Management Techniques
Maintenance software
Tracking vehicle maintenance requires comprehensive, flexible software that helps fleet not only tracks service procedures, but also provides reports for warranty claims and information that can be used for spec’ing new trucks. FE outlines the basic functionality fleets should look for in maintenance software systems, and explores valuable additional features.

Vehicle Technology
Fifth wheel and landing gear updates
Some fleets look for lighter fifth wheels, others look for lower maintenance fifth wheels – and all fleets are interested in safe, durable landing gears. In the August issue, FE looks at the new technology being used in these key components.

Spec’ing for . . . Fuel efficiency
Mapping and routing
Fleets that save the most fuel are those that specify equipment for fuel efficiency and use mapping and routing software to help drivers maximize routes while minimizing mileage. This FE feature will give readers an overview of the systems that can help them save money.

Bi-monthly Departments . . .
Aftermarket Insights
This every-other-month feature focuses on aftermarket parts management and provides helpful insights into parts control and supplier relationships.

Best Practices: Tricks of the Trade
This every-other-month feature spotlights a fleet manager who has learned how to maximize return on investment by using excellent management skills.

Transport Refrigeration Topics
A new column dedicated to refrigeration transport issues, written by David Kolman (former editor of Refrigerated Transporter), who has hands-on experience as a truck owner and operator and communications professional for the past 25 years.

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