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2 weeks ago | 
gomotive.com | Raj Beri |Beth Geraci |Breana Tobias |Kendall Germain
I’ve always believed that “you get what you inspect.” And when it comes to driver safety, that principle holds more weight than ever. Measuring driver performance through a well-designed driver safety score can influence habits, promote accountability, and create a culture where safety becomes second nature. A safety score isn’t just about tracking behavior. It’s a tool for identifying trends, correcting unsafe habits, and recognizing progress.
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1 month ago | 
gomotive.com | Beth Geraci |Kendall Germain |Rob Carpenter |Raj Beri
The trucking and logistics industry is advancing rapidly. Rising costs, labor shortages, and compliance pressures are making it harder than ever for fleet managers to run safe, efficient, and profitable businesses. The good news? AI is delivering real, measurable ROI for fleets today. While billions have been poured into AI investments across industries, computer vision has emerged as the game-changer in fleet management — reducing accidents, cutting costs, and optimizing performance.
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1 month ago | 
gomotive.com | Rob Carpenter |Kendall Germain |P. Sean Garney |Beth Geraci
Every year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) conducts a series of safety enforcement initiatives to identify unsafe vehicles and drivers, reduce crashes, and promote compliance with federal regulations. For these blitzes, which take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, thousands of inspectors conduct roadside inspections, review driver records, and assess vehicle conditions. For fleets, these initiatives can be a make-or-break moment.
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1 month ago | 
gomotive.com | Rob Carpenter |Beth Geraci
When it comes to fleet management, the legacy approach to vehicle maintenance – preventive maintenance – has long been the industry standard. However, while preventive maintenance programs rely on scheduled service intervals, such as oil changes every 10,000 miles, they operate on fixed timelines that don’t often reflect a vehicle’s real condition. This can lead to costly maintenance expenses and overlooked issues that snowball into extensive downtime.
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2 months ago | 
gomotive.com | Kendall Germain |Beth Geraci |Rob Carpenter
Fleet management has evolved beyond simple GPS tracking and vehicle diagnostics. Today, video telematics is reshaping how businesses track their fleets, improve safety, and optimize efficiency. By combining video technology with real-time telematics data, fleet managers can gain unparalleled visibility into driver behavior, road conditions, and vehicle performance. This guide explains what video telematics is, how it works, and the benefits it brings to fleet operations.
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2 months ago | 
gomotive.com | Raj Beri |Ling H. Lee |Rob Carpenter |Beth Geraci
Investing in AI dash cams is a powerful step toward becoming a safer, more productive fleet. However, the real challenge lies in gaining buy-in from your drivers. Many drivers have concerns about privacy, feeling micromanaged, or impacts on their day-to-day experience. Addressing these concerns thoughtfully and proactively is key to building dash cam acceptance. Let’s explore how to guide dash cam conversations and inspire your team to embrace this life-saving technology.
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Jan 21, 2025 | 
gomotive.com | Beth Geraci |Breana Tobias |Kendall Germain |Rob Carpenter
The second annual safety workshop promises more great insight from Motive safety experts and a chance to connect with your peers. In any industry, safety is the foundation of success, and commercial transportation is no exception. To help safety leaders drive meaningful change at their organizations, we developed the Motive Safety Leader Bootcamp last year — and it’s back this April at VIsion 25: The Motive Innovation Summit.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
gomotive.com | Ling H. Lee |Beth Geraci |Rob Carpenter |Kendall Germain
When severe collisions happen, every second counts. For every minute that first responders arrive faster, survival rates . Rapid emergency response can mean the difference between life and death, especially for commercial drivers in remote areas or transporting hazardous materials. Recognizing this critical need, Motive partnered with RapidSOS to create First Responder, a first-of-its-kind feature designed to expedite emergency assistance and save lives.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
gomotive.com | Beth Geraci |Rob Carpenter |Kendall Germain |Ling H. Lee
Year after year, construction workers face growing risk on the job, and fatal injuries in the industry remain alarmingly high. According to newly released data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the construction industry recorded 1,075 fatalities in 2023 — more than any other industry. It was the most construction deaths since 2011. Falls, slips, and trips accounted for 421 of these fatalities (39.2%). Transportation incidents accounted for 240 more (22%).
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Jan 8, 2025 | 
gomotive.com | Beth Geraci |Jenn Goddu
In today’s trucking industry, technology is changing how fleets operate. Truck telematics is a powerful tool that gives fleet managers real-time information about their vehicles. This blog covers everything you need to know about truck telematics, including how it works, its benefits, and why more trucking businesses are relying on it. Truck telematics integrates telecommunications, GPS technology, and vehicle diagnostics to manage and optimize truck fleets.
