Trucking Safety Whitepapers

Location dots aren't intelligence. This practical guide walks fleet leaders through a five-stage connectivity model, a seven-step program framework, and the vendor questions that truly matter — turning trailers from blind spots into fully connected, revenue-protecting assets across the entire operation.

Maintenance is not a back-office function. It directly impacts uptime, delivery reliability, food safety confidence, team capacity, cash flow, and customer experience. PLM Fleet offers these best practices for the shift from reactive maintenance to controlled maintenance.

Looking to cut fuel costs without complicating operations? See how VA Transport used real-time in-cab coaching to cut fuel use by 3.5%. Combined with a solid driver incentive program, in-cab coaching also helped improve safety by cutting harsh maneuvers in half.

Learn how implementing a proactive injury management program can save you money, reduce recordable incidents, streamline processes with one point of contact, and increase satisfaction.

Parking and storage yards are prime targets for cargo theft, a growing crisis impacting stakeholders across the entire supply chain. Download our eBook for insights into evolving theft tactics and proven strategies to strengthen security and keep your cargo safe.

This whitepaper helps fleets boost safety, reduce breakdowns, and control maintenance costs through effective inspections, preventative maintenance, and clear breakdown procedures. It also provides guidance for choosing a trusted repair partner to keep operations running smoothly.

This exclusive report features insights from Eaton's Tim Bauer on how predictive cruise control increases driver speeds and earnings, delivers 7.9% fuel savings and builds trust through responsive feedback systems. Discover the coaching strategies that turn ADAS skepticism into measurable fleet performance gains.

Retail fleets face a productivity vs. safety tug-of-war. Learn how the Geotab open platform aligns these priorities. By integrating predictive safety, smart routing, and proactive maintenance, you create a unified crew that cuts accident costs and boosts operational efficiency.

Driver stress is impacting safety, performance, and retention. This study reveals insights from drivers and fleet professionals on the link between stress and risk. Learn how better scheduling, coaching, and technology can reduce pressure and keep drivers on the road.

While the costs to repair an animal strike can soar over $50,000; fleets feel the regulatory and financial pinch when towable accidents get recorded in the CSA database. Learn 10 cost-effective strategies to prevent towable accidents.

Mastering driver and vehicle maintenance data is essential for enhancing fleet safety and productivity. Discover how telematics can reduce downtime, boost productivity, retain drivers, and maximize your safety program’s value with dynamic, integrated safety data insights. 

If your fleet deals with small but high-frequency vehicle accidents, such as those that occur during backing or close-quarter maneuvering, this complimentary whitepaper will show you how to investigate these crashes and prevent them using defensive driving training. 

Outdated security methods like seed-key exchange leave your fleet vulnerable to cyberattacks, risking critical system control. Discover how to upgrade to stronger protections to safeguard your fleet and operations. Download the National Motor Freight Traffic Association Inc.’s (NMFTA)™ free guide now.

Discover how leveraging data-driven insights can revolutionize your fleet's safety practices. This whitepaper explores key strategies to enhance driver behavior, reduce accidents, and improve compliance, helping you create safer, more efficient transportation operations. 

Ex-Guard monitors the damage and towable accidents of numerous major fleets across the United States. This white paper highlights the 10 specific practices they use that can lead to dramatic decreases in towable accidents – by as much as 80%.

Outdated fleet software puts your company at risk of cyberattacks. One breach can cripple operations and finances. Download the National Motor Freight Traffic Association Inc.’s (NMFTA)™ whitepaper to learn about new threats, vulnerabilities, and solutions for securing your legacy systems.