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It is that time of year when many of us turn our attention to the coming New Year and formulate goals for our business operations and our own personal growth before the rush and excitement of the holidays!
In Four Trends Fleet Managers Will Focus on in 2026, Demetra Markopoulos, Senior VP at Service Up, says, “The managers who understand these trends will be in a stronger position to improve operational efficiency, retain drivers, and reduce costs.”
Top of mind for every fleet is ensuring that their drivers are safe. In Driver Safety Demands Both: Why Training and Coaching Work Best Together, FMW editor and fleet expert Ed Pierce writes, “The smartest fleets don’t pick sides – they combine the strengths of both training and coaching.”
If you are new to Fleet or just want to brush up on the fundamentals, NAFA Fleet Management Association is offering a free limited-run Fleet 101 Online Live Instruction Course to cover the basics of fleet with an overview of every key aspect of the profession. January 12-15. This is a terrific opportunity!
Janice Sutton
Editor in Chief
Artificial intelligence is becoming harder to avoid, and it’s now steering its way into cars, whether you asked for it or not.
Data from the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) shows a 23% decrease in vehicle thefts in the United States for the first half of 2025. NICB reports that this could make it the second year in a row there’s been a drop in car thefts.
Automakers building cars in Canada and Mexico are feeling the heat from new US trade rules. The pressure isn’t just political; it’s also financial.