Spending long hours on the road, often far from home, can make it challenging for fleet drivers to balance their work responsibilities and personal lives. According to a survey by the American Trucking Association, nearly 80% of drivers reported that their job negatively affects their ability to spend time with family and manage personal tasks. This imbalance can lead to...
Imagine driving down a road filled with potholes, cracks, and uneven surfaces – sounds like a nightmare, right? Unfortunately, this is a reality for many drivers in America. States like California and Rhode Island are notorious for having some of the worst roads in the country. According to recent data, 44% of California's urban roads and 41% of Rhode Island's...
Great news for the trucking industry! The latest report from Trucking HR Canada (THRC) shows a big growth in driver employment. In the first three months of 2024, there were 32,600 more truck drivers employed compared to the same period in 2023. This boosts the total workforce in trucking and logistics to 763,800, which is a significant increase from last year,...
June 28 is National Insurance Awareness Day, a perfect time to think about how important insurance is for keeping fleets safe and running smoothly. It's easy to see insurance as just another cost, but it's actually a key part of managing a fleet. In 2022, there were over 166,000 accidents involving large trucks in the U.S., leading to over 5,000...
Fleet telematics has become a critical component in the transportation industry, offering powerful tools to enhance the management and efficiency of fleets. By integrating GPS, IoT, and data analytics, telematics provides real-time insights and comprehensive oversight of vehicle operations, ensuring that fleets operate smoothly and efficiently. In this post, we’ll explore how telematics plays a key role in ensuring compliance...
Fleet telematics has become an essential technology in modern industries, transforming operations across various sectors. By combining GPS tracking, IoT connectivity, and data analytics, telematics provides real-time insights into vehicle locations, driver behaviors, and overall performance. This technology is crucial for improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing productivity. This post will explore how transportation companies can leverage telematics to optimize...
Telematics could be the playbook a fleet manager's always been missing. Just as a coach has plays and strategies, fleet managers can use telematics to track their key players' (vehicles) performances and make informed decisions. Wondering how to keep tabs on your vehicles and relay crucial information to your team? Telematics uses GPS to show you where each vehicle is...
This April is Stress Awareness Month, emphasizing the importance of mental well-being. While this month is widely recognized in North America and the UK, it's an opportunity for organizations everywhere to address stress in fleet drivers, and the mental pressures they face. Research from road safety charity Brake shows a 6% increase in stress and anger among drivers since the...
In the dynamic world of fleet operations, scalability is not just a buzzword but a critical necessity. As businesses grow, so do their logistical needs, making the ability to scale up fleet operations efficiently crucial for maintaining competitiveness and meeting evolving market demands. Scalability in this context implies the ability to increase fleet size and operational capabilities without proportionate increases...
As we approach January 1, 2024, GoFleet wants its customers to prepare for the implementation of the California Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate. This article provides an overview of what companies need to know about the mandate, its specifics, exemptions, and the benefits of ELDs. What Companies Should Know About the California ELD Mandate The California ELD mandate, set to...
