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6 days ago | 
worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher
Here’s what’s moving in the fleet world this week, all in 60 seconds or less. Join Lauren Fletcher for a fresh Truck Chat Quick Hit, covering the need-to-know updates for fleet managers and industry pros. Disaster Prep Isn’t Optional: Wild weather doesn’t wait, and neither should your plan. Learn how tech, training, and a little proactive hustle can help disaster-proof your fleet before the next emergency hits. Accidents Are on the Rise: The latest 2025 data shows fleet crashes trending up again.
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6 days ago | 
worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher
When we think about the challenges work truck fleets face (driver shortages, rising fuel costs, new regulations, etc.) natural disasters don’t always top the list. But they should. From hurricanes to wildfires to severe winter storms, the impact of extreme weather on our industry is growing. And it doesn’t care if your fleet is large or small, urban or rural. That’s why we’re tackling it head-on in our Summer 2025 issue with our first-ever Disaster Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Guide.
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1 week ago | 
worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher
In this episode of Truck Chat, we’re diving into the biggest fleet stories from May 2025 — from disaster readiness and rising accident costs to EV strategy, upfit advice, and inspiring leadership journeys. If you manage work trucks or vans, this is your monthly must-watch recap. Can't Miss Headlines as of May 2025:What Really Happens After Disaster Strikes – In the first 48 hours, fleets face communication breakdowns, fuel shortages, and grid failures.
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1 week ago | 
worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher
In this episode of Fleet Legends, sponsored by Legend Fleet, we sit down with Sam Lamerato, a true pioneer in public fleet management with over 40 years of experience, countless accolades, and a legacy that continues to shape the industry.
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1 week ago | 
worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher
Here’s what’s moving in the fleet world this week, all in 60 seconds or less! Join Lauren Fletcher as she breaks down the latest fleet headlines in this Truck Chat Quick Hit, spotlighting the biggest updates for fleet managers and industry pros. Mixed-Energy Fleets Are on the Rise: Gas, diesel, electric, alt fuels: fleets are officially mixing things up. WEX’s latest survey shows how more operations are integrating multiple fuel types and what it takes to do it without driving your team nuts.
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1 week ago | 
worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher
What if you could train automotive mechanics safely, efficiently, and without the need for a physical car? Purpose Auto is making that possible with its groundbreaking Virtual Reality (VR) training program, designed to tackle the industry's biggest challenge: the growing gap between the number of vehicles on the road and the shortage of skilled mechanics.
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1 week ago | 
worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher
When a disaster hits, preparation is everything. For light- and medium-duty truck fleets, even a minor disruption can ripple into delayed deliveries, damaged assets, and increased risk to drivers. Whether it’s hurricanes, wildfires, or flooding, fleet managers need plans in place and Road Ready Solutions Inc. has outlined a solid framework worth adopting. Their recommendations cover everything from stocking trucks with emergency kits to post-incident recovery planning.
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1 week ago | 
worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher
Ex-Guard brought the tough talk to the NAFA Institute & Expo, showing off its lineup of high-quality grille guards: now built specifically for heavy-duty pickup trucks. Known for protecting semis across billions of miles, Ex-Guard is taking its experience to the fleet world with the FX50BG3 Truck Guard, designed for heavy-duty Chevy, GMC, and Ford Super Duty models. During a walkaround at the booth, Adam Roorda, head of marketing at Ex-Guard, broke down the features that set this guard apart.
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2 weeks ago | 
worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher
🎯 Axe throwing. In a van. With your favorite fleet people. We’re calling that a bullseye. We’re turning things up a notch on Thursday evening at Work Truck Exchange, and trust us, you won't want to miss it. Legend Fleet Solutions is rolling up in their van with an axe-throwing demonstration, bringing the energy and showing off the damage fleet vehicles take (and how their materials stack up). And to crank up the fun?
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2 weeks ago | 
worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher
What happens when the one asking all the tough questions finally gets put in the hot seat? In this episode of "Interviewing the Interviewer," we sit down with Erin Gilchrist, VP of Fleet Evangelism at IntelliShift and the voice behind the Straight Talk on Fleet podcast. Erin is known for her deep dives into fleet strategy, leadership, and sustainability, but this time we turn the tables and get her perspective on the biggest shifts happening in the fleet world today.
