Secrets Revealed: How to Run Successful Data-Driven, Driver Incentive Programs

ATA has reported the driver shortage at more than 50,000 drivers with a potential to rise to 174,000 by 2024. With the average replacement cost per truck driver being approximately $12,000, losing current drivers significantly affects a fleet’s bottom line. For example, a fleet with 200 drivers and 80% driver turnover will have to spend […]

Now More Than Ever: Focus on Distracted Driving

We’re halfway through Distracted Driving Awareness Month and distractions continue to cause collisions on our roads. A soon-to-be released SmartDrive SmartIQ® Beat reports that drivers who speed have a significantly higher propensity to be distracted while driving – more than 2.5x all other drivers. Not surprisingly, topping the list of distractions is mobile phones with food, […]

How Are You Marking Distracted Driving Awareness Month?

Although we should always be aware of distractions while driving, April is a time to take particular note since it’s Distracted Driving Awareness Month. One company that’s using this national event to bring more awareness of distracted driving and safety to its fleet is Penske Logistics, which is introducing the SmartDrive® video-based safety program, the […]