Family-owned Gana Trucking & Excavating needed to enhance its operations significantly. From humble beginnings with a single dump truck in 1995, the company now boasts a diverse fleet comprising 100 commercial trucks and 200 pieces of heavy equipment. These assets are utilized for providing material handling, grading, and excavation services across Nebraska and its surrounding states. Gana’s commitment to superior fleet management extends across all its divisions, ensuring a seamless and efficient operation. In evaluating new fleet health and safety software providers, Gana identified the ..read more

Zonar interviews two parents in a Kentucky school district about how they are using the MyView app. First, we spoke to a mother with six children. Question:  So prior to learning about my view and everything, what was your experience like just on, especially with six kids on a daily basis trying to keep track of them? Answer:  OK, so this is kind of a two-part answer. The first is just having so many kids. I had three different schools to juggle. So elementary, middle and high school, which means three different bus schedules. Now, the high schoolers could pretty much take care of th ..read more

Maintenance work starts and stops with work orders. Work orders are the heart and soul of any fleet health and safety management system because they are essential for better decision making, and ultimately for lowering costs and downtime. At the start of a service event, a work order begins collecting critical data, such as warranty status and repair history Fleets can leverage these regardless of whether the work is performed in-house or by a vendor. The challenge is getting the right data to help technicians quickly diagnose and repair issues. If the shop already does a good job at this, the ..read more

Commercial and municipal fleet managers are currently facing a host of complex challenges within the trucking industry. Among these challenges are decreased demand for freight, increased operational costs, persistent difficulties in finding drivers and parking, and elevated fuel prices. Addressing these multifaceted obstacles requires a detailed understanding and a proactive approach. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore each of these challenges in-depth, provide data and statistics to support our analysis, and present actionable solutions to help you fortify your fleet’s resilience an ..read more

There is zero margin of error when it comes to school bus fleet health and safety. The synergy between Zonar and Cummins has proven to be a game-changer for Hardin County School District’s (HCS) fleet operations. HCS, covering an expansive 528-square miles south of Louisville, Kentucky, faced operational challenges when buses threw fault codes during routes. Without clear details or severity insights, buses were often put out-of-service, leading to resource wastage and impacting overall uptime. In 2020, Transportation Director Chris Corder recognized the need for a reliable solution to diagnos ..read more

The landscape of commercial trucking in the United States is marked by a commitment to fleet health and safety and accountability, exemplified by the Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) program. Originating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the CSA score has become a pivotal metric shaping the safety performance of motor carriers and drivers. This essay delves into the origins of the CSA score, its key components, the profound impact it has on insurance premiums and risk management, and strategies for commercial fleets to effectively reduce their CSA scores. Th ..read more

Drivers engaged in construction, utility, and pits and quarries face a unique set of challenges, including environmental stressors, irregular hours, and varying safety protocols.  In order to optimize fleet health and safety, fleet managers should consider the health of their drivers as a cornerstone of their overall strategy. Recruiting and training new drivers come at a significant cost, ranging from $6,000 to $12,000. Fleet managers recognize the importance of reducing risky driving behavior and enhancing job performance to avoid such expenses. Implementing measures to support drivers ..read more

1. Economy Concern over the state of the nation’s Economy rose four spots this year to be the top-ranked industry issue. From inflation, rising interest rates and diesel prices to reduced freight demand and declining rates, the Economy impacts motor carriers and drivers alike, showing up as a Top 10 concern for both (Table 3). The outlook for the remainder of the year remains uncertain given challenges like the impact on consumer spending from resumption of student loan payments and the temporary stop-gap funding of the federal government, set to expire in November.10 Proposed Strategies (in r ..read more

For veteran pupil transportation directors, managing a massive fleet is no small feat, and the Chesapeake Public Schools district stands as a prime example. With a fleet comprising over 580 school buses covering more than 25,000 miles daily and transporting over 31,000 students, it’s a substantial operation. Dr. David Benson, the transportation director for Chesapeake Public Schools, relies on a suite of solutions, including Zonar’s smart fleet technologies, to tackle the daily challenges that come with overseeing such an extensive fleet. Transitioning to Modern Fleet Management: Before implem ..read more

Recognizing the need for a cleaner, greener, and safer mode of student transportation, several states have announced an electric school bus mandate. This mandate sets out to achieve several key objectives: 1. Emission Reduction: By transitioning to electric school buses, the mandate aims to significantly reduce harmful emissions and their associated health risks. 2. Mitigating Climate Change: Electric school buses are a cleaner alternative, reducing the carbon footprint of student transportation. 3. Health and Safety: The mandate prioritizes the well-being of students by reducing exposure to h ..read more