Findit Parts Study: 1 in 3 Americans Don’t Know How to Safely Pass Trucks on the Highway
Every year, there are hundreds of thousands of crashes involving large trucks. Driving in a semi-truck's blind spot can lead to serious collisions. The fact that so few people are aware of these blind spots may help explain why 4 out of 5 car-truck crashes are caused by car drivers.
Avoiding these blind spots not only protects you—it also helps keep truck drivers safe, reducing the likelihood of a collision if they need to change lanes suddenly. With so few people able to correctly identify truck blind spots, it's clear that learning about road safety shouldn't end in our teenage years.
Findit Parts surveyed over 1,000 adult drivers to find out what they know (and how they feel) about driving around semis. To read the full article including results of the survey, click here.
Walmart First Major Retailer in North America to Deploy Hydrogen Semi Truck
Walmart Canada continues its march towards a 100% alternative fuel fleet with the deployment of its first hydrogen fuel cell-powered Nikola Tre. The Nikola HFCEV is a Class 8 tractor with a range of about 800 kilometers (over 400 miles) “per tank.”
“We’re proud to be introducing Walmart Canada’s first hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle as a major milestone on our journey to becoming a regenerative company,” said Gonzalo Gebara, president and CEO, Walmart Canada. “This is a first for a retailer in Canada and is an example of how we will continue to push forward, embrace new technology and spark change within the industry.”
AFLA’s 2024/2025 Charity of the Year: The Hourglass Foundation
The Hourglass Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and philanthropic arm of Flexco Fleet Services has been named the Automotive Fleet and Leasing Association’s Charity of the Year.
Kim Davidson, The Executive Director at The Hourglass Foundation said, “Being awarded AFLA Charity of the Year is an incredible honor for us... To be able to shine a light on what The Hourglass Foundation is doing for underserved students, as well as how we are serving our entire automotive ecosystem, is amazing. We are thrilled to have been chosen!”
Fleet Pro Focus: AFLA VP Karyna Zarate of Inframark
By Tod Trousdell, Marketing Consultant
This week we highlight Karyna Zarate of Inframark, a water solutions company with over 3,000 employees and a fleet of 1500 light duty trucks. An industry veteran who’s worn many hats, Karyna’s opinion is most valuable.
What about the fleet industry keeps you up at night?
Protecting our employees is our top priority. There are just so many factors that contribute to the degree of risk when our employees drive, and while I am proud of our safety solution, I am constantly asking if we are doing enough.
Looking at the industry today, what excites you most about fleet?
What excites me the most about fleet is that it fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. No matter what challenges we face, fleet embraces the opportunities to develop the necessary skills to overcome them.
FleetUp and RoadFlex’s Integrated Solution Delivers Modern Fuel Management
FleetUp and RoadFlex, two leading providers of fleet management solutions, have individually built solutions that help fleets save time and money.
Together, the companies have automated fleet expense management and fuel management, from data collection to reporting. Fleet owners and administrators won’t have to worry about fraudulent purchases. Customers who use FleetUp and RoadFlex’s integrated solution will be able to streamline fleet operations through comprehensive fuel risk management, savings automation, and real-time vehicle analytics.
