National Biodiesel Board Warns of Low Quality Biodiesel

The discovery of low quality biodiesel has led the NBB to urge government agencies to become more active in regulating and enforcing spec fuel production.

5 Factors Impacting the Future of Predictive Maintenance 

Is predictive maintenance any different from preventive maintenance? Both have the ultimate goal of preventing unscheduled problems and repairs. In short, yes! Predictive maintenance takes preventing issues one step further, utilizing data and information specific to a fleet and specific vehicles. 

Obama Rejects Idea of Vehicle Miles-Traveled Tax

Though the tax is considered a long-term solution to replace the gas tax, the Obama administration is against implementing a tax based on miles driven any time soon.

Study: Commercial Fleet Drivers Distracted 8% of Total Driving Time

A study by the FMCSA discovered the use of SmartDrive Measured Safety Program is highly effective in reducing key distractions such as hand-held mobile phone use. Additionally, the program includes an action plan for fleets.

Tracking Technology Combines Best of GPS, Cellular, and Radio Capabilities

SHELTON, CT – OEM Data Delivery (OEM DD), a developer of technology tools for managing worksites and high-value equipment, has introduced the ST-900 Service Tracker with cellular modem and radio communications capabilities.

Ford Sells Part of Its Stake in Mazda

The two companies will continue its partnerships with Ford owning as much as 13 percent of Mazda.

Penske Logistics Driver Named TRALA Driver of Year

Gourmet Caterer Hones the Art and Science of Fleet Routing

With a delivery window of a mere 15 minutes, Toronto-based Marigolds & Onions uses fleet routing and scheduling software to manage details such as driving time between routes, details of each stop and time spent, and even food type.

GM to Build Midsize Version of Chevy Avalanche for GMC