Toyota and Lexus to Introduce Low-Cost Auto-Braking System
Toyota Safety Sense is designed to support the driver’s awareness, decision making and vehicle operation over a wide range of speeds.
When the next-generation Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and Lexus RX models come to market later this year, they will offer new, low-cost automated braking packages that, the maker hopes, will bring this technology within reach of a mass audience.
Fleet Management Pros Put the Pedal to the Metal and Head to Orlando
NAFA expects thousands of industry professionals at its annual Institute and Expo (I&E) in Orlando, Fla., April 14-17. The four day event, designed by fleet managers for fleet managers, delivers new information, ideas and important updates on the latest in fleet management.
“NAFA’s I&E is the must attend for all fleet professionals,” said NAFA’s Chief Executive Officer, Phillip E. Russo, CAE. “We offer an expansive expo hall, a hands-on test track for law enforcement professionals and allow members to both investigate the educational program and test for their certifications.”
A sample of events and sessions include the following: READ MORE
Seeking a Better GPS Solution
Northwest Tank serves gasoline companies throughout the west with the highest quality petroleum systems testing and environmental compliance solutions available. They were already using a GPS system to deliver better customer service and drive more efficiency in the field. But Remy Cano, the President of Northwest Tank was looking for a solution that could provide accurate information directly off the engine computer especially with regard to idling, actual fuel used and driver behavior.
Remy's research revealed that traditional black-box systems were not easily able to provide this level of detail without an expensive upgrade that involved taking vehicles out of service and waiting around for installers to show up. So he expanded his search to look for an affordable solution that could be installed quickly, was easy to move around between vehicles and was comprehensive in functionality.
Remy's search led to a few providers that he then put through a comparative analysis. In the end, he chose the Azuga G2 solution based on overall functionality, customer support and willingness to partner on the product roadmap.
A National Safety Epidemic: Cell Phones
Cell phones are creating a national safety epidemic, and the implications for your fleet are huge. And it's important to realize that the device is not the problem.
Lightning Rod Legislative Issues
This must-attend keynote panel at NAFA I&E focuses on the big legislative issues that are impacting fleet today. Panelists from the EPA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and the Department of Energy will all weigh in on what current and upcoming legislation means for fleets.
