Invaluable Experiences with AFLA
For corporate fleet manager Emily Garza, being an AFLA member has been an invaluable experience, and the same is true for her work with the AFLA Conference Task Force.
BMW, Amazon Web Services Collaborate on Vehicle Data Software
BMW-Amazon Web Services software collaboration will collect and analyze connected-vehicle data to expedite development of new features.
The software is designed to aggregate vehicle data from multiple sources to expedite development of features and enhance software life cycle management. The software will also provide after-sale vehicle and driver-personalization features via over-the-air updates, Amazon said.
Most automakers have for years understood the value of data to their business, said Alex Oyler, director automotive technology research and consulting firm at SBD Automotive.
Zero Emission Isn’t Only for Big Fleets
Some may believe the move to cleaner transportation will leave out owner-operators and small fleets because the costs of alternative vehicles and clean diesel trucks are prohibitive. But the zero-emission movement isn't leaving out small businesses.
Last week, along with folks from Daimler and Cummins, I participated in an event for Amazon where we got to speak in front of owner-operators and small fleets about these very topics.
Moving goods in North America has always involved a huge number of small businesses. Based on that, I think it is way too soon to count out small fleets and owner-operators simply because trucking is moving into a more sustainable future.
This Technology Stops Dangerous Phone Use and Minimizes Transportation Risk
Phones are the biggest risk on the road today, and that’s why LifeSaver Mobile created a much-needed technology to minimize transportation risks for your organization.
Road Safety: Put the Phone Down
There were nearly 43,000 fatalities on the roads last year, many of them due to distracted driving, and that’s just not acceptable. It’s important to remember that the fleet industry is uniquely positioned to make our roadways safer.
