The Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS) has partnered with the University of Colorado School of Public Health (CO SPH) to launch a comprehensive study targeting middle-mile and last-mile delivery fleets.

This Supply Chain Fleet Safety Benchmark Study aims to gather insights from fleet managers or safety managers who oversee driver fleets across all vehicle types.

The initiative is designed to identify current safety policies, technologies, and practices used by fleets delivering to various locations, including warehouses, distribution centers, stores, and homes.

If you oversee a delivery driver fleet and are interested in the safety of the supply chain, please participate.

The survey link can be accessed here: https://ucdenver.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2oCYe5Bf43melJs

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By Fleet Management Weekly Staff

Fleets choose to electrify for many different reasons: sustainability goals, regulatory compliance, and cost savings, to name a few. But the process of electrification is more straightforward than said or done.

Revolv can help fleet electrification transition by reducing operational complexities and risks, minimizing upfront costs while maximizing long-term savings, and ensuring a smooth and timely transition.

We asked CEO Scott Davidson to detail the company’s role in the electrification transition.

“Many fleets recognize the need to electrify, but it requires a skillset they don’t have the resources to build internally. Success comes when we sit on the same side of the table as our customers…”

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By Sarah Bechtold, eDriving

The holiday season brings a surge in demand for many businesses, creating both opportunities and challenges for fleet managers.

As demands grow, so do the risks—everything from driver fatigue to vehicle breakdowns becomes more likely.

Keeping safety and efficiency at the forefront is essential for managing holiday pressure without sacrificing the well-being of drivers or the reliability of operations. Here’s a guide to help your fleet stay safe, productive, and stress-free this holiday season.

And for fleets looking to enhance safety and visibility during this high-stress period, Mentor by eDriving offers a comprehensive driver risk management program.

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Four vehicles from four different brands fall short in one or more tests required for a 2024 Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+ award in the latest ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

The 2025 Kia Sorento qualifies for Top Safety Pick, retaining the status earned by the 2024 model. However, it misses out on the “plus” due to a marginal rating in the updated moderate overlap front test.

The 2025 Altima, a midsize sedan, also earns a marginal rating. Two new electric SUVs, the midsize luxury 2024 Acura ZDX and midsize 2024 Honda Prologue, miss out on awards after coming up short in the small overlap front test.

via IIHS

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Curbside EV charging in Michigan should become easier in the coming months thanks to a new collaboration between telecom giant AT&T and lamppost EV charging startup Voltpost.

The two have joined forces to bring internet connectivity to EV charging posts across Michigan and the Metro-Detroit area–this way, the operator knows immediately if a stall has gone offline and can send a team to fix it faster.

Voltpost’s lamppost charging solution essentially turns existing street lights into EV chargers. The startup claims the installation of a single stall takes anywhere from one to two hours and that the costs are much lower than a conventional EV charging station.

via InsideEVs

Car crash fatalities are up 24% over the last 10 years, with more than 40,000 deaths on U.S. roads in 2023. Last month, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced a plan to reduce those fatalities to what they call the “only acceptable number”: zero.

The department’s solution? A national deployment plan for vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology, a wireless communication tool that can transmit critical information like speed, location, and road conditions between vehicles and surrounding infrastructure.

The DOT’s roadmap outlines a goal to have 75% of the nation’s intersections equipped with V2X technology in about 12 years.

via Autoblog

Imagine paying for parking, tolls, and even your coffee directly from your car without ever reaching for your phone or wallet.

According to a new survey from Verra Mobility, this futuristic scenario is something many Americans are already on board with. The survey, which polled 2,000 U.S. drivers who own or lease a vehicle from 2019 or newer, found that 51% of respondents find the idea of their car acting as a “digital wallet” appealing.

The concept of a car as a digital wallet ties into the growing popularity of connected vehicles. Connected vehicle services have already gained significant traction in the U.S.

via Autoblog

By Tod Trousdell, Fleet Marketing Consultant and Partner, RobertsTrousdell Communications

The Work Fleet Forum returns to the Palms Resort and Casino in Las Vegas November 12-14, 2024. The event brings together top work fleet leaders in a unique setting that’s different from the typical trade show or conference.

Broken into three days of small group and face-to-face interaction, Work Fleet Forum keeps things moving with three days of intensive interactions, themed events and just plain fun.

“The Work Fleet Forum is where fleet managers and service providers come together to tackle the real challenges head-on. It’s not just about networking; it’s about sharing strategies that drive safer, more efficient fleets forward,” said Anthony Fasano, General Manager of the Work Fleet Forum.

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Photo: Flete CEO Drake Bauer

By Fleet Management Weekly Staff

While much of fleet management is done online, fleets often rely on a patchwork of disparate systems prone to inaccuracies and miscommunication. Flete is here to change that.

According to Drake Bauer, CEO, and co-founder of Flete, they deliver a powerful, personalized interface that connects all management functions into one cohesive system. Drake sat down with Fleet Management Weekly to talk about how Flete is using innovative technology to upend the fleet industry.

“Our focus at Flete is to improve fleet managers’ workflows, from automating daily reports to normalizing spending by VMRS code. We even provide a better interface for rental or lease inspections. We’ve serviced many fleets nationwide in industries like trucking, car-share rentals, and service businesses.”

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By Fleet Management Weekly Staff

Patriot Fleet Solutions is an intermediary, a one-stop-shop solution that provides FMCs with a centralized business model and access to a nationwide network of dealers.

As an offshoot of Patriot Liner, one of the nation’s fastest-growing and most successful spray-on bed liner brands, Patriot Fleet Solutions can leverage Patriot Liner’s extensive expertise and nationwide presence to benefit FMCs.

“What we offer is centralized access to a network of dealers,” says Henry Chedraoui, Vice President of Patriot Fleet Solutions. “Our network of dealers allows us to find localized solutions for FMCs with clients across the country.”

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