New ‘Protected Intersection’ Design Looks Awful, But Actually Makes Sense
According to the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO), a New York study found fewer car-cyclist conflicts occurred at protected intersections compared to those with a dedicated turning lane and specific bike signals.
The Dutch-style junction isn't a European exclusive. Some U.S cities have already given the unconventional layout a try, and the hits don't lie because there are fewer of them. At a protected junction, the islands force cars to go around the new safety zone. Although the primary focus is to offset bicycle traffic from vehicle traffic, the separated berth provides additional protection and safety for pedestrians, strollers, wheelchairs, etc.
Q2 White Metal Market Report: Used Wholesale Vehicle Market Settles In
By Bill Bishop, SVP of Sales and Marketing, FLD Remarketing
Over the years that our team at FLD Remarketing has been compiling our quarterly White Metal Market Report, the fleet space – and more appropriately, the used vehicle market - has certainly seen its share of ups and downs.
Now, after what seems like one challenge after the next – lack of available vehicles, supply chain snafus, industry consolidation – I’m happy to report that things may be returning to some semblance of normal.
Looking at the used market at the half-way point of Q2, supply remains “snug” as new vehicle availability is not back to pre-pandemic levels and fleets continue to hold on to used assets until they’re certain they can get new ones.
How AI and Predictive Intelligence Can Benefit Your Fleet
Data-driven machine learning can bring huge benefits to your fleet, including predictive intelligence and improvements in interactions with your customers.
A Changed Fleet Environment
In Fleet Pro Focus this week we feature Tod Trousdell’s compelling interview with talented fleet veteran Matt Craig, Fleet Director at Helios Fleet Solutions. Matt gives us his views on the current state of the fleet industry and the specific challenges his fleet is facing. (Editor’s note: Great photo of the Craig family!)
And speaking of challenges in the fleet industry, Lukas Neckermann of Neckermann Strategic Advisors and Mark Thomas of Ridecell are hosting a webinar on Thursday, June 13, 11 AM, EDT. They say, “If you provide leasing or financing solutions for a vehicle fleet, your world is changing.” Indeed. Register here Building Customer Satisfaction in a Changed Fleet Environment
Enjoy the issue and do check in with Fleet Management Weekly for daily updates.
Janice Sutton
Editor in Chief
Huge Savings from AI-Based Driver Coaching
One of Prophecta’s fleet clients was pleased to see savings of nearly 40% from AI-based driver coaching, and great incentives made sure their drivers were happy with the process.
