Building a successful driver incentive program to retain your drivers
To show appreciation to their drivers throughout the year, carriers are developing incentive programs. These can take several forms, and are instrumental in rewarding the contributions of your team, as well as attracting and retaining the best drivers in the current context of driver shortage. Why [...]
Understanding Hours of Service in Canada
Regulations on hours of service help keep all road users safe by setting limits on driving time and requiring minimum rest periods for heavy vehicle drivers. Tired drivers pose a greater risk to their own safety and that of others. These rules apply to both truck drivers, who must comply with them, [...]
How Telematics Can Help Reduce Insurance Premiums and Promote Safety
Over the last few years, carriers have seen their insurance premiums climb—up 12% from 2017 to 2018, according to the latest American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) study. Specialized carriers, such as tankers or oversize load trucks, also pay more due to the increased risks associated wi [...]
Key Steps and Tips for Effective ELD Implementation
Before getting to the meat of the matter and talking about implementation, let’s take a look at the stage that comes just prior—choosing your electronic logging device (ELD). You have undoubtedly already assessed the various options available to you based on your needs, budget, and goals. Used, amo [...]
CVSA’s Brake Safety Week
Checking brake system components is always part of the roadside inspection process; however, inspectors will be paying special attention to brake hoses/tubing during this year’s Brake Safety Week scheduled, Aug. 23-29 in North America. [...]
Using telematics to strengthen your safety culture
Does your company have a safety strategy? For many carriers, this is one of the most important aspects of fleet management. Having drivers that adopt safe behaviors, in addition to having well-maintained vehicles, favors efficiency and optimizes operations. Fortunately, technology can help to proac [...]