The Fleet Code

Episoade

• Preparing Your Fleet for Blitz Week 2025 02.05.2025 11min

  Blitz Week might feel like a DOT ambush, but what if it’s really a mirror? In this episode, we break down this year’s CVSA Roadcheck, what’s getting drivers sidelined, and why the scariest part isn’t the inspection – it’s what it reveals.
• The Return on Investing in Your Technicians 03.04.2025 18min

  Investing in your team doesn’t just build skills. It builds loyalty, efficiency and long-term success. In this episode, we explore how ASE certifications can help fleets attract and retain top technicians, improve operational efficiency, and create stronger teams. Plus, learn how Fleetio is stepping up to make these certifications more accessible for the next generation of skilled technicians.
• Replace or Remanufacture? Evaluating Your Lifecycle Strategy 06.03.2025 20min

  Aging vehicles come with rising costs, unexpected downtime, and tough decisions. Do you invest in a replacement or extend the life of your existing assets? We break down the financial and operational factors fleet managers must consider when making the right decision for your fleet.
• Autonomy for the Middle Mile | Future of Fleet 28.08.2024 16min

  Explore the future of fleet management with insights from industry leaders at Isuzu and Gatik as they discuss the development of autonomous vehicles for middle-mile logistics. Discover how this technology is moving the fleet industry forward and what it means for fleet managers today.
• Preparing Your Fleet for Outages and Crises 24.07.2024 13min

  A major outage last week caused by a faulty update from CrowdStrike disrupted global industries, highlighting the fragility of our digital systems. Learn what steps, if any, you can take to prepare your fleet for such unexpected disruptions, ensuring your operations remain resilient and your team stays safe.
• Identifying Inefficiencies in Your Fleet Operation 25.06.2024 9min

  It's hard to identify opportunities for improvement when you're in the trenches. There are so many responsibilities involved with managing a fleet, that you can often feel like you’re doing well by just staying afloat. In this episode, we explore some of the steps that fleet managers can take in order to step back, analyze their current systems and make a measurable difference in their fleet operations.
• Finding Value in Your Fleet Budget 05.12.2023 13min

  Your fleet budget can be an essential tool when it comes to finding ways to track and lower your fleet expenses. In this episode, we go over steps that fleet managers can take to improve budget adherence as well as tips to leverage your historic expense reports to open up additional funds and opportunities in your fleet.
• How to Get Into Fleet Management 24.10.2023 13min

  Are you considering a career in fleet management? We sat down with a recently-hired fleet manager to learn more about his daily responsibilities and to highlight some of the key characteristics of a good fleet manager. In this episode, you'll get tips on how to set yourself apart during the interview process as well as some guidance on how to be successful once you land the job.
• The UAW Strike and its Potential Impact on Fleets 26.09.2023 12min

  Why is the UAW on strike and why should you care as a fleet manager? In this episode, we look into the United Auto Workers strike and how it could end up impacting your fleet operations – as well as some tips on how to prepare your fleet in case the strike spreads to more production facilities.
• Reducing Fleet Operating Costs 25.07.2022 30min

  Many fleets are operating on, or preparing for, a reduced fleet budget due to the current economic uncertainty. In this episode, we sit down with a fleet management consultant to learn more about what fleets should expect in the coming months, and steps they can take to reduce their costs of operation.
• Communicating Fleet to Key Stakeholders 27.06.2022 31min

  Fleet managers often have to communicate the status of their fleet to stakeholders outside of the fleet world. In this episode, we talk with a fleet veteran about what matters to people in leadership and how a fleet manager can use data to better inform those around them.
• The First 90 Days for a New Fleet Manager 23.05.2022 35min

  In his bestselling book, "The First 90 Days," Michael D. Watkins identifies the first three months on the job as a chance to build momentum that carries through the rest of your tenure. In this episode, we discuss how this same principle can be applied to fleet management, and specific actions new fleet managers can take to set themselves up for success.
• Preparing for Seasonal Changes 25.04.2022 27min

  From harsh winters to swarms of insects, each season brings a new challenge for fleet managers trying to ensure continued safety and productivity within their fleet. In this episode, we learn about some of the unique hurdles fleet managers face and some steps you can take to prepare your fleet, no matter the circumstances.
• Implementing New Fleet Technologies 21.03.2022 27min

  As fleets rely more on technology to improve their processes, some fleet managers are discovering the pitfalls of a bad fit or poor rollout. In this episode, we talk about what to look for when finding the right fit in your fleet technology and some step you can take to make its implementation a success.
• Identifying and Mitigating Fleet Risks 20.09.2021 22min

  A comprehensive risk management plan protects drivers, your community, and your company. In this episode, we talk about some of the possible risks facing fleets and ways you can help prevent them through a risk management plan.
• Utilizing VMRS for Maintenance Reporting, Part 2 16.08.2021 29min

  VMRS codes provide fleets of all sizes with a standardized process for maintenance reporting. In this episode, we discuss the implementation process of VMRS and how to get buy-in from your team.
• Utilizing VMRS for Maintenance Reporting, Part 1 26.07.2021 29min

  VMRS codes provide fleets of all sizes with a standardized process for maintenance reporting. Learn about the origins of VMRS and steps you can take to implement it into your fleet maintenance strategy.
• Change Management and Implementation 13.07.2021 25min

  Through proper planning, managers can avoid many of the concerns that come with change. Learn the steps you can take and the questions you should consider when preparing to change or update an existing process.
• CAFS & CAFM Certification Programs 28.06.2021 18min

  Learn how fleet managers can sharpen their skill sets around topics like maintenance management, fuel management and much more through NAFA's CAFS and CAFM Certification Programs.
• Developing a Data-Driven Maintenance Program 07.06.2021 22min

  Learn how fleet managers can use data to build compliant fleet maintenance programs that ensure driver safety and maximize vehicle health and uptime.