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Fleet FYIs is a podcast for fleet professionals by fleet professionals - tackling topics like budget cuts, dips in the market, new product launches, smarter fleet management strategy and so much more. So many people are on the move – now more than ever. Fleet FYIs by Utilimarc helps you on the go or behind the desk, making fleet management a little easier. We're bringing two-decades worth of data insights and expert analysts together in conversation. Join us every week for a new episode on d ...
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We discuss practical insights and share stories of real-world implementations that enhance vehicle performance and customer experiences. Each episode, we delve into the complexities of vehicle connectivity, uncovering how solutions address real challenges faced by the biggest names in the industry. Moreover, we explore how real-time rich data harvested from vehicles is used to generate significant business value. From optimizing operations to pioneering new customer services, the data-driven ...
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Welcome to the Mile Marker podcast where we dive into the world of digital transformation for fleets. We will bring you the insights, trends and best practices to keep your fleet-based business moving forward all brought to you by Ridecell.
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Calling all trucker heroes and insurance wranglers! Buckle up for another wild ride with the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast. Two grey-bearded safety guys take their irreverent look at the trucking pitfalls, risks, and trouble with trucking insurance. They invite the trucking elite on the show to discuss. This week, John and Chris, are swerving past potholes of peril to deliver the straight goods on keeping your rig safe and your insurance rates lower than a limbo dancer in flip-flops. W ...
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Send us a text In this episode, hosts John and Chris welcome David Boss from SiriusXM Canada and Joe Knuckley from SiriusXM USA to discuss SiriusXM's benefits for the trucking industry. The conversation covers how SiriusXM reduces distracted driving, offers consistent coast-to-coast radio, and provides valuable content for truckers. It highlights t…
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In this episode of the Mile Marker podcast, Amy Dobrikova, VP of Fleet Solutions at Rexel Energy Solutions discusses the company’s role in providing hardware and infrastructure solutions for fleets transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs), addressing challenges like parts shortages and reliability. She emphasizes the importance of planning, partner…
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Send us a text Trucking Risks and Legal Insights: A Conversation with Doug Marcello In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts welcome Doug Marcello, a veteran trucking defence lawyer, to discuss various legal challenges and insights affecting the trucking industry. Doug shares his extensive experience, recounting cases and a…
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In this episode of the Mile Marker podcast, Ted Chan, Corporate Fleet and Travel Manager for Schindler Elevator discusses the challenges and rewards of managing Schindler's 3,800-vehicle fleet, particularly the company's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040. He highlights the complexities of fleet electrification, including infrastruc…
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In this episode of the Mile Marker podcast David Hayward, Global Fleet Manager at ABM, shares his unconventional entry into fleet management, his diverse experience across pharmaceutical, service, and government fleets, and the challenges of managing vehicle lifecycles and electrification. He highlights strategies for improving fleet efficiency, in…
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Send us a text Managing Overwhelming Data in Trucking: An Innovative Approach In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts Chris and John welcome back Gui, who introduces a newly founded company, Asenga. Gui explains how Asenga's software solution helps trucking companies manage the overwhelming influx of data from telematics, …
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In this episode of the Mile Marker Podcast, host Angela Simoes speaks with Jim Spera, Vice President of Sales at Holman. Spera discusses the rapid advancements in fleet technology, focusing on electric vehicles, telematics, and AI. He highlights Holman’s approach to integrating these technologies to support clients, emphasizing the shift toward dat…
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Send us a text Mastering 831B Tax Code: Risk Management and Financial Strategies for Trucking Firms In this insightful episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts Chris and John engage with Van Carlson from SRA 831b.com to explore how trucking companies and other businesses can leverage the 831B tax code to manage risk and enhance pro…
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In this episode of the Mile Marker podcast, Kevin Neal, Business Development Director at Revolv, shares insights from his 23 years in the fleet industry. Kevin discusses the transformative journey of fleet electrification, from early trials with electric vehicles to the current landscape in 2024. He highlights key challenges, including regulatory c…
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In this episode of the Mile Marker podcast, Amy Hudson, Chief Operating Officer, and Jason Kraus, Director of Vehicle Acquisition and Lease Structure at Mike Albert, discuss the evolution of fleet management, highlighting the company’s focus on tailored solutions, predictive data, and operational efficiency. Amy and Jason share insights on addressi…
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In this episode of the Mile Marker podcast, Stephan Zech, partner at Bain & Company and expert in Bain's Automotive Practice explores the latest trends shaping the automotive industry, including China's rapid EV adoption, the critical role of AI in transforming automotive processes, and the evolving landscape of autonomous vehicles. Stephan shares …
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In this episode, Brad Burgess, Interim Co-CEO and SVP of Sales and Marketing at Merchants, discusses the rapid transformation of the fleet industry into a B2B service, technology, and consulting space. Brad shares insights on the shift from vehicle leasing to data-driven, tech-enabled solutions. He emphasizes the importance of partnerships, predict…
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Send us a text Transporting Cannabis and Cash: Insights from Ari | Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, Chris interviews Ari, the head of a vertically integrated transportation company specializing in the safe and efficient transportation of cannabis and cash across 28 states. They discuss …
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Send us a text In this episode, we explore the intricate correlation between mental and physical health, highlighting how fatigue, heat stress, financial trouble, and marital problems can adversely affect both. We discuss the unique challenges individuals face in diverse fields, including long haul, last mile, and field services, often called indus…
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Greg Gray, VP of Sales and Fleet Management, and Sherry Calkins, SVP of Global Strategic Accounts, both from Geotab, discuss the shift from traditional telematics to a broader focus on data intelligence, integration, and automation. They highlight the advantages of AI in simplifying fleet management and reducing costs but also mention the challenge…
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Is your leasing company ready to win fleet customers by helping them meet the demands of new ESG regulations? This episode will provide you with the insights needed to turn ESG compliance into a competitive strength. Join Marie-Louise, Martin, and Nikolaj explore how ESG regulations are reshaping the leasing industry and how telematics can help you…
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In this episode we speak with Adam Seifert, Director, Fleet Advisory & Analytics, Inspiration Mobility, about learning from early EV fleet adopters and avoiding making the same mistakes when beginning to transition fleets to electric. Everything from driver behavior and adoption, to charging infrastructure and which vehicles are right for you - the…
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Send us a text Jim Park's Heart Attack: A Deep Dive into Truck Driver Health In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, award-winning trucking journalist and experienced truck driver Jim Park discusses his recent heart attack, the importance of recognizing symptoms, and how it relates to the health of truck drivers. Jim shares his …
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In this episode of Mile Marker, we welcome Partha Goswami, a strategist and futurist specializing in emerging technology and disruption in the mobility industry. Partha analyzes automotive trends, explores the startup ecosystem, and discusses the transformation of vehicles into software-defined platforms. We dive into the significant trends shaping…
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Send us a text Navigating the Reefer Transportation Industry during a Freight Recession with Colby Varley In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts delve into the complexities of the reefer logistics world with expert Colby Varley from Advanced Transportation Services. Colby discusses the current freight recession, strategie…
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Send us a text Empowering Women in Trucking: Insights from Stephanie Shrum, Canadian Apprenticeship Forum In this Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast episode, hosts welcome Stephanie Shrum, a program manager from the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF). The discussion centers around strategies to attract and retain more women in the transportation …
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Send us a text Navigating Nuclear Verdicts and Insurance in Transportation In this episode of the Trekking Risk and Insurance Podcast, Marsh's Craig Dancer and Rick Reinoehl discuss the significant challenges and risks currently facing the transportation industry in the United States. They delve into the impact of nuclear verdicts and settlements o…
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Send us a text Eliminating Fuel Fraud: Modernizing Payments in Trucking with Meghann Earhart In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts John and Chris talk with Meghann Earhart, Executive Vice President at Relay Payments, about the challenges of fraud in the trucking industry. Meghann discusses how Relay Payments is transform…
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Send us a text Bobby Farrow, Sr. Manager, Insurance Channel at Netradyne. Email: bobbi.farrow@netradyne.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbi-farrow-921248102/ Website: https://www.netradyne.com/company Transforming Dash Camera Technology: An Insight with Bobbi Farrow from Netradyne In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podca…
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In this episode, Jay Wertzberger, founder of ATI Auto Business YouTube channel, shares insights on the complexities of auto transport and vehicle logistics. With over 30 years in the industry, Jay discusses the evolution of technology, the role of dealers, consumer buying behavior, and the future of automotive logistics amidst the rise of AI and EV…
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Send us a text Exploring Trucking Careers with Hammad Hassan | Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, we're joined by Hammad Hassan from the Toronto Business Development Centre. Hammad discusses the 'Explore Trucking as a Career' program, a fast-track initiative designed to support Ontario's …
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Send us a text Trucking Risk and Insurance with Mark Epperson: Improving Safety with Technology In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, guest Mark Epperson, co-lead of Alliant Specialties Transportation Vertical, discusses the firm's approach to improving safety and reducing costs in the trucking industry through data-driven tel…
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Send us a text The Future of Truck Driving Schools Amidst the Rise of Autonomous Vehicles - Interview with Jeff Burkhart In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, we are joined by Jeffrey Burkhart, Senior Director of Operations for the Commercial Driver Training Program at Ancora Education. We explore the impact of autonomous vehi…
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Dive into the future of automotive and fleet industries with Jamye Carpenter, owner and president of JRC Innovative Solutions. With over 20 years in automotive and insurance, Jamye brings her expertise in business process optimization and AI integration to the forefront. As co-chair of the AI subcommittee for the International Automotive Re-Markete…
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Send us a text Insightful Tips on Choosing Trucking Schools and Employers with Leo Barros Join us this week on the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast as we chat with Leo Barros from TruckNews. Leo shares his personal experience and advice on how to choose the best truck driver training programs and select the right trucking companies to work for. …
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Send us a text Here is the registration link for the Biz & Breakfast: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/biz-breakfast-2024-tickets-887760574777 Join Wendy and Brooke on the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast as they discuss the upcoming 'Biz and Breakfast' event set for July 11th at the Lionhead Golf Course in Mississauga. Brooke, and Wendy, at ISB, sha…
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Join us on this episode of Mile Marker as we sit down with Rick Bell, managing partner at the Merlin Group and a trailblazer in fleet management and last-mile solutions. From his strategic roles at Merchants Fleet to founding Merlin Group, Rick shares insights on innovative approaches in both ICE and EV platforms, the evolution of fleet management,…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts Chris and John talk with Marcus Newbery, co-founder and COO of Driver Technologies. Marcus shares insights into the innovative products developed by his company, focusing on how their dashcam technology leverages smartphones to improve vehicle safety and driver behavio…
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Send us a text Revolutionizing Last-Mile Delivery with Anar from Senpex In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts Chris and John welcome Anar from Senpex, a company specializing in last-mile delivery services. Anar discusses the growth of the last-mile delivery segment, especially around the COVID-19 pandemic, and how Senpex…
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In this episode of the Mile Marker podcast, fleet veteran and luminary, Susan Miller joins to reflect on the rapid evolution of the industry and her roles within it. With over 36 years in fleet management, including 29 years at McDonald's and more than seven at Geotab, Susan's journey is nothing short of remarkable. Now an independent consultant, S…
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Send us a text Boosting Profits in Trucking with Healy Labs' Universal Data Integration In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, Todd Haselhorst from Heale Labs explains how their technology can help trucking and logistics companies add 2% to their bottom line by integrating and standardizing data from multiple systems. Todd disc…
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In this episode of the Mile Marker podcast, Jeff Paul of Deloitte discusses the evolving role of OEM captive finance. He explores leasing trends, the impact of digital transformation, and the future of automotive mobility. Topics include the rise of electric vehicles, subscription models, and the integration of AI and telematics data. https://ridec…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts John and Chris welcome Heather Fry from Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT). Heather discusses the rebranding of TAT and their expansion into various industries including the bus and energy sectors. She sheds light on the issue of human trafficking, its various forms, a…
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Join us as we chat with automotive industry veteran and Forbes Contributor, Ed Garsten, as he shares his insights on the changing automotive landscape, from groundbreaking technologies to innovative business models. We have a fun conversation about electric vehicles, autonomous tech, the future of car ownership, and what's ahead in the world of car…
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In this episode, we address the question 'Are you also waiting for OEM connectivity?' as there is huge diversity among markets. Some have connectivity handed to them on a platter while others struggle to sell vehicles without it. Welcome to the Connected Cars Podcast, your premier source for insights into how automotive connectivity is revolutioniz…
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This episode features Trent Gifford, founder and president of the Independent Car Rental Association, where he talks about how small and independent rental companies have found specific niches to serve and drive growth in their businesses. Are you an independent car rental business owner? What challenges and opportunities are you seeing in the mark…
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Send us a text This episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast features guests Justin Allen and Mark Brest from HDVI, discussing their innovative, telematics-based pricing model for trucking insurance. This model offers a more accurate, performance-based approach to insurance pricing, focusing particularly on small to mid-sized fleets and o…
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Send us a text Pictures of "The Witches Inn" https://www.tenfourmagazine.com/2014/06/cover-features/the-witches-inn/ John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-2762 John@summitrisksolutions.ca Chris Harris Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com Chris@SafetyDawg.com 1 905 973 7056 Keeping it Safety Dawg Simple! #trucksafety #truc…
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Send us a text Attention truckers! This episode of the TRUCKING Risk and Insurance Podcast features Danielle Levitt and Rick Brown, discussing the importance of fleet safety and the initiatives of the Fleet Safety Council. Learn valuable insights about driver and fleet safety programs, including the Driver of the Year and Safety Manager Awards. Tun…
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Today we talk with Chris Brown, Associate Publisher at Bobit Media, about what we can expect to see with the fleet industry in 2024. Electrification, AI, shared, autonomous, sales… we cover it all. And stick around for the lighting round! https://ridecell.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridecell/ https://twitter.com/ridecell…
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When you think electric trucks, you probably think of huge semi trucks. But there are hundreds of other types of trucks that need to start transitioning to electric, and how the heck will that happen? Tune into this conversation with Alexander Voets, General Manager of Velocity EV to learn about first steps to electrification and how to navigate al…
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Send us a text https://www.truckworld.ca/ticket/ You can reach John G Smith at johng@newcom.ca John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-2762 John@summitrisksolutions.ca Chris Harris Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com Chris@SafetyDawg.com 1 905 973 7056By John Farquhar & Chris Harris
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In this episode of the Mile Marker Podcast, host Angela Simoes interviews Collin Shaw, Chief Commercial Vehicle Officer of MEMA, the Vehicle Supplier Association, and Chief Operating Officer of the MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers. Shaw discusses the hot button issues suppliers are focused on, including profitability and recovering from the impact…
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Send us a text Reach out to Jim, jcampbell@pttac.ca https://www.pttac.ca Your Hosts: John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-2762 John@summitrisksolutions.ca Chris Harris Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com Chris@SafetyDawg.com 1 905 973 7056 Keeping it Safety Dawg Simple! #trucksafety #truckinsurance #truckpodcast Do you …
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