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A thermometer with a high reading, and traffic behind it on a hot day. Words say the title of the article "Hot Weather Driving Tips for Fleet Drivers: 2025 Edition."
Articles•by Judie Nuskey•May 22, 2025

Hot Weather Driving Tips for Fleet Drivers

As we head into another potentially extreme summer season, the risks for fleet drivers remain high, from engine strain and tire blowouts to unpredictable traffic patterns. An expert shares advice on how fleet drivers can boost their safety during the steamy summer months.

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Articles•April 15, 2025

Measuring What Matters: A Personal View on Fleet Safety

Blending data with day-to-day experience can move safety from policy to practice.

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Articles•October 7, 2024

Should You Check Mobile Phone Records After a Fleet Vehicle Crash?

Obtaining phone records hinges on whether the phones are company-owned and your state’s subpoena and consent laws. However, there are workarounds and best practices to help.

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A person's hands hold onto a steering wheel while driving with the words "Top 4 Fleet Safety Policies" in the foreground.
Articles•August 22, 2024

4 Policies Every Fleet Safety Program Should Have

Fleet safety policies are crucial for establishing expectations, rules, procedures, and punishments. Here's how to turn your fleet's policies into a formal safety program.

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Articles•August 13, 2024

Distracted Driving: Managing Inattention Blindness

When your drivers are distracted, they're aware of fewer risks even if they’re looking right at them. Use these strategies to train drivers to avoid inattention blindness.

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News•by Christy Grimes•February 26, 2024

February 2024 Fleet Safety Roundup

A look at some of the latest safety news in the fleet industry, including a new partnership between a video telematics provider and safety organization, a company acquisition, updates by IIHS to crash testing criteria, and more.

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News•by Staff•January 8, 2024

Ford Pickups Recalled for Possible Rear Axle Hub Bolt Break, Air Bag Deactivation [Updated]

The rear axle hub bolt recall affects an estimated 112,965 Ford F-150s. The air bag recall affects an estimated 17,970 Ford F-150 trucks, Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550 trucks, and F-600 chassis cabs.

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News•by News/Media Release•December 8, 2023

IIHS Requests Automakers, Fleet Operators to Promote Speed Limiters

IIHS is calling on automakers, regulators, and fleet operators to promote technologies to help curb an epidemic of speeding.

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Articles•July 25, 2023

How Fleet Drivers Can Take Charge of Their Safety

There are several steps fleet drivers can take to enhance their own safety ranging from tire maintenance to understanding brake systems, from guarding against carjacking to stowing away the cell phone.

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Articles•by Judie Nuskey•July 18, 2023

How to Safely Handle Common Highway Driving Challenges

Numerous fleet drivers log thousands of miles on highways and interstates. An expert shares knowledge about common highway driving situations from the advantages and disadvantages of traveling in any given lane to a reminder about Move Over laws.

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