't roll on without them.

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Chatty Chassisby Lauren FletcherMay 23, 2012

Becoming 'Possibility Thinkers'

In the world of fleet, we all need to be "possibility thinkers" and imagine the "what if" scenarios. From the good, to the ugly, it can only help to prepare us for anything.

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Chatty Chassisby Lauren FletcherMarch 28, 2012

Are Speed Limiters on Trucks Necessary?

A study was recently released by the FMCSA confirming that electronically governing and limiting the top speed of commercial trucks has clear safety benefits. But, is speed limiting truly the answer to the safety problem?

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Chatty Chassisby Lauren FletcherMarch 5, 2012

Hitting the Road: The Work Truck Show 2012

The 2012 The Work Truck Show just ended in Indianapolis. I was at the show from day one to closing day and share some of my highlights from the event.

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Chatty Chassisby Lauren FletcherFebruary 29, 2012

On the Road Soon: 2012 The Work Truck Show

The 2012 NTEA Work Truck Show is going to be taking place next week and I can't tell you how excited I am to be hitting the road and heading to the show.

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Chatty Chassisby Lauren FletcherJanuary 25, 2012

2012 Medium-Duty Truck of Year? It's Anyone's Guess

I'm getting excited. We have one week left before balloting closes for our 2012 Medium-Duty Truck of the Year award, and the results are anyone's guess.

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Chatty Chassisby Lauren FletcherDecember 16, 2011

Hitting the Road: 2011 Mooneye's Xmas Party & Hot Rod Show

Anyone who knows me, or has read my bio, should know that I love hot rods. Make those hot rods trucks, and I'm in heaven. Take a look at the photo gallery of classic trucks from this years show.

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Chatty Chassisby Lauren FletcherDecember 14, 2011

Driving is Not Downhill Skiing

In skiing, the skier in front of you always has the right of way, and you are responsible mainly for those in front of you. Drivers must remember that on the road, you are responsible for paying attention to everyone, and everything, around you.

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Chatty Chassisby Lauren FletcherNovember 30, 2011

Know the Laws of the States You Drive

While there are many similar driving laws across the United States, fleet managers should ensure that any driver that crosses state lines is aware of some of the more subtle differences from state-to-state.

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Chatty Chassisby Lauren FletcherSeptember 21, 2011

Hitting the Road: Looking Forward to the Green Fleet Conference

It's my favorite time of year! No, not the holidays - travel season! And what a better way to kick it off then by attending our very own Green Fleet Conference Oct. 3-4 out in Dallas.

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