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The latest developments in fleet technology are putting safety at the forefront.  

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) unveiled its annual “Put the Phone Away or Pay” campaign last month where it highlighted the importance of attentive driving. 

The U.S. trucking industry continues to face a significant challenge: a shortage of drivers. As older drivers retire, fewer younger individuals are entering the profession. The industry is exploring several solutions to address this issue. 

Technology from air brake charging and control system developer Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems now is available to order on select Kenworth Truck Co. vehicles.

Toward the end of the last decade, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration recognized the need to boost adoption of advanced driver assistance systems and in 2020 launched the Tech-Celerate Now initiative to promote awareness and implementation of ADAS.

Fleets can implement simple practices to support their drivers’ health, safety and wellbeing.

As operations work to maximize productivity at every turn, experts note that by integrating technology like telematics or operator assist solutions, facilities can reduce labor costs, while boosting productivity.

Video safety and telematics are becoming standard on many OEMs’ equipment offerings, and drivers have embraced this change as more are being rewarded for good driving behavior.