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Coverage of strategies, policies, technologies, and training that help reduce crashes, improve driving behavior, address distracted and risky driving, and support safer fleet operations.

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Articles•by Amy Hercher•July 14, 2026

Developing Budget-Friendly Driver Safety Programs

From driver training and safety meetings to one-on-one coaching and incentive programs, several small fleets share how they have developed a safety culture with their drivers using low- to no-cost resources.

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Work Truck graphic for Operation Safe Driver Week showing red and blue police lights with the dates July 12-18, 2026.
Articles•by Lauren Fletcher•July 1, 2026

Operation Safe Driver Week Starts July 12 Here's What Fleet Managers Should Check Before Enforcement Begins

Operation Safe Driver Week begins July 12. Use this checklist to review speeding, seat belts, coaching, telematics, and safety policies before enforcement starts.

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Articles•January 14, 2025

Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls to Improve Driver Safety

Slips, trips, and falls are a top driver injury risk, especially in winter. Learn tips to boost safety, reduce costs, and keep your fleet accident-free this season!

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Articles•by Lexi Tucker•March 2, 2022

Superior Plus Propane Operates with Integrity, Telematics

The company places a high value on input from drivers and leadership, ensuring voices are heard and veterans have a place to grow.

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Articles•March 23, 2021

5 Ways to Boost Driver Engagement for Lower Turnover and Better Safety

Driver turnover costs a company money. Engaged drivers feel more connected to their workplaces (their vehicles). Working on driver engagement can help reduce driver turnover and improve fleet safety.

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Articles•July 20, 2020

7 Priceless Parking Lot Safety Tips for Delivery Drivers

When more than 60% of delivery crashes happen in the parking lot, it's time to take action. Follow these seven tips to increase driver safety in parking lots.

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Articles•by Kathy Close•May 4, 2020

Top 5 Questions on Driver Safety Performance Histories

The safety performance history records request (SPHRR) offers a glimpse into an applicant’s possible unsafe behaviors while at another motor carrier. After 15 years, it still generates several questions.

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Articles•September 26, 2019

Incorporating Driver Safety & Technology to Increase Retention

As driver turnover increases, companies are looking for ways to implement practices that improve their fleet management and retain their employees for the long haul.

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Articles•September 19, 2018

How Driver Training Can Help Fleets Reduce Liability — and Improve Safety

The worst time to realize your trucking fleet’s safety program doesn’t measure up is when you’re answering attorneys’ questions in court or at a deposition.

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Articles•by Mike Antich•April 4, 2017

Improving Truck Ergonomics for Driver Safety

OSHA regs require an employer to provide a workplace (which includes upfitted work vehicles) free from recognized hazards. The best way to make a work truck fleet more ergonomic is to proactively identify and rectify potential issues.

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