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 Work Truck interviews the experts on the topics and trends that matter most to vocational fleet managers. She also meets with many “Faces of Fleet” to share more about the incredible people and their experiences in our unique industry. For new or veteran fleet managers, check out the “Fleet 101” videos that dig further into the complicated world of vocational truck fleets. Looking for legendary advice? Check out the Fleet Legends Series. Want some fleet tips? Check out Trucks, Tours & Tips. And, don't forget to check out the latest fleet vehicles in the "Vehicles Moving Fleets" series!Work Truck 経済学
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  • Early Risk Signals, 2026 Planning, and Zero-Downtime Service | February Recap

    Early Risk Signals, 2026 Planning, and Zero-Downtime Service | February Recap
    2026/02/27
    In this month’s Truck Chat: Top Monthly News Recap, we’re talking about the early warning signs fleets can’t afford to brush off, why 2026 planning is already in motion, what zero-downtime service really means in practice, how leadership shows up when things feel like they’re accelerating, and the real conversations shaping the next generation of fleet pros.Watch today, hit that like button, and subscribe so you never miss an update! Driver Complaints as Risk Signals: Recurring complaints are not background noise. When multiple drivers flag the same delivery site, yard congestion, or tight backing conditions, that’s operational data. This month’s coverage explores how fleets can connect driver feedback with telematics, near-miss reports, and claims data to shift from reactive safety to predictive risk management.2026 Planning Is Already Underway: From tighter insurance underwriting to rising equipment costs and tariff uncertainty, fleets are scenario planning earlier than ever. The focus is less on managing trucks and more on managing systems. If uptime dips, what happens to revenue? If AI automates reporting, where does labor shift? The fleets asking those questions now are building flexibility before volatility hits.What Zero-Downtime Service Actually Looks Like: Connected vehicles, live health data, remote diagnostics, and pre-staged parts are changing how service gets done. The bigger takeaway is structural. When fault codes are visible before a truck hits the service lane and approvals move faster, dwell time drops. Information flow is becoming just as important as wrench time.Leadership That Listens and Standardizes: Sue Miller and Debi McClendon offer two practical reminders. Listening is not soft. It surfaces blind spots faster and builds trust that prevents escalation. And newer fleet managers do not need decades of experience to lead well. Structure, documentation, communication, and consistency build credibility.Shades of Fleet New Voices: An honest look at what early-career professionals wish they knew on day one, from imposter syndrome to learning how decisions really get made.Black Voices Define Real Visibility in Fleet: A thoughtful conversation about the difference between mentorship and sponsorship, and what true visibility looks like when it includes access and influence.Inside IMT’s Production Facility: Robotic welding, precision cutting, crane testing, and a behind-the-scenes look at how the equipment fleets depend on actually gets built.Winter Breakdown Lessons and the Hidden Cost of Cheap Repairs: Two practical resets focused on preventing avoidable downtime and spotting weak points before they turn into roadside calls.Bobit Business Media expanded its fleet tech footprint with the acquisition of key Roadz partner portfolio assets, strengthening The Fleet Source platformUpfit Package of the Year Awards will stream live from Work Truck Week 2026New data shows fleets are exploring AI, but most remain in pilot mode as trust and accuracy questions get worked outCummins is offering a $500 owner courtesy payment tied to Emissions Recall 67A for certain 2013–2018 Ram 6.7L diesel trucksTeam Fletcher is officially building toward the 2026 Corporate International Soap Box Derby Challenge in support of technician scholarships through The Hourglass FoundationPlenty to think about this month. Risk signals hiding in plain sight. Planning before pressure hits. Smarter service models. Leadership that actually listens. And a derby car slowly coming to life. Keep Watching: Regulatory Prep, Real Pay Data, and the Fleet Tech Reset
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    9 分
  • Mergers, Policy, and Leading Change with Debi McClendon | Fleet Legends

    Mergers, Policy, and Leading Change with Debi McClendon | Fleet Legends
    2026/02/25

    Debi McClendon walks through building a fleet policy from scratch, unifying vehicle practices across divisions, earning executive buy-in, and driving a major mindset shift: fleet vehicles aren’t a perk, they’re a tool. She also talks about the tough side of modernization, including outsourcing fleet management and learning to manage processes rather than just people.

    In this episode of Fleet Legends, sponsored by Legend Fleet, we sit down with Debi, a recognizable name in fleet whose impact didn’t end when she retired in 2014. Hosted by Lauren Fletcher, your fleet industry storyteller, Debi shares her origin story from 2000, when she was “thrust into” fleet to replace someone who knew everything about cars… and she knew basically nothing beyond gas and oil changes.

    What followed was a crash course in leadership, navigating multiple mergers, and transforming fleet from a manual, one-person operation into a real, scalable process. And when it comes to advice for newer fleet managers, Debi keeps it real: build your network, communicate up and down the org, stay open to change, and never operate like a one-person island.

    WATCH NOW to learn:

    • What it’s like to be dropped into fleet with zero vehicle knowledge and still succeed
    • How Debi built a fleet policy and merged practices across divisions
    • The mindset shift that changes everything: fleet vehicles as tools, not incentives
    • Why networking (even with competitors) can accelerate your growth
    • Rookie traps to avoid: thinking you can’t influence change, or thinking you’re the only one who can
    • How Debi approached tech decisions like telematics and why “it depends on your fleet” is the truth
    • Debi's advice for the next generation: keep learning, stay relevant, and fight for a seat at the table

    Drop your favorite takeaway from Debi in the comments and tell me who you want to see on Fleet Legends next.
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    29 分
  • DOT Reasonable Suspicion Training: The 2-Hour Clock and What to Do Next

    DOT Reasonable Suspicion Training: The 2-Hour Clock and What to Do Next
    2026/02/24

    Ever had that moment where a driver doesn’t seem… right, and you’re thinking: Okay, what do I do next, and what does DOT actually require?In this video, Kathy Close from J. J. Keller & Associates walks through reasonable suspicion training for supervisors in plain English, including what applies to CDL fleets under DOT drug and alcohol testing rules.You’ll learn:- Who this training applies to (and who it doesn’t)- Who can be designated to make a reasonable suspicion decision- What DOT requires for supervisor training time and topics- Training format options (online, class, video kit) and what to keep for audit proof- The alcohol testing clock: what “2 hours” and “8 hours” really means- How to approach a driver with privacy, discretion, and respect- Why escorting a driver can be a smart risk-management move- How to recognize when a medical issue may look like impairmentIf you’re in safety, compliance, HR, ops, maintenance leadership, or you’re the “backup supervisor” on nights and weekends, this one’s for you.👍 If this helped, hit like and subscribe for more fleet compliance and safety explainers.Want more from Work Truck? Check us out here: https://www.worktruckonline.com/
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    6 分
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