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Work Truck Online provides the most recent news and insights about the light and medium truck market, including SUVs. You'll find detailed research, case studies, and articles from fleet specialists addressing key issues in the work truck industry.

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Automating & Scaling Driver Coaching with Motive’s AI Coach

1 week ago | worktruckonline.com | Wayne Parham

Motive’s recently unveiled AI Coach promises to automate driver coaching and easily scale coaching, thereby saving time for safety professionals. The coaching sessions are delivered through video, hosted by an artificial intelligence (AI) avatar, and personalized to each driver. During Vision 25, the company’s second annual innovation summit, Motive unveiled AI Coach, introduced by Shoaib Makani, co-founder and CEO of Motive.
Fleet 101: Introduction to Work Orders

1 week ago | worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher

What is a work order, and why does it matter so much to your fleet? In this episode of Fleet 101 with insights from Brianna Perry of Fleetio, we dig into the real value of work orders and how digital tools are helping fleets move beyond sticky notes and spreadsheets. From tracking downtime and service duration to managing preventive maintenance and real-time status updates, we cover the nuts and bolts of how work orders keep operations running smoothly.
Leveling the Playing Field for Small Fleets

1 week ago | worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher

Let’s face it. Being a small fleet operator comes with enough curveballs as it is. You’re juggling vehicle needs, driver schedules, and the actual business of running your business, often without the luxury of a full fleet team behind the scenes.
Why 2025 Fleets Still Face the Same Accident Causes

1 week ago | worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher

Despite years of safety innovation and growing awareness around risk, the leading causes of fleet accidents remain largely the same in 2025: driver distraction, speeding, and inexperience. While fleets are investing in better tools and training, there’s still work to do in changing behaviors behind the wheel. Distraction and Speed Remain Leading ContributorsFleets continue to battle familiar challenges: namely distracted driving and excessive speed.
How Fleets Are Using AI, Telematics, and Cameras to Prevent Accidents Before They Happen

1 week ago | worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher

As accident frequency and severity continue to rise in 2025, more fleets are turning to in-cab technology, artificial intelligence, and predictive analytics to shift from reactive to proactive safety strategies. The tools available are evolving rapidly and many fleets are starting to unlock their full potential.
Why Accident Costs Keep Climbing - and What Fleets Can Do About It

1 week ago | worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher

Fleet managers across the country are facing a financial crunch in 2025. Rising repair costs, higher insurance premiums, and complex legal claims are putting more pressure on fleet budgets than ever. Even as fleets invest in safety technology, the cost of each incident continues to grow. Repairs Are More Expensive Than EverNewer vehicles packed with technology are great for safety but expensive for repairs. Even minor damage can quickly drive up costs with advanced systems now standard.
Fleet Training That Works: Best Practices for Building a Safety-First Culture

1 week ago | worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher

Driver safety training isn’t just about checking a box; it’s a core part of reducing collisions, improving performance, and creating a lasting safety culture. As driver turnover rises and vehicle technology changes, fleets adapt their training, coaching, and accountability approaches. Start With the Right FoundationA strong training program doesn’t happen by accident. It takes structure, consistency, and personalization, especially for vocational fleets with high-risk duty cycles.
May Diesel Trends Update

1 week ago | worktruckonline.com | Wayne Parham

According to the most recent report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the national average cost of diesel fuel decreased this week, and three of the five regions also reported lower average prices. The national average price of diesel fuel in the U.S. per gallon decreased by more than 2 cents as of May 12, 2025. The national average price of $3.47 is 37 cents cheaper than at the same time last year. This week, regional average prices decreased in three regions.
NAFA Propels Fleets Forward in 2025 [Photos]

1 week ago | worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher

NAFA Propels Fleets Forward in 2025 [Photos] View Photo Gallery NAFA’s 2025 Institute & Expo (I&E) in Long Beach, California, gathered fleet professionals from across the globe for three days of learning, connection, and hands-on exploration. With the theme “Propel Your Fleet,” the event focused on driving innovation and sustainability in today’s evolving fleet landscape.
Fleet Accidents Are Rising Again, Here's What Fleets Need to Know in 2025

1 week ago | worktruckonline.com | Lauren Fletcher

Accident frequency and severity are on the rise again for commercial fleets. Following a period of relative calm during the pandemic, the return of full traffic volumes, combined with persistent labor shortages and distracted driving, creates a challenging environment for fleet operators. Accident Trends: Post-Pandemic Roads Bring Rising RiskExperts across the fleet industry have seen a measurable increase in accident frequency and severity since 2024.