Safety

Trucking news to related to fleet safety programs that keep drivers, technicians, other employees, and the general public safe. From complying with drivers’ hours of service rules to research and collision-prevention efforts, a well-thought out and executed safety plan can help fleets reduce risk and their overall operating costs.

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Prepare for the 2025 International Roadcheck: Key focus areas for drivers and vehicles
Safety

2025 International Roadcheck is scheduled for May 13-15

March 5, 2025
This year, International Roadcheck will focus on drivers’ records of duty status and tires.
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Safety

Expanding crash preventability

March 3, 2025
FMCSA's accident reporting program is a rare industry win. Its impact and increasing carrier participation are crucial for industry safety.
Jade Brasher | FleetOwner
Francois Theron, deputy CEO of Vitality Drive International, addresses the crowd at Geotab Connect 2025 in Orlando, Florida.
Technology

Motivation is the key to driver improvement

Feb. 27, 2025
Behavioral changing platform, Vitality, in partnership with Geotab proves incentive-based solution can improve driver behavior.
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News

Construction, congestion planned for major Illinois-Kentucky bridge

Feb. 27, 2025
Illinois is restricting the I-24 Ohio River span to a single lane for several construction seasons. Expected congestion will slow crossing trucks that don't take 86-mile detour...
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Safety

Top driving risks in Northern California, Iowa, and Colorado

Feb. 25, 2025
The risk of an accident can vary depending on which state a driver is in. Here are the top risky behaviors, times, and places for Northern California, Iowa, and Colorado.
Eric Van Egeren | FleetOwner
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