The Gift of Safety: Promoting a Crash-Free Culture This Holiday Season
By Sarah Bechtold, eDriving
While the holidays bring joy and excitement, they also come with unique risks for fleet operations. Traffic volumes soar as shoppers, travelers, and delivery vehicles converge on the roads.
Add in seasonal hazards like snow, ice, and limited daylight, and the risk of collisions increases significantly. These risks can have an outsized impact. A single crash can lead to costly repairs and downtime, not to mention the potential for injuries or loss of life.
Technology has become an indispensable tool for fleet managers seeking to build a crash-free culture. Driver risk management programs, such as Mentor by eDrivingTM, provide a comprehensive platform to monitor, coach, and support drivers.
What’s the Best Full-Size Pickup Truck of 2024?
Full-size pickup trucks are among the most popular vehicles in the U.S., and it’s not hard to see why. Featuring a compelling mix of versatility and capability, a full-size truck can easily handle your tough tasks — whether that’s hauling equipment to the jobsite or getting the kids to school on time.
To find our favorite full-size truck, Cars.com tested the 2024 Ford F-150, 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2025 Ram 1500 in a variety of evaluations, including towing, hauling payload, real-world fuel economy, acceleration, braking and more.
Here’s how they finished when the scores were tallied: 1. 2024 Ram 1500 Tungsten, 2. 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate
3. 2024 Ford F-150 Platinum
Winter Survival Guide for Drivers: Prepping Your Car for the Cold
If you live in a region with harsh cold and heavy snowfall in the winter, it’s essential to prepare your car for the season. Snowy weather conditions can bring new hazards and challenges to your usual route.
The right tires, proper driving techniques, vehicle upkeep, supplies, and storage considerations can mean the difference between a car that goes the distance and one that always needs service.
According to Goodyear, the best time to swap your all-season tires with snow tires is in November — “from Thanksgiving to Tax Day.” However, it mostly depends on the conditions in your geographic location. Winter tires are designed for temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
EV Battery Prices are Plummeting and That’s Great News for Buyers
EV battery prices are plummeting and that's great news for buyers are plummeting, falling faster than most expected. This year will mark the steepest decline since 2017. With new tech and cheaper alternatives hitting the market, electric vehicles will soon be even more affordable than their gas-powered counterparts.
Electric vehicle prices are quickly closing in on gas-powered cars after the cost of battery packs dropped by 20% in 2024.the cost of EV battery packs fell to $115 per kWh in 2024, its largest drop in seven years. The price drop is due to rising cell production, lower material prices, and cheaper LFP batteries hitting the market.
Mercury Associates Shapes Strategies to Help Each Fleet Adapt and Thrive
(Photo: John Martin, Mercury Associates)
By Fleet Management Weekly Staff
As technology advances and the fleet industry continues to recover post-pandemic, the field of fleet management is rapidly evolving. Electrification mandates and supply chain issues lead fleets to rely on expert consultants to navigate this ever-changing landscape.
We sat down with John Martin, a manager at Mercury Associates, to learn more about how his company is helping fleets navigate a rapidly evolving industry.
"We are...completely independent and vendor-neutral, meaning we don’t resell products or services. This allows us to provide objective, unbiased advice that prioritizes the best interests of our clients. Our expertise spans virtually all aspects of fleet management."
