The Power of Benchmarking
Erin Gilchrist writes in one of today’s features that “mid-sized fleets often operate with limited visibility, making it harder to control costs, optimize vehicle use, and ensure driver safety” but that benchmarking can level the playing field “by leveraging data from telematics and industry reports.” READ MORE
Work Truck Week 2025 Sizzles!
In today’s second feature, Tod Trousdell shares a wrap-up of this year’s WTW, which he says is prized by fleet managers “as a condensed opportunity to meet every vendor, partner, customer and interested party in their universe.” READ MORE
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RoadFlex and Konexial Partnership Combine Strengths in Fuel Risk Management for Fleets Nationwide
RoadFlex and Konexial, two leaders in fleet technology, have joined forces to deliver an advanced, integrated fuel management solution designed to help fleets reduce costs, prevent fraud, and optimize operational efficiency.
Through automation and real-time analytics, RoadFlex and Konexial enable fleet managers to monitor and control fuel expenses with unprecedented accuracy.
“Our partnership with Konexial marks a significant step forward in automated fleet management,” said Mary Akhavan, Director of Partnerships at RoadFlex. “By integrating fuel expense management with real-time telematics, we’re empowering fleet operators with the tools they need to drive smarter decisions, reduce costs, and eliminate fraud.”
NTEA Releases 18th Edition of Truck Equipment Handbook
NTEA – The Work Truck Association™ released the 18th edition of its Truck Equipment Handbook, a comprehensive pocket guide for commercial vehicle components and equipment.
“NTEA’s Truck Equipment Handbook is a practical, condensed reference guide for work truck industry companies,” said Steve Spata, NTEA senior technical assistance director. “This updated version continues to provide valuable technical insights for both new and experienced industry professionals.”
The new Handbook is available for $15 NTEA members and $29 nonmembers. Contact us (248-489-7090 or [email protected]) to order in bulk. Find more details at ntea.com/handbook.
One of the Biggest Victims of Trump’s Metals Tariffs: The Ford F-150
America’s most popular pickup truck might not be able to outrun President Trump’s new tariffs on steel and aluminum.
The Ford F-150, the top-selling vehicle in the U.S. and the automaker’s main profit engine, is one of the industry’s biggest users of aluminum. The Trump administration reinstated early Wednesday a blanket 25% tariff on steel imports and boosted the levy on aluminum made outside the U.S.
The tariffs are the latest Trump administration trade barrier that threatens to inflate already-high car prices. Together, the metals account for more than half the materials that go into cars, and costs from the tariffs likely will get passed along to car buyers, analysts say. If left in place, they could on average inflate the costs to automakers of building a car by about $400 per vehicle.
Two Popular Panels Return to I&E 2025 to Address Key Industry Challenges and Solutions
Due to popular demand, NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) is bringing back two highly anticipated panel discussions at the 2025 Institute & Expo (I&E), taking place from April 28-30, 2025, in Long Beach, California.
These panels will offer fleet professionals invaluable insights into two critical areas: advancing women in fleet management and mastering the complexities of the upfit lifecycle, with a focus on diversity, inclusion, innovation and future-proofing fleet operations.
"We’re excited to bring these panels back by popular demand to I&E 2025, as they address two key areas that are essential for the future of fleet management," said Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA. "These discussions will provide actionable insights and strategies that fleet professionals can immediately apply to drive innovation, inclusivity and operational excellence within their organizations."
Both of these panels are scheduled for Monday, April 28, 2025.
