Automotive Fleet

How are global trends in artificial intelligence, electrification, and autonomous technology shaping the future of fleet management? In this Fleet Forward Conference 2026 session, industry experts explore how developments around the world are influencing fleet operations in the U.S. From AI-driven routing and predictive maintenance to evolving energy strategies and vehicle technology, the discussi...

What does the next evolution of fleet management look like as autonomous vehicles move closer to widespread deployment? During the 2026 Fleet Forward Conference (FFC), industry leaders from Element Fleet Management and Inspiration Mobility Group discuss how autonomous technology is reshaping fleet operations and what fleet managers should know as the industry evolves. The session, "The Next E...

Could the key to lowering your fleet’s total cost of ownership already be sitting in your parking lot?  Watch the full webinar, “Fleet Strategy 2026: How to Navigate Uncertainty Without Adding Cost”:  https://www.automotive-fleet.com/webinars/fleet-strategy-2026-how-to-navigate-uncertainty-without-adding-cost?sti=podcast   With vehicle acquisition, fuel, maintenance, and operating costs remaining...

As fleets collect more data than ever, AI could give fleet managers a faster way to turn that information into actionable decisions — but knowing how to ask the right questions will be critical. In this interview, Chris Brown speaks with Bradley Northrup of the City of Carlsbad, Calif., about the potential for artificial intelligence to transform fleet management. Northrup oversees a municipal fle...

Vehicle uptime has become one of the biggest competitivedifferentiators in fleet management. In this episode of Automotive Fleet on the Move , Darren Bradshaw, senior vice president of Mopar North America, discusses how Stellantis is using connected vehicle technology, vehicle healthreports, AI, and remote diagnostics to help fleets minimize downtime and improve the service experience. Bradshaw al...

As fleets adopt telematics, connected vehicles, AI, andelectrification, managing data is becoming a discipline of its own. Rather than expecting fleet managers to analyze multiple software platforms while overseeing day-to-day operations, some organizations are creating dedicatedfleet analytics roles to translate data into actionable decisions. In this edition of Automotive Fleet on the Move ,Chri...

Fleet operations generate thousands of transactions every month, but data alone does not drive results. Ramel Lindsay, vice president and sales leader for US Bank Voyager, explains how fleet leaders can move beyond spreadsheets and raw transaction reports to uncover meaningful insights, identify cost-saving opportunities, and communicate performance more effectively to senior leadership. 🚗 Check...

As fleet management becomes more strategic, Union Leasing is entering a new chapter with its rebrand to Moventum. In this edition of the State of the Fleet Industry video series, Automotive Fleet speaks with Moventum President Mark Hogland about the company’s transition from Union Leasing to Moventum and what the rebrand means for clients, employees, and the future of fleet management. Hogland exp...

Managing fleet operations in the oilfield industry comes with unique challenges — from vehicle maintenance and compliance to driver safety in remote locations and across multiple jurisdictions. In this edition of the State of the Fleet Industry video series, Chris Brown speaks with James Victory of NOV (National Oilwell Varco) about managing a fleet of more than 3,000 power units and trailers supp...

Fleet operators today face a new reality regarding growing legal exposure. In this episode of Automotive Fleet On the Move, Coca-Cola Bottling Company United discusses its approach to risk in an environment where accidents can quickly turn into costly claims. The conversation explores how the company is strengthening driver behavior, leveraging technology, and building processes designed to reduce...

In this segment of AF on the Move, Chris Brown talks fleet upfitting and delivery solutions with Anew Solutions CEO and founder Austin Schutte, who has led the business for nearly a decade. In this video: Schutte's history and the origin of his introduction to the fleet world The launch of his upfit facility and OEM dropshipping Speed to completion and its process, why it matters, and title/delive...

In this Automotive Fleet on the Move interview, John Poindexter, founder and CEO of JB Poindexter & Co., shared how his company is approaching growth across its multiple divisions, with each introducing new products or concepts as part of its ongoing expansion. A major development has been the acquisition and integration of its ambulance division, Demers Braun Crestline Medix (DBCM). While con...

In this Automotive Fleet on the Move video, the conversation centers on one of the most consistent contributors to fleet incidents: mobile device distraction. Rather than relying solely on policies or post-incident coaching, fleets are exploring ways to remove the distraction altogether by limiting phone use while the vehicle is in motion. Lifesaver Mobile is one example of this approach, designed...

Following several years of pent-up demand driven by supply chain disruptions, the commercial truck market is entering a new phase that is defined less by shortages and more by uncertainty. We caught up with Charles Bowles of Commercial Truck Trader, who described how recent demand for replacements has largely been met. At the same time, external factors such as tariffs (yes, still tariffs!) and ge...

As costs and complexity escalate, Merchants Fleet’s CEO outlines how fleets must rethink uptime and TCO to drive business performance. In this edition of the State of the Fleet Industry video series, Chris Brown speaks with  @merchantsfleet  CEO Matt Dyer about what it really means for fleet to operate beyond a cost center and as a revenue driver in 2026. With higher costs, longer repair cycles, a...

In this Automotive Fleet on the Move interview, Charles Matthew, director of acquisitions at  @merchantsfleet  , outlines the current state of fleet supply and why now is a critical moment for planning. While conditions have stabilized in some areas, pressure points remain. Hybrid vehicles are still constrained, cargo van demand is rising quickly, and upcoming EPA regulations could significantly i...

Automotive Fleet’s Chris Brown connects with Cesar Ayala, fleet manager at O’Connell Landscape Maintenance, to discuss his journey from military fleet operations to the civilian sector, where he now manages a large, diverse fleet across Southern California. Ayala oversees more than 460 vehicles, from sedans to heavy-duty trucks, supporting a wide geographic footprint. He shares insights into in-ho...

Video telematics has already transformed fleet safety, but according to Lytx CEO Chris Cabrera, the industry is only getting started. In this Automotive Fleet on the Move interview, Cabrera explains how the market is evolving from front-facing cameras into full 360-degree vehicle visibility, giving fleets more tools to protect drivers, assets, and the public. He also discusses how AI is helping fl...

In a conversation with Chris Brown of Automotive Fleet, Bob Adamski, fleet manager at AWP Safety, shares how his 5,500-vehicle fleet is navigating renewed fuel volatility. With more than 30 years in the fleet industry, Adamski has a message for fleets: “Don’t panic.” Adamski encourages fleets to use rising fuel costs as a catalyst to more easily justify initiatives such as idle reduction, route op...

At ‪@Geotab‬ Connect 2026, Chris Brown of Automotive Fleet spoke with David Glines, Director of Product Management – Technology Products at Wheels about emerging technologies that are reshaping how fleets manage driver safety and data. Artificial intelligence is playing a major role in that shift. Instead of assigning generic safety training programs, new systems can analyze driver behavior and au...

When multi-location, multi-brand trades organizations — including those backed by private equity — inherit fleets, they can feel like a difficult-to-manage cost center. Here’s the solution: standardization. Standardizing vehicle selectors and upfit packages reduces costs and turns fleet operations from a source of complexity into a competitive advantage.  In this recorded webinar, you’ll learn: •...

How much difference can a few seconds of data make in fleet safety? In this episode of Automotive Fleet on the Move, we connect with Steve Santostasi of @Ford Pro about how higher-resolution telematics data is giving fleets a clearer picture of driver behavior and safety events. Traditionally, many telematics systems have captured vehicle data in 30-second intervals. Moving to 5-second data interv...

At Geotab Connect 2026 in Las Vegas, Chris Brown of Automotive Fleet sat down with industry veteran Rob Minton, who retired from Geotab and is now founder of Revved Up Strategies, to break down the most important fleet technology trends emerging from the conference. Minton highlights how artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming fleet management, not just at the enterprise level, but also by...

In this episode of Automotive Fleet’s State of the Fleet Industry video series, Chris Brown sits down with auto industry analyst and media veteran Charlie Vogelheim to break down the fleet-relevant takeaways from CES 2026. From autonomous vehicles and driverless trucks to robotics, AI, and next-generation batteries, Vogelheim shares what stood out on the show floor. He highlights where real progre...

In this episode of Automotive Fleet’s State of the Fleet Industry video series, ‪@Auto-Driveaway‬ President and CEO Rodney Ruth joins Chris Brown to break down how fleet vehicle transport and logistics are changing — and what it means for fleets and FMCs. Ruth explains how customer expectations for real-time visibility, tighter timelines, and centralized fleet management are driving new technology...