The City of Virginia Beach (Virginia) council has agreed to increase its fuel budget by $1.35 million to allow city departments to pay for the higher cost of fuel and ensure fleet vehicles continue to operate. The retail cost for regular gasoline has risen to $4.49 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. […]
The Internet of Things will be present in 95% of electronics in the coming years. As a result, interest in and demand for products capable of combining management, control, and monitoring will grow rapidly. The scenario serves as a tip for every supplier, at the very least, to make plans to implement IoT in their […]
Trucking is a cyclical business and after most carriers enjoyed some record financial quarters, the economy seems poised to turn south. The risk of a U.S. recession is now 60% according to consensus estimates. But there are things trucking companies can and should be doing to safely weather any kind of looming economic storm. Be […]
Kodiak Robotics joined IKEA Supply Chain Operations in piloting autonomous freight deliveries in Texas. The partnership includes a Kodiak autonomous heavy-duty truck transporting IKEA products seven days a week between its distribution center in Baytown and its store in Frisco. Kodiak said the main purpose of running the route is to get a better understanding […]
The time to start thinking about the seasonal checks you need to make to prepare your trucks for the winter months is now. The extreme winter conditions only exacerbate underlying problems that may go unnoticed up to a light comes on, and your truck is sidelined. Regular and precise maintenance will save you a lot […]
With new vehicle advancements being rolled out every year, the current fleet industry is nothing like its predecessors. Telematics, EVs, and a fresh demand for parts has kept the industry moving at an unprecedented pace. To get a better grasp of the current state of the fleet industry, leaders in the field discuss what we […]
Fuel is the biggest expenditure for efficient fleet management. A custom fuel management system is the perfect solution to understand gas consumption within your fleet. Many fleet managers are incorporating fuel management systems into their daily operations. Leveraging telematics technology offers valuable insights into fuel usage and allows you to optimize this asset across the […]
The Propane Education & Research Council’s Alternative Fuel Tax Credit was recently passed by the U.S. Congress as part of the Inflation Reduction Act, 2022. PERC said it encourages fleet operators to take advantage of the tax credit. Propane autogas fleet operators who apply for the tax credit will be able to claim a credit […]
The professionals needed to repair heavy-duty trucks and commercial vehicles require a set of skills distinct from the “grease monkeys” of 40 years ago. It’s time the industry pivots to reflect this change, say those closest to the issue. The industry faces a looming question: How will it train enough technicians on alternative-fuel engines, battery-electric […]
The environmental impact of gasoline-powered vehicles is staggering. One-fifth of global carbon dioxide emissions come from the transportation sector, and road vehicles account for 74.5 percent of transportation emissions worldwide. If you’re still using paper forms or other cumbersome systems to keep your fleet running, there’s a better way. Fleet management technology, which includes everything […]
