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Making the Business Case Amidst the Rapid Proliferation of Advanced Fleet Technology
digital assistance to vehicles that are fully software-defined. In fact, some commercial vehicles hitting the road this year are already there. Preparing the workforce for this shift is just as important as selecting the right technology. Any of these technology investments must deliver value to the bottom line. Confidence in those investment decisions comes from hearing peers share their experiences with new technologies, which is why ACT Expo spends the year finding speakers who can showcase their results of related technology deployments. That means a strong focus on total cost of ownership, return on investment, and operational performance. It means helping fleets reduce costs, improve uptime, enhance safety, and drive measurable financial results. ACT Expo continues to cover the full spectrum of powertrains and fuels. From next-generation diesel platforms and efficiency technologies to battery-electric vehicles, natural gas, propane, hydrogen, and renewable fuels, the emphasis is on where positive TCO exists today and where it is emerging next. In addition to its usual coverage on advanced powertrains and low carbon fuels, ACT Expo is going much deeper into the “digital frontier.” ACT Expo is where fleets come to learn what advanced technology is working (or not), why and how it’s working (or not), what is coming next, and how to build a smarter, more competitive operation for the road ahead. See you at ACT Expo , May 4-7 in Las Vegas.
vehicles are serviced when they need it, not when a spreadsheet says they should. AI-driven analytics are also changing how fleets think about asset replacement. Instead of retiring vehicles based strictly on age or mileage, fleets are beginning to evaluate real performance. Which assets are breaking down more often? Which are delivering strong uptime and efficiency? Data-driven analysis and information then allows fleets to replace lower-performing vehicles sooner while holding onto high- performing assets longer. This shift requires new tools, new data, and new ways of thinking. ACT Expo is where fleets learn how others are doing this today.
By Erik Neandross, TRC Erik Neandross is the president of TRC’s Clean Transportation Solutions group, producers of ACT Expo.
Commercial fleets have never had more technology available to them. Advanced powertrains, AI-driven analytics, connected vehicles, new safety systems, and digital platforms—all promising better visibility, lower costs, and improved uptime. For shippers and carriers alike, the question is no longer whether these solutions exist. The question is whether fleets are deploying the right technologies in the right way to ensure service levels, reduce risk, and strengthen long-term performance. Fleets that get this right will run more efficient, safer, and more competitive operations. They will deliver higher uptime, lower cost per mile, stronger safety performance, and better financial results. They will be at a competitive advantage to win more business and be positioned to survive and grow in an increasingly demanding market. Digitization and AI are reshaping nearly every industry, and commercial transportation is no exception. Artificial intelligence, automation, and connected-vehicle systems are moving rapidly from experimentation into daily fleet operations. Inundated with this technology wave and “everything is AI” claims, fleet leaders are asking “what is really available and tangible today, and how do I actually use it to improve my operation?” Data and AI processing is also helping progressive fleets to move beyond fixed service intervals and toward dynamic, condition-based maintenance, where
Advanced driver assistance systems are increasingly standard on commercial vehicles, but fleets are going further. New tools dramatically reduce collisions, protect drivers, and lower insurance and liability exposure. Safety systems also form the foundation for increasingly automated vehicles. Technologies that were in research and pilot phases just a few years ago are now entering commercial deployment. Understanding the business case for safety investments, and where advanced driver assistance and autonomous technologies make sense, is now essential. Commercial vehicles are also undergoing a fundamental transformation. We are moving from machines that were largely mechanical with some
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