Telematics can be invaluable in helping your rental fleet operate. When used correctly, telematics can feed you vital vehicle data, monitor your fleet, and save you money. Indeed, this is why we often refer to an investment in telematics as one that pays for itself many times over. However, telematics’ benefits often go beyond how they can help your maintenance routine be more efficient and your scheduling more error-free. The human component of telematics is one of the most under-discussed areas. However, the data provided by a robust telematics system can dramatically refine your rental flee ..read more

For a time, we appeared to be entering a new age of electric vehicle prominence. Sales exploded as more people invested in this trendy and eco-friendly new technology. Government investment followed, and recent federal and state legislation has increased the availability of electric charging stations and tax breaks for those who buy electric cars. In some cases, the biggest automakers said that they were shifting away from the construction of traditional internal combustion and towards electric vehicles. Of course, that was then. The current situation is very, very different. According to the ..read more

Car dealerships have withstood a slew of financial and logistical challenges in recent years, including a tanked economy, a kinked supply chain, rising interest rates, and continued inventory challenges. While many of these challenges have not gone away, car dealerships have figured out how to adapt. However, this adaptation and innovation has not come without significant pivoting to technology. Paper is fraught with inaccuracies, and even Excel spreadsheets no longer cut it. In order to survive and meet customers’ rising demands – even in the face of a slew of logistical challenges – car deal ..read more

2023 was a strange year for car dealerships. On the one hand, rising wages allowed more people to purchase cars while supply chain issues and inventory challenges abated. However, many headwinds – including high interest rates and inflationary challenges – lead to major issues, as people look to replace old cars and get new ones. These broader conditions meant that car dealerships had to work harder and smarter than ever, and as you look to 2024, it is vital that you develop newer and smarter ways to prepare for the future. Here’s a look at what technology, sales, and economic trends car deale ..read more

Streamlining Rental Fleet Check-Ins With Real-Time Data Rental fleet check-in is a critical part of your operations. From checking the vehicle’s condition to processing usage and preparing it for the next client, this process can often make or break your business’s efficiency. It also affects customer satisfaction and loyalty. Teams often use physical inspections, paper-based logging, and other manual processes. These time-consuming methods can lead to errors when documenting mileage, fuel levels, and vehicle conditions. The result? You have a higher risk of customer disputes, revenue loss, an ..read more

  5 Proven Ways To Reduce Fleet Expenses As a fleet business manager or owner, your fleet vehicles are the lifeblood of your business. They are used to deliver goods, transport employees and products, and often advertise your brand to everyone they pass. It’s easy to overspend on vehicle costs like fuel, maintenance, and security; which makes reducing your fleet expenses vital. Out-of-control costs can threaten profits and the long-term business growth of your fleet. If your fleet expenses are a little bloated, these five strategies will help you reduce the strain on your bottom line. Mai ..read more

When it comes to safeguarding yards from pesky mosquitoes, or ridding homes of unwanted critters, pest control companies need to provide precise and efficient services.  In order to achieve this, companies need to utilize the right tools and technology to oversee their employees and fleet operations. Zubie Fleet Connect and Zubie Dashcam provide essential tools needed to run your operations with ease, increase productivity, improve profitability, and keep your drivers safe. Simple Solutions for Unique Challenges Pest control businesses require employees to constantly be on the go. It is v ..read more

For fleet managers at university and college campuses, tracking the many different modes of transportation across multiple departments can present a unique challenge. From maintenance and campus security vehicles and utility carts, to shuttles and buses, students, faculty, and staff are continuously on the go commuting around and beautifying the campus. Complex fleets like these require a simple, easy to use fleet management system to protect vehicles and ensure they are running safely and efficiently. The need for cost savings, safety, and accountability is always top of mind for university a ..read more

the Chevy Silverado 1500 is perfect for accomplished DIYer that hauls a lot of stuff. This is why it is included in the best commercial vehicles based on Zubie driving data. Like any vehicle though, the Chevy Silverado occasionally has mechanical failures. Here are the most common Chevy Silverado repair problems. #1: Intermittent Failure to Start There can be many reasons why a truck won’t start but if it’s random and not related to the ignition switch or a dead battery then you can bet it is an electrical problem. Many chevy owners tried replacing fuses, cleaning off ..read more

For the longest time, we have all been driving expensive and complex pieces of machinery with relatively little help in understanding how to get the most of our driving experience or investment. Our perennial goal at Zubie has been to change that. We started with a focus on safety with features such as location tracking, diagnostics and driving alerts. And then we broadened our feature-set to encompass convenience, by enabling connections to hundreds of other apps, more insights such as speed limits, and opportunities to save money. But it was always apparent that a major a ..read more