Navigating Economic Shifts: How Companies Can Approach a Scalable Vehicle Program
By Jon Bernstein, Vice President of Product Management, Motus
At its core, scalability in vehicle programs denotes the system's capacity to accommodate fluctuations in demand or operational scope without compromising performance or incurring excessive costs.
As a company expands, their vehicle programs must scale up accordingly. This expansion involves augmenting resources such as drivers and support systems to meet heightened demand. However, scaling up demands meticulous planning to ensure cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency remain intact.
When selecting a vehicle program, prioritizing scalability is essential. Companies need to look for solutions that can adjust reimbursement rates dynamically, reflecting fluctuating costs and employee driving patterns.
Sofico Kicks Off ‘Miles Retail Program’ with Three New Modules
Sofico, a leading software provider of end-to-end solutions for automotive finance and leasing companies, announces the launch of its new Miles Retail Program.
With Miles Dealer Point of Sales, Miles Showroom, and Miles Customer Self-Serve, automotive finance and leasing companies can now offer their customers a cohesive journey across online and offline channels, tracking interactions in real-time and improving service levels throughout the acquisition process.
“Our new Miles Retail Program marks a significant step forward for the automotive finance and leasing industry,” said Wim Knuts, Program Manager at Sofico. “By integrating retail and fleet operations on one platform, we are providing our clients with the tools they need to deliver a superior service to their customers while streamlining their own operations."
Dead On Arrival: California’s Anti-Speeding Law Falls Flat
Earlier this year, the State of California announced an intention to introduce technology that would alert drivers when they exceeded the speed limit. Had the bill been passed, all new cars, buses, and trucks sold in California would be required to alert the driver when they exceeded the speed limit by 10 mph, starting in 2030.
Governor Gavin Newsom stated that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) "is also actively evaluating intelligent speed assistance systems, and imposing state-level mandates at this time risks disrupting these ongoing federal assessments." Despite the potential to make Californian roads safer, the now-vetoed bill was not without its opponents.
Why Hurricane Floods Can Cause EV Battery Fires
As the Southeastern U.S. is reeling in the wake of Hurricane Helene, authorities are reminding EV owners to be careful if their vehicles have been flooded. If you have an EV that is or was submerged—especially if it is inside of an attached garage — be aware that it is a potential fire risk.
Batteries are designed to be safe in varying conditions, including submersion, so most have seals to prevent any moisture from getting in. But salt water is extraordinarily corrosive. Tesla recommends not driving a car that has been submerged until it is inspected by an authorized repair facility and says that flooded vehicles should be parked 50 feet from any structure.
TSR Launches ‘Direct Vision Transition Guide: An Operator’s Guide to Transforming Fleets for Safety’
Together For Safer Roads (TSR) is proud to unveil its 'Direct Vision Transition Guide: An Operator’s Guide to Transforming Fleets for Safety,'
This guide addresses the issue of blindzones in commercial trucks and offers a roadmap to reducing crashes, fatalities, and injuries by enhancing driver visibility.
It reflects an important surge of activity to make roads safer that is mobilizing public and private fleet operators as well as truck designers and manufacturers.
