AI Could Trigger the Next Big Automotive Chip Shortage
Artificial intelligence has been widely adopted across multiple sectors, with applications ranging from productivity tools to more unconventional uses – such as a BMW owner using ChatGPT to generate a custom performance tune.
Mourning Susan Hipp
We at Fleet Management Weekly deeply mourn the loss of our friend, Susan Hipp, the Executive Director of NETS, who passed away earlier this week.
Susan fought a hard and courageous battle against cancer, showing remarkable strength and incredible resilience throughout her journey. Her dedication and leadership have touched many of us in this industry.
Before her passing, NETS “was honored to present Susan with the first annual Susan Hipp Road Safety Award. This award recognizes organizations or individuals for outstanding achievements and accomplishments in road safety—a cause Susan championed passionately.”
Ted Roberts
President
Explaining the Car ‘Kill Switch’ Controversy
A growing social media frenzy suggests that the federal government will soon require a “kill switch” in new cars. In its most extreme form, the claim says it would let government officials deactivate all cars remotely.
Tinker Launches Commercial Offering, Partners with Zevo to Advance Vehicle Safety and Shared Mobility
Tinker Mobility Solutions launches with a full suite of customizable virtual inspections, diagnostics and reporting designed for individual auto owners, rideshare partners, carshare operators, insurance providers and fleets.
Posh Pickup Trucks are Driving Average New Car Prices to New Heights
A new report published by Kelley Blue Book and its parent, Cox Automotive, says that average new-vehicle prices reached an all-time high in the last month of 2025.
