MANAGING PUBLIC SECTOR VEHICLES & EQUIPMENT
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has implemented an interim rule to facilitate the removal of defective Takata airbag inflators from vehicles and prevent those in scrap vehicles from being reused.
New York City's high-vision trucks minimize blind spots by lowering the height of the truck cab, using additional windows, and reducing the size and height of the truck’s hood.
Ford Motor Co. is recalling approximately 38,000 2018 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator large SUVs with second-row center bench seats because they may be missing J-channel reinforcement brackets in the seat rack assembly.
The City of Marysville, Ohio, will have 27 traffic lights equipped with sensors, transmitters, and digital displays in a connected vehicle technology test.
The Maxx is designed to hold cord connections together, withstanding the toughest conditions while preventing electrical shock and tripped outlets.
General Motors vehicles equipped with automatic braking and forward collision warning saw 43% fewer police-reported front-to-rear crashes when compared to similar vehicles that aren't equipped with front crash prevention technology, according to a new IIHS study.
Retrofitting older vehicles with a collision warning system and a telematics device can significantly improve driver behavior and enhance safety, according to a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding vehicle owners and drivers, as well as fleet managers, to check for open recalls on their vehicles. Recalls that remain unaddressed are a safety risk, according to the agency.
The North Dakota Department of Transportation implemented a policy prohibiting cell phone use while driving a state fleet vehicle.
Vehicles equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) can add on average an extra $3,000 to the repair bill after a crash due to pricey sensors and their calibration requirements, according to new research from AAA.
Heavy-duty vehicle lift manufacturer Stertil-Koni recommends 10 top tips to improve safety for the busy technicians working on the shop floor.
The flood lights are equipped with cameras and can be mounted to the front or rear of a vehicle to improve visibility while driving at night.
The Lytx DriveCam safety program helped the Manatee County Emergency Medical Services in Florida reduce near collisions by 100% and reduce cell phone violations by 58%.
The fifth National Lift Week kicks off Monday, Oct. 8 and runs through Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. The six-day event showcases best practices in vehicle lift safety, service, and performance.
With more and more states allowing for either medicinal and recreational marijuana sales, many fleets are beginning to show concern about whether or not they need to keep a closer eye on their drivers.
Improper ergonomic behavior when handling vehicle equipment and cargo can result in musculoskeletal injuries. Here are some examples of the best and worst ways to work ergonomically. Read the full story here. Photos courtesy of DECKED.
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