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Driver coaching and scorecarding
Drivers disapprove of in-cab-facing cameras, laud road-facing cameras
Drivers say they greatly benefit from road-facing cameras. As auxiliary cameras on the sides and backs of trucks become more widely available, they could see the same reception from drivers as an additional source of visibility and exoneration tool.
September 12, 2023
Telematics providers improve AI accuracy to combat risky driving behaviors
Gary Johnson of Motive said it's important for telematics providers to consistently update and innovate with their systems to track these events and alert drivers and operators to unsafe commercial driving behaviors that lead to accidents and fatalities.
August 9, 2023
Silence the new normal while driving?
Mental health experts point out the benefits of conversation while insurers, fleets and parents take action to limit or even end cell phone use on the road.
July 20, 2023
Technology
Data shows technology helps commercial fleets improve safe driving behaviors
Overall risky driving behavior among fleets using the Lytx platform decreased in 2022 even as miles driven increased, resulting in a significant drop in collisions per mile traveled in 2022 compared to 2019.
May 30, 2023
Telematics
Auxiliary cameras provide holistic view of accidents, incidents
With rear-end and side-impact collisions accounting for roughly 54% of all vehicle crashes, dash cameras don’t show the whole picture, so fleet solutions providers Konexial and Lytx both recently released auxiliary cameras to bridge the gap.
April 11, 2023
Safety
Report shows safety ranks behind revenue growth, minimizing expenses
The Motive State of Safety report shows 95% of respondents said driver safety is a priority, but 40% said their fleets are underinvested in driver safety initiatives and technology.
April 4, 2023
Driver coaching and scorecarding
AI-enabled dashcams can help fleets reduce insurance costs
AI cameras go beyond exoneration in the event of an accident to help fleets improve driver safety scores and in effect lower insurance premiums, which are heavy hitters to a fleet’s bottom line.
April 4, 2023
Driver coaching and scorecarding
Eco-driving coaching can improve driver safety performance
A recent study by commissioned by Natural Resources Canada found that a 1% increase in the use of eco-driving technique cruise control is associated with a 3% reduction in the odds of a hard-braking event, which can reduce the odds of having a collision.
March 23, 2023
Driver management
Custom driver apps have become must-have tech
Custom mobile apps are available to most fleets without the expensive IT resources and extended timeline that have traditionally kept them out of reach for most carriers.
March 22, 2023
Driver coaching and scorecarding
Safe Fleet's MobileMule AI video provides driver privacy and critical safety data
With Safe Fleet's new MobileMule AI, drivers get privacy through two video modes while fleets can continue to monitor for safe driving behavior. Safe Fleet also rolled out its wireless rearview camera and shelving for box truck and vans.
March 10, 2023
Technology
EpicVue launches expanded platform to engage drivers
The new EpicVue+ includes a dedicated fleet channel and an interactive training platform in addition to traditional TV content at a reduced rate.
March 6, 2023
Technology
Predictive analytics offers different approach to driver safety training
Machine learning is taking things a step farther with predictive analytics to help carriers not only mitigate accidents but potentially prevent them altogether.
March 2, 2023
Technology
How AI can help drivers by predicting and preventing collisions
AI camera company Nauto CEO Dr. Stefan Heck joins CCJ's 10-44 this week to talk about the benefits of AI cameras to fleets and truck drivers.
February 3, 2023
Technology
Idelic launches Idelic Insurance Agency to offer coverage for commercial fleets
The company provides customizable insurance for commercial fleets based on their adoption and results from using the Idelic Program, which includes Safety Suite and Driver Safety Playbook that provides proactive risk insights.
January 23, 2023
Technology
Survey: 56% of passenger car drivers feel unsafe beside trucks
The survey found that agressive driving behavior and cellphone usage are among passenger car drivers' top concerns when it comes to safety among fleets, and a majority thinks video-based safety systems can help.
December 14, 2022
Driver coaching and scorecarding
AI safety technology aims to flip the script on driver coaching
A recent Netradyne survey of small- to medium-sized fleets shows that 69% have considered imposing monetary fines to address negative driving behavior, but Netradyne is trying to change that narrative with AI that reinforces positive driving behavior.
December 9, 2022
Driver coaching and scorecarding
Using technology to transform safety from a cost center to a cost saver
Technology can help combat rising operational costs, but technology alone isn't enough. Netradyne talks about how fleets can use technology to implement better safety programs without additional costs.
November 29, 2022
Technology
In-cab technology investments may not be enough to prevent accidents
Trucking companies should consider becoming involved at the high-school level to improve driver education curriculums in an effort to improve safety on the roadways.
October 11, 2022
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