Solera’s Adam Danielson to Lead Safety Tech Panel Discussion at ATA SSHR Conference
Adam Danielson, Solera's Director of Business Development, moderates a live panel of three motor carrier representatives as they discuss their safety technology success, how to best implement new technology, getting company buy-in, and what safety technology would benefit their operation in the future.
ATA SSHR Technology Panel • Wednesday, April 5, 11:15–12:15 pm, Booth 405 at Hilton Minneapolis. For more information, click below.
For more information about ATA's 2023 Safety, Security & Human Resources Conference & Exhibition (SSHR), April 4-6, in Minneapolis, MN click below.
Avoid the Worst States for EVs if You Plan to Buy an Electric Vehicle
If you live in Mississippi and are thinking about an electric vehicle, it may be time to reconsider. Unfortunately, your state is one of the worst for EV ownership. With a ratio of 9,275 residents per charger, finding a place to plug in can be difficult. In the entire state, there are just 317 total EV chargers as of 2023.
Another southeastern entity ranks just behind them in third. Kentucky may have one of the best driving roads in America, but it’s not big on EVs. With just 614 charging stations for electric vehicles, the third-worst state has over 7,300 residents per charging station.
Merchants Fleet Names Patrick Mitchell as Manager of Charging Infrastructure
Merchants Fleet is expanding its fleet electrification expertise with the appointment of Patrick Mitchell as manager of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Mitchell will work closely with Vice President of Fleet Electrification and Sustainability Hari Nayar.
“Patrick’s expertise, energy, and vision are tremendous assets to our electrification initiatives,” said Nayar. “He is joining the Merchants team at a pivotal time, where his vast industry knowledge is essential to helping our clients navigate the evolving EV landscape."
The Rest of the Auto Industry Still Loves CarPlay and Android Auto
Last week, General Motors announced that it would be restricting access to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in its future lineup of electric vehicles. And so far, it appears to be alone in that decision. CarPlay and Android Auto are wildly popular.
“We continue to offer Apple Carplay and Android Auto because customers love the capability that enables easy access and control of their smartphone apps — especially our EV customers because some EVs currently do not offer the features,” said Alan Hall, a spokesperson for Ford.
ALD Automotive and ChargePoint Extend Partnership to Simplify EV Charging in Europe
By Dave Bean, FMW Associate Editor
Both fleet managers and drivers of EVs in Europe may have just had their lives on the road made easier after ALD Automotive and ChargePoint announced they are taking their existing business relationship even further by offering a singular electric Mobility Service Provider (eMSP) to simplify the charging process.
With one dedicated app and an accompanying charge card, fleet drivers will not only be able to access an expansive charging network, but critical and necessary reports, such as payments and reimbursements, can also be administered and submitted for processing.
