By Kam Thandi

The vehicle repair industry, crucial for keeping fleets on the move, is currently grappling with a myriad of challenges. Delays, communication gaps, and intricate repair processes have become the norm, posing significant hurdles for fleet managers.

Fleet managers face increased downtime, higher costs, and a decline in overall operational efficiency. However, innovative solutions like ServiceUp are completely revolutionizing the vehicle repair industry.

ServiceUp offers two configurations that can be tailored to fit seamlessly into your existing process.

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By Sarah Bechtold, eDriving

As the winter frost melts away and nature awakens, spring brings a refreshing change to the driving landscape. Yet, with this transition comes a unique set of challenges that fleet managers and drivers must navigate with caution.

From bustling traffic to unpredictable weather shifts and ongoing or new/seasonal road construction, the spring season demands heightened awareness and proactive safety measures behind the wheel.

As fleet managers, it’s essential to equip your drivers with the knowledge and tools needed to adapt to changing weather patterns responsibly.

At eDriving, we understand the unique challenges that come with each season’s transition. That’s why we offer a comprehensive suite of resources and tools designed to support your fleet’s safety initiatives year-round.

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By Kim Davidson, Marketing & Communications Manager, Flexco

Flexco Fleet Services rings in 2024 celebrating a 32-year milestone as an industry leader in Fleet Remarketing Services. As a family-owned and operated company, they’ve also managed to stay true to their original vision—to deliver efficient, effective vehicle remarketing services, while maximizing profits for their customers.

A lot has changed over the course of 32 years in fleet, but one thing hasn’t: Flexco’s commitment to keeping things simple and operating an integrity-based business where customers’ needs remain their North Star.

Fleet Lease Exchange Company, DBA Flexco Fleet Services started as a one-man endeavor back in March of 1992 by Ron Shoemaker.

By putting customers’ needs at the forefront, and identifying and alleviating their pain points, Flexco helps set clients up for success. And customer success is a reflection of Flexco’s ability to adapt when needed and provide Best-in-class fleet services.

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Ford Motor Company‘s dealers and Ford Fund have jointly invested $2 million in scholarship funding to combat the ongoing shortage of automotive technicians. The initiative aims to support students pursuing careers as automotive technicians.

This initiative, known as the Ford Auto Tech Scholarship, will be rolled out across 10 regions, supporting students in over 20 states and 292 eligible schools.

The automotive industry is grappling with a significant shortage of technicians, with an estimated requirement of over 400,000 techs by 2027. This scholarship aims to create opportunities for well-paying careers as the industry shifts toward electrification and software integration.

via Benzinga

Forbes Advisor sifted through NHTSA and U.S. Census Bureau data on the 50 most populous cities in the country to find out which have the worst drivers.

The equation took five metrics into account and weighted them, all based on the number and kinds of fatal accidents per 100,000 residents: The overall number (24%); how many involved drunk drivers (0.08 BAC or above) (19%); how many involved distracted drivers (19%); how many involved speeding (19%); and how many people were killed (19%).

Albuquerque took the award for the highest number of fatal accidents that involve people focused on something other than driving.

via Autoblog

Gravity, a New York-based startup specializing in EV infrastructure, has opened a new public charging station, touted as the fastest in the US.

With the ability to replenish up to 200 miles of range in a mere five minutes of charging, drivers can get back on roads more quickly, bringing the segment closer to time parity with traditional gas station visits.

The new charging center exists in a parking garage through a partnership with Related Companies, in which the former mounted its ceiling-mounted 500kW Distributed Energy Access Points (DEAPs) within the footprint of existing parking spaces.

via Electrek

According to the 2019 Traffic Signal Benchmarking and State of the Practice Report, sitting at red lights and the associated traffic caused by them costs society almost $23 billion a year.

Engineers at the University of Michigan have developed a new method for creating traffic models using data from connected cars that will allow traffic light timing to be optimized every few months, rather than every few years—and at a much lower cost.

While most traditional forms of traffic monitoring only show the volume of cars traveling through an intersection with an estimated speed, this new method allows researchers to see speeds and delays between intersections. New timing plans decreased travel times by 20%, and the need to stop at traffic lights by 30%.

via The Drive

By Ed Pierce, Fleet Management Weekly’s Brand Acceleration

In the realm of B2B marketing, which includes fleet products and services marketing, the ability to quantify the return on investment (ROI) has long been a challenge.

Proving ROI in B2B omni-channel marketing is a complex endeavor, but it’s essential for optimizing marketing efforts and justifying investments. Data analytics and attribution modeling are powerful tools that enable B2B marketers to demonstrate their campaigns’ impact accurately.

To measure the impact of marketing efforts accurately, B2B marketers must establish a robust set of key performance indicators (KPIs) that align with their specific business objectives.

These KPIs encompass a variety of metrics, such as website traffic, which provides insights into the overall visibility and reach of marketing initiatives.

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With Cardata as your fully-managed vehicle reimbursement partner, you can confidently navigate the complexities of vehicle reimbursement, knowing that you have a trusted ally in the passenger seat.

Over the last twenty-five years, Cardata has been finding ways of solving the problems posed by programs like fleet, IRS standard rate, and taxable allowance, working with some of the world’s best companies as their vehicle reimbursement partner.

In 2018, we launched our GPS Tracking App V.1, providing drivers with a comprehensive reimbursement companion on the road. Over the years, that product has grown into our flagship mileage capture application, Cardata Mobile.

We envision a future where vehicle operations for businesses are simple and hassle-free. As industry experts in technological solutions for companies with employees on the road, we’re dedicated to helping businesses achieve this vision.

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FreeWire Technologies, a leading provider of battery-integrated electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and energy management solutions, announced Boost Power Pro, the flagship offering within FreeWire’s latest product line, the Pro Series.

“Designed with quality and serviceability in mind, the Boost Charger Pro and Boost Power Pro are more than just chargers; they’re comprehensive energy solutions ensuring preparedness and flexibility in a wide range of scenarios,” said Martin Lynch, COO at FreeWire.

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