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Behind the Article thumbnail featuring Kathy Close of J.J. Keller. The image shows a road at sunset with bold text reading, “Do You Know What’s Driving Up Your CSA Score?” alongside Kathy Close discussing how fleets can use FMCSA's DataQs system to challenge inaccurate safety data and protect CSA scores.

Videos

What is DataQs and Why Should Fleets Care?

Watch to learn how FMCSA's DataQs system helps fleets challenge inaccurate safety data, protect CSA scores, and improve compliance records.

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News

Fleetworthy Integrates Lytx Video Snapshots to Improve Driver Coaching

Graphic featuring fireworks on a blue background with the headline "Stay Safe on the Road This July 4th" and the subheading "Tips From a Former Truck Driver." The image promotes road safety during holiday travel and accompanies advice on avoiding truck blind spots, passing safely, leaving adequate space around trucks, and planning travel during busy traffic periods.

News

5 Safe Driving Tips for 4th of July

Graphic for NSC National Safety Month featuring warehouse, trucking, and transportation workers. Text highlights safety priorities including moving safety forward, road safety, worker health, and preventing slips, trips, and falls.

News

NSC Marks 30 Years of National Safety Month, Includes Road Safety Focus

News•by News/Media Release•August 25, 2025

Linxup Survey Highlights Opportunities to Strengthen Fleet Safety Programs

A Linxup survey of 250 fleet managers pinpointed the challenges fleets face when implementing safety programs, but found that fleets are leveraging telematics data to enhance safety.

Background image of a VISA, with red headline stating Pause, and inset image of truck driver hands on wheel.

News•by Wayne Parham•August 25, 2025

Worker Visas Paused for CDL Drivers

The federal government is pausing the issuance of worker visas for commercial truck drivers following the fatal crash that investigators said was caused by a driver who entered the country illegally in 2018 and could not pass the English-language proficiency evaluation.

Closeup image of man's hands working on automotive brakes and headline for Brake Safety Week and Focus: Drums & Rotors.

News•by News/Media Release•August 14, 2025

Drums & Rotors Key Focus of CVSA’s Brake Safety Week

CVSA Brake Safety Week is Aug. 24-30 and will include routine commercial motor vehicle inspections, focusing on brake systems and components, throughout the week.

View from a truck cab showing Bendix Fusion collision alert on a dashboard display with a warning to brake at 62 mph.

News•by News/Media Release•August 12, 2025

Bendix Advanced Safety Technologies Reach Major Milestones

Bendix marks milestones for its ESP and Fusion safety systems, highlighting two decades of innovation in helping fleets reduce risks and improve driver support on North American roads.

Work Truck 2025 Fleet Safety Study title graphic with black background and yellow safety stripes.

Articles•Cover Story•by Lauren Fletcher•August 12, 2025

2025 Work Truck Safety Study: Basics Strong, Tech Adoption Still Unsteady

Parking lots and urban streets top the list for fleet crashes, with most training done at onboarding, but many fleets still skip key tools like the FMCSA crash program.

Work Truck headline graphic reading “Shrinking Snowbelt” over a snowy, tree-lined road

News•by Lauren Fletcher•August 6, 2025

The Snowbelt Is Shrinking, How Will it Impact Fleets?

According to new research, the average U.S. snowfall is projected to drop significantly through 2050. That shift is going to shake up how municipal and private fleets plan for winter.

EROAD and Whip Around logos over a handshake, symbolizing a new fleet technology partnership focused on connected maintenance and compliance solutions.

News•by Staff•July 30, 2025

Whip Around and EROAD Partner on Fleet Safety and Compliance

EROAD and Whip Around team up to help fleets boost safety, reduce breakdowns, and streamline compliance with a connected, data-powered maintenance solution.

Smiling truck driver in cab, highlighting Netradyne’s DriverStar program promoting safety through positive reinforcement and real-time driver recognition.

News•by Staff•July 30, 2025

Netradyne Hits 100 Million DriverStars, Reinforces Safety Through Recognition

Netradyne celebrates 100M+ DriverStars awarded, highlighting a shift toward positive reinforcement to boost safety, morale, and driver retention.

Bright yellow badge with flames and smoke, reading “Beat the Heat Work Truck,” symbolizing summer heat challenges for fleets.

Articles•July 24, 2025

Beat the Heat: Your Fleet's Summer Survival Strategy

Summer heat strains your fleet. Avoid breakdowns with four key maintenance tips for tires, batteries, cooling systems, and A/C. Keep drivers safe and productive.

Close-up of a truck grille guard featured in Fleet 101, explaining how guards protect fleet trucks and help cut repair costs while staying ADAS-friendly.

Videos•by Lauren Fletcher•July 22, 2025

Fleet 101: What Fleet Managers Need to Know About Grille Guards

Grille guards protect fleet trucks, cut downtime, lower repair costs, and work with tech like ADAS. Learn how to choose the right guard for your fleet.

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