Work Truck Magazine

Oct 20-22, 2026 | MD

Operations

Practical strategies for leading and managing commercial fleets, including workforce development, recruiting, retention, technician challenges, fleet leadership, and the people and processes that keep operations running.

New Fleet Guides, Hidden Truck Wear, and Driver Fit Lead This Month

Our latest Truck Chat recap covers new Fleet Guides, hidden idling costs, driver fit, lighter-truck registration rules, and year-round technician appreciation.

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News

Finalists Announced for 2026 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award

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Videos

Work Truck Takes Fleet Rivalry Downhill to Support Skilled Trades

Patti Earley, CAFM, appears beside the “Legends of Fleet” title on a black and gold interview thumbnail. LEGEND and Work Truck logos are also shown.

From Ledger Books to AI Patti Earley Shares 40 Years of Fleet Lessons

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News•by Staff•July 9, 2025

3 Members of the Work Truck Editorial Advisory Board Nominated for the 2025 Edward J. Bobit Fleet Manager of the Year Award

Mikhaila Baldwin, David Hayward, and Amy McAdams are among the nominees for the 2025 Edward J. Bobit Fleet Manager of the Year Award. In addition to their fleet leadership duties, the three also serve on the Work Truck Editorial Advisory Board.

News•by Lauren Fletcher•July 8, 2025

One Big Beautiful Bill Creates Shifts and Regulatory Changes Fleet Managers Should Watch

Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill includes tax breaks and rule changes. Here’s what commercial fleet managers need to know now and what to watch for next.

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News•by News/Media Release•July 7, 2025

Merchants Fleet Hires New VP of Field Operations

As the new vice president, field operations, Paul Garbis will lead Merchants Fleet's nationwide field operations. He will draw on his more than 20 years of operational leadership experience in the new role.

Work Truck Exchange Bringing the Fun to Fleet with axe throwing, four men holding hot wheels, and a trivia lunch.

Videos•by Lauren Fletcher•July 3, 2025

Work Truck Exchange: Where Fleet Meets Fun (and Results)

WTX is designed to save you time while delivering real value. Forget wandering giant convention halls. We handle the schedule, match you with the right people, and create an experience where your conversations actually count.

Red, white, and blue graphic illustrating the increase of cargo theft around the Fourth of July holiday time period.

News•by News/Media Release•July 1, 2025

Verisk CargoNet: Cargo Theft Risk Heightened During July 4th Holiday Week

Verisk CargoNet's analysis of 184 cargo thefts occurring between July 1-7 over the past five years reveals critical patterns logistics companies should consider addressing leading up to the Fourth of July.

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Articles•by Lauren Fletcher•July 1, 2025

Why Getting Up From Your Desk Might Be the Best Fleet Management Strategy

Tired of leading from behind a screen? Managing by Walking Around (MBWA) helps fleet leaders connect, spot issues early, and lead where the work happens.

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Videos•by Lauren Fletcher•June 30, 2025

Work Truck's Weekly Cheat Sheet [June 30, 2025]

Smarter upfits, CNG’s comeback, a diesel tech breaking barriers, and why diesel prices are a mess — all in 60 seconds. Watch now!

Fleet updates that matter: upfit ROI, safety wins, leadership lessons, and one legendary fleet story. Watch the June 2025 Truck Chat recap!

Videos•by Lauren Fletcher•June 30, 2025

This Month in Fleet [June 2025]

We’re talking disaster response, smarter upfits, rising accident costs, and stories that hit home for fleet managers building something great.

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Articles•June 26, 2025

Building Better Fleet Leaders: Strategies to Retain and Develop Strong Management

Fleet leadership matters. Learn why retaining and developing strong managers is key to reducing turnover, boosting morale, and driving long-term fleet success.

Legends of Fleet interview with Scott Rood, presented by Work Truck and sponsored by Legend Fleet, featuring a portrait of Scott in a gold oval frame.

Sponsored•by Lauren Fletcher•June 25, 2025

From Wrenches to Leadership: Scott Rood’s Fleet Story

Fleet pro Scott Rood shares the keys to leading with integrity, mentoring techs, and modernizing public fleet operations in this Legends of Fleet interview.

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