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Safetyby StaffDecember 10, 2018

ADTS Offers Safety Training for Higher-Risk Drivers

Up to 70% of fleet crashes annually involve high- and medium-risk drivers, according to Advanced Driver Training Services (ADTS), which is now offering a One-to-One Driver Safety Program for drivers with multiple traffic violations or a history of vehicle crashes.

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Safetyby StaffDecember 10, 2018

Roadway Safety Grant Process Gets Underway

The National Safety Council's Road to Zero Coalition has started accepting applications for its third annual grant competition for innovative solutions to making the nation's roadways safer and eliminating preventable fatalities.

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Utility Fleetby StaffDecember 10, 2018

Number of EVs to Double by 2021

The number of EVs on U.S. roads will double by 2021, according to an association representing privately held electric companies.

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Upfittingby StaffDecember 10, 2018

Meritor Reaches Agreements with Manitowoc, Wabash

Meritor, Inc. announced a new strategic supply agreement with The Manitowoc Co., Inc., as well as the fact that various products have been selected as standard position and as preferred options on all Wabash National Corp. dry and refrigerated van trailer products.

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Vehicle Researchby StaffDecember 6, 2018

Rainier's Pilot Truck Plant Now Operational

After four months of renovation work, Rainier Truck & Chassis has finally got its pilot production plant operational.

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Vehicle Researchby StaffDecember 6, 2018

Vote for 2019 Medium-Duty Truck of the Year

It’s time to start the vote for 2019 Medium-Duty Truck of the Year. Now in its 12th year, the award is presented by Work Truck Magazine. Professional fleet managers are encouraged to select one of 11 trucks on this year’s ballot.

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Green Fleetby StaffDecember 6, 2018

City of Beverly Hills Runs 100% Renewable Diesel

The second generation of biofuels and renewable diesel is here, but what does that mean for Beverly Hills fleet manager Craig Crowder? For the City's fleet of 445 vehicles, it means better performance, reduced maintenance, and a more sustainable way to serve the city.

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Small Fleetby StaffDecember 5, 2018

Senators Make Final Attempt to Pass Autonomous Vehicle Bill

As the end of the year approaches, U.S. senators are making a final push to pass comprehensive legislation for a regulatory framework that would accelerate the deployment and use of self-driving cars.

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Small Fleetby StaffDecember 5, 2018

Headlight Repairs Bring Hefty Price Tags

Replacing a single front headlight on two-thirds of vehicles rated good by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) costs upwards of $1,000 — more than double the average insurance deductible of $500.

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Operationsby StaffDecember 5, 2018

Mission Critical Electronics Acquires Xantrex

Mission Critical Electronics has acquired developer, manufacturer, and marketer of advanced power electronic products and systems for the mobile power markets, operating under the brand Xantrex. This company was part of the Solar activity of Schneider Electric.

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