Spotlighting Education in the New Year
We lead off our first issue of 2016 with NAFA Fleet Management Association president Ruth Alfson speaking quite eloquently in her video of the power of education and networking for fleets. If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to sharpen your skills, check out NAFA’s website for information on their outstanding educational opportunities.
In our interview with PARS’ president Lori Rasmussen, she speaks with us about the dynamic Women in Fleet group she chairs. It’s an amazing group of women who mentor and support women, many of whom are new in the industry. This is the first of our quarterly columns to be dedicated to Women in Fleet.
In his monthly column, fleet marketing expert Ed Pierce gives us some key transformative learning concepts to help businesses build effective marketing programs.
Enjoy this issue of Fleet Management Weekly and check out FleetManagementWeekly.com for daily updates.
Janice Sutton
Executive Editor
28 States Use Outdated Driver’s License Format, Which Could Leave You Stranded At The Airport
When we think of technology and change, we often think of computers, mobile phones, cars, and such. But today, even the most mundane objects are evolving, from electrical outlets to thermostats.
Driver's licenses are not immune.
Unfortunately, like your grumpy uncle who's still mad about the disappearance of incandescent light bulbs, some states have failed to keep up with the times. To date, 28 states still issue driver's licenses that fail to meet new "REAL ID" standards, which could prevent folks from using those documents to verify their identity next time they want to board an airplane.
The Safest And Most Dangerous Cities To Drive In Bad Weather
According to the National Safety Council, we’re coming up upon the deadliest period of the year in which to take to the roads. The NSC predicts that 346 people will be killed and 41,900 seriously injured over the New Year’s Day holiday period. That outpaces even the Christmas weekend as being the most hazardous for driving, and caps off a year that’s already seen a disturbing increase in traffic fatalities.
“Too many celebrations are marred by tragedies during the holiday season,” says NSC president and CEO Deborah A.P. Hersman. “When you are traveling, remember that you are your car’s most important safety feature. Getting to zero deaths on our roadways requires each of us to be safer behind the wheel.”
Submissions For NAFA’s 2016 Fleet Excellence Awards Conclude In January
NAFA Fleet Management Association sent word out in mid-December reminding all that time is running out to be a part of the Fleet Excellence Awards submission process. The submission deadline is January 10, 2016.
NAFA's 2015 Fleet Excellence Awards (FLEXY) garnered unprecedented response in 2015. After more than seventy nominations and many weeks of deliberation, the winners were announced at the 2015 Institute & Expo (I&E) this past April. Embarking on its fourth year, the FLEXYs will once again award in the fields of sustainability, safety, and overall fleet management achievement. Past performance indicates another fierce competition is ahead.
Study: Young People Aren’t Drinking & Driving As Much As They Used To
When we think about the problem of drinking and driving, we often associate it with younger, less experienced drivers. A new study shows that the practice has become far less common among motorists age 16 to 25, though we're not out of the woods, yet.
When we think about the problem of drinking and driving, we often associate it with younger, less experienced drivers. A new study shows that the practice has become far less common among motorists age 16 to 25, though we're not out of the woods, yet.
