A Higher Standard of Driver Training and Accountability
A Higher Standard of Driver Training and Accountability According to a study by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) in 2016, up to 94%-96% of all vehicle accidents are caused by human error. A similar study by the Stanford Law School concluded that around 90% of all vehicle accidents are caused either entirely or […]
Insurability
According to the CDC, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of work-related deaths in the U.S, with up to 41% of those accidents being in the Transportation and Warehousing industry. Maintaining fleet insurance can be difficult without the proper fleet strategies. Let’s talk insurance. Almost every state, except New Hampshire and Virginia, requires commercial […]
Why Safety Technology Alone Isn’t Enough
Driver safety technology has been a godsend to the fleet/driving industry. First, we have the originals: GPS telematics, seat belt sensors, dash cams, and now we have the up-and-coming ADAS, which encompasses a wide array of functions. These functions include: Adaptive Cruise Control Anti-lock Brakes Forward Collision Warning High Beam Safety Systems Lane Departure Warning […]
Emotions and Driving
It only takes a few seconds of distraction away from the road to miss warning signs of danger, potentially resulting in an accident that could cost drivers and innocent bystanders their lives. Emotions and driving go hand-in-hand and affect safety. As much as there is an emphasis on not drinking and driving or texting and […]
Negative Driving Behaviors that Decrease Fuel Efficiency
Earlier this year, the U.S. saw its highest gas prices, surpassing 2008’s all-time high of $4.11 ($5.25 today adjusted for inflation). As a result, fuel savings and efficiency have become more critical than ever. Unfortunately, a good chunk of fuel efficiency is not something the driver can control; however, 17% – 30% of fuel efficiency […]
