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Graphic for “Safety Sound Off” featuring the headline “Poor Visibility & Cognitive Overload” in bold white and yellow text over a rain-covered windshield background with blurred taillights and caution-stripe accents.
Safety Sound Offby Wayne ParhamMay 12, 2026

Diminished Visibility & Cognitive Demand

I learned firsthand two simple tricks to improve driver visibility in inclement weather and at night, reducing the cognitive challenges of driving in the dark and stormy conditions.

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Newsby Lauren FletcherMay 12, 2026

Severe Storms Are Reshaping Recovery Operations for Contractors and Work Truck Fleets

Hailstorms are creating costly new challenges for work truck fleets, from damaged onboard tech to longer recovery timelines and tactical storm planning.

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Large fallen tree crushing a house roof with a “Recovery Ahead” sign, symbolizing disaster aftermath and increased operational risks during recovery phases.
Articlesby Lauren FletcherMay 5, 2026

After the Storm Clears: Why Cargo Risk Spikes During Disaster Recovery

When the storm ends, cargo theft risk can spike. Here’s why the restart phase is the danger zone and what fleets can do to stay ahead.

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherMay 4, 2026

Your Suppliers Are Part of Your Disaster Plan

Your suppliers can make or break disaster response. Here’s how fleets can reduce vendor risk and keep critical parts flowing when storms hit.

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherMay 4, 2026

How Federal Disaster Declarations Work and Why Fleet Leaders Need to Know

How federal disaster declarations work and why fleet leaders should care about funding, reimbursements, infrastructure repairs, and recovery timelines.

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherMay 4, 2026

Disaster Readiness Is Not a Fleet Count, It’s a Stress Test of the Whole System

Fleet readiness isn’t about your vehicle count. It’s about condition, capacity, and whether your system can actually perform under stress.

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A dramatic YouTube thumbnail showing a semi-truck driving through heavy rain and lightning on a dark highway, with bold text reading “LYTX Protects When Weather Doesn’t.” The Work Truck logo appears in the corner, along with a red “Fleet Safety” banner.
Videosby Wayne ParhamApril 8, 2026

How Lytx Prepares Fleets for Severe Weather

Let’s learn more about how Lytx uses Dynamic Risk to provide real-time alerts, coaching, and operational support for fleets facing severe weather driving conditions. Brendon Hill, senior vice president of product at Lytx, walks us through how it all works.

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Videosby Wayne ParhamMarch 27, 2026

Severe Weather & Predictive Analytics: What Fleets Need to Know

Predictive analytics are often thought of as tools to manage maintenance or drive efficiency, but technology, data, and AI can also be used to keep drivers and fleets safer in adverse weather conditions.

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Cars driving through heavy nighttime rain on a reflective road surface depicting hazardous storm conditions that can lead to vehicle damage and insurance claims
ArticlesMay 1, 2025

What You Need to Know About Flooded Vehicles

Flooded roads are dangerous and damaging. Learn how to protect your fleet, handle flooded vehicles, and stay safe during severe weather.

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