Tag Archives: commercial auto insurance

Dash Cams Are Great for Exoneration, But Can They Catch Everything?

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Mike Demele

For decades, commercial fleets have been using telematics to track their vehicles and in more recent years to measure and report unsafe driving behaviors like harsh acceleration, braking and cornering. Most would agree that fleet telematics was the first wave … Continue reading →

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Why an Engineered Solution is Always Better for Fleet Safety

Posted on March 14, 2025 by Joel Gattoni

When it comes to fleet safety, prevention will always be better than reaction. This is especially true for distracted driving, a problem that continues to put lives, businesses, and reputations at risk. Many companies rely on notification based systems that … Continue reading →

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The Risks of Inconsistently Applied Fleet Safety Programs

Posted on February 11, 2025 by Joel Gattoni

Fleet safety is more than a buzzword—it’s a critical responsibility. Partially implementing a fleet safety program, where only some drivers are protected, can expose your company to significant financial, legal, and reputational risks. This article explores why protecting your entire … Continue reading →

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2025 Trends in Fleet Management and Automotive Technology

Posted on January 14, 2025 by Ted Chen

As we kick off 2025, the fleet management and automotive industries are seeing a combination of technological advancements and changes in the market. Key trends include collision avoidance technology, integration of advanced telematics solutions, a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) … Continue reading →

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The Dangers of Multitasking While Driving for Fleets

Posted on January 13, 2025 by Alan Mann

The ability to multitask while driving is typically seen as an asset, allowing people to get more done in less time. In the business environment, constant interruptions are the norm. Today, constant exposure to electronic devices leads us to believe … Continue reading →

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Applying the Heinrich Pyramid Theory to Fleet Safety

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Alan Mann

What is Heinrich’s Pyramid of Accident Severity? Developed in the 1930s by an insurance professional named Herbert Heinrich who studied about 75,000 accidents, his theory has become a foundational concept in occupational health and safety. Heinrich found that there is … Continue reading →

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Why Most Rear End Collisions Are Caused By Mobile Device Distraction

Posted on June 9, 2024 by Alan Mann

Rear end collisions are the number one cause of auto claims. For fleet safety programs, avoidance of rear end collisions should be a primary focus. In a rear end collision, the car that makes contact with the vehicle in front … Continue reading →

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4 Best Articles We Have Read Recently on Distracted Driving

Posted on April 11, 2024 by Alan Mann

As part of our Distracted Driving Awareness Month blog series, we’ve scoured the web to bring you the most insightful and impactful articles on this critical issue. From exploring the troubling rise of distracted driving to proposing innovative solutions and … Continue reading →

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How Cell Phones Present the Three Types of Distracted Driving

Posted on April 3, 2024 by Alan Mann

Cell phone use in modern society has become almost as vital as breathing. However, this device can become lethal when used behind the wheel. Distracted driving takes various forms, each contributing significantly to accidents and fatalities worldwide. This blog post … Continue reading →

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Fleet Guide to Captive Insurance

Posted on March 26, 2024 by Alan Mann

All fleets are experiencing a growing challenge with the cost and availability of fleet insurance. In normal market conditions, premium costs are usually determined by the fleet’s loss history. The better your safety record is, the lower your insurance cost … Continue reading →

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