Operations

Fleet Managers Think They Understand Their Costs. The Data Says Otherwise.

Most fleet managers say they have a strong handle on their costs, but new research from Bobit Business Media tells a different story. A 2026 survey of 190 fleet professionals reveals a widespread "confidence gap" where fragmented systems, disconnected data, and delayed reporting are leaving major blind spots hidden beneath the surface. Find out what the data actually shows.

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Digital Cover Features

The Leadership Lessons Fleet Managers Learn Too Late

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Videos

Extra Steps Fleets Should Take to Prevent Holiday Cargo Theft

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Podcasts

Building Better Fleets with Ruth Alfson

News•December 18, 2017

Jasper Presents Grants to Non-Profits

Jasper Endows Today & Tomorrow (JETT) hosted a “Will Read & Sing for Food” event December 2 at the company’s Power Drive facility in Jasper, Ind.

News•December 14, 2017

Volvo Donates Trucks to Museum

The Virginia Museum of Transportation formally took possession of donated items for its collection from Volvo Trucks’ New River Valley Plant, based in Dublin, Va., as part of the budding relationship between the two organizations.

News•December 11, 2017

GM Moving Toward Carbon Fiber Pickup Beds

General Motors is considering carbon fiber for the beds of its next-generation Chevrolet and GMC pickup trucks to better compete with Ford's F-Series pickups and meet future fuel-economy standards.

News•December 11, 2017

GM Enables Fuel Purchases From the Dashboard

Drivers of General Motors vehicles will be able to purchase Shell fuel and other products or services from their dashboard using a new digital platform known as GM Marketplace, the automaker has announced.

News•December 11, 2017

Holiday Gift Guide for Fleet Managers, Drivers

Whether you are looking for a gift for your favorite truck fleet manager boss, co-worker, or family member, or your favorite truck driver, there are plenty of possible gifts that would make anyone happy. Here is a collection of just a few useful and fun ideas to help inspire you to find the perfect gift for the truck fleet manager you have in mind.