In 2021, there were 2,148 vehicle-train collisions at highway-rail grade crossings, resulting in 236 fatalities. Here’s how to cross with confidence.
Here are 15 recommendations from nine subject-matter experts on how to further improve OTD times.
When I first read articles about the use of drones in fleet operations, I used to roll my eyes. But, no longer. After talking with many fleet managers, I now believe that drones in commercial applications will have a major impact in a variety of industries. At most companies, drone operations will fall outside the domain of fleet, at least initially. As FAA restrictions are eased, drones will proliferate into mainstream business practices, with the insurance and energy industries in the vanguard
September is National Rail Safety Month, so here are some tips you can share with fleet drivers. Video courtesy of Operation Lifesaver California and the California Office of Traffic Safety. For the full fleet safety tip, click here.
One of the perennial reasons given for order-to-delivery (OTD) delays is rail constraints. This has been an ongoing issue in the U.S., but, now, with the dramatic expansion of automotive production south of the border, rail constraints in Mexico will begin to play a greater role in fleet OTD discussions.
One challenge for both the 2015- and 2014-MY has been the increased volume of fleet vehicles going to upfitters, which has resulted in capacity constraints. With the increasing demand and growth of the commercial truck and van segments – particularly among utilities and service industries – the percentage of upfitted vehicles is growing. Upfitters are feeling the pressure of increased demand.
Railroad backlogs impacted ship-thru units requiring upfitted equipment in the 2015-MY. Not only is there a rail-car shortage, but there were also logistical delays in loading and unloading rail cars due to the higher volume of high-roof vehicles. The limited number of rail cars that can accommodate the larger, high-roof vans created a backlog at assembly plants and caused delays in shipping to and from upfitters.
It's a disturbingly common sight: vehicles stopped in traffic on railroad tracks. Here's an NBC LA Channel 4 News report about a recent Union Pacific Police crackdown near Los Angeles. For the full safety tip, click here.
Here's a public service announcement from Operation Lifesaver, an organization dedicated to promoting railroad crossing safety.
Heavier rail cars and an aging box car fleet are having a serious impact on overall rail congestion. The box car fleet responsible for moving vehicles is getting smaller by the year.
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