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FLEET SAFETY TRENDS: FROM AWARENESS TO ACTION Across the transportation industry, fleet safety has become a central concern. Rising accident costs, an Here are some highlights from the survey: SAFETY INTENT VS. EXECUTION: 90% of fleet managers cite safety as a top priority, yet 33% don’t have a formal safety program. EXISTENTIAL RISK: 51% say their business couldn’t survive a serious driver-related lawsuit.
uptick in lawsuits, and increasing scrutiny on driver behavior mean that businesses can no longer treat safety as optional. Technologies such as dash
BARRIERS TO SAFETY INITIATIVES: 49% cite driver resistance, 51% worry about privacy, 43% about upfront costs, and 31% simply don’t know where to begin. Respondents also indicate that telematics use is growing—but still not fully leveraged. The most-cited tools include: GPS TRACKING 64% DASH CAMERAS 50% AI SAFETY ALERTS 49% COACHING TOOLS 44% In addition, only 60% use telematics data beyond accident prevention—missing chances to drive long-term behavior change.
cameras, GPS tracking, and AI-powered alerts make it easier than ever to monitor and improve safety—but adoption still often lags behind intent. That gap between commitment and execution is highlighted in a new Linxup survey of more than 250 fleet managers, conducted during Brake Safety Week in August 2025. The findings reveal a stark paradox: while nearly all managers say safety matters, many fleets still lack the structured programs and proactive strategies needed to reduce risk.
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