--- title: The Fleet AdvantEDGE | Fleet Safety (5) description: Fleet Safety | Blog dedicated to private heavy duty truck fleets (5) --- - [CLIENT LOGIN](https://atlaas.fleetadvantage.com/Account/UserLogin) - [BUY USED TRUCKS](http://fa.advantage.services/used-truck-equipment) [![FA_Logo_Knockout-White&Green](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hubfs/Fleet%20Advantage%20New%20Logo/FA_Logo_Knockout-White%26Green.png)](http://fa.advantage.services/) - [Safety First](https://info.fleetadvantage.com/fleetadvantagesafetyfirstprogram) - About - - [What We Do](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/what-we-do) - [Why Fleet Advantage](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/why-fleet-advantage) - - [Leadership Team](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/leadership-team) - [Awards](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/awards) - - [Community Outreach](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/community-outreach) - Solutions - By Service - - [Fleet Analysis & Modernization](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/fleet-analysis-and-modernization) - [Truck Specification & Design](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/truck-spec-design) - [Flexible Leasing & Administration](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/flexible-leasing-admin) - - [Asset Performance Team](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/asset-performance-team) - [Truck Data Analytics](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/truck-data-analytics) - [Used Truck Sales](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/used-truck-sales) - By Product - [ATLAAS](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/atlaas-data-analytics) - [EXchangeIT®](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/exchangeit-leasing-solutions) - [Sale-Leaseback Program](https://info.fleetadvantage.com/fleet-advantage-sale-leaseback-solution) - [Safety First Program](https://info.fleetadvantage.com/fleetadvantagesafetyfirstprogram) - [ESG Program](https://info.fleetadvantage.com/esg) - [OffLease Reimagined](https://info.fleetadvantage.com/fleet-advantage-offlease-reimagined-fleet-oriented-software-modernizing-truck-leasing) - Client Success - [Testimonials](http://fa.advantage.services/testimonials) - Resources - - [News](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/news) - [Blog](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/) - - [Press Releases](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/press-releases) - [Videos](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/videos) - [Contact](https://www.fleetadvantage.com/contact) - About - [What We Do](http://fa.advantage.services/what-we-do) - [Why Fleet Advantage](http://fa.advantage.services/why-fleet-advantage) - [Awards](http://fa.advantage.services/awards) - [Leadership Team](http://fa.advantage.services/leadership-team) - Solutions - By Service - [Fleet Analysis & Modernization](http://fa.advantage.services/fleet-analysis-and-moderization) - [Truck Specification & Design](http://fa.advantage.services/truck-spec-design) - [Flexible Leasing & Administration](http://fa.advantage.services/flexible-leasing-admin) - [Truck Performance Monitoring](http://fa.advantage.services/truck-performance-monitoring) - [Truck Data Analytics](http://fa.advantage.services/truck-data-analytics) - [Used Truck Sales](http://fa.advantage.services/used-truck-sales) - By Product - [ATLAAS](http://fa.advantage.services/atlaas) - [EXchangeIT®](http://fa.advantage.services/exchangeit) - Client Success - [Testimonials](http://fa.advantage.services/testimonials) - Resources - [News](http://fa.advantage.services/news) - [Press Releases](http://fa.advantage.services/press-releases) - Blog - [Contact](http://fa.advantage.services/contact) [![FA_Logo_Knockout-White&Green](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hubfs/Fleet%20Advantage%20New%20Logo/FA_Logo_Knockout-White%26Green.png)](http://fa.advantage.services/) ![Truck Spec Design](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hubfs/Truck%20Spec%20Design.jpg)   # The Fleet AdvantEDGE ## [Celebrating Air Quality Awareness Week: May 1 - 5, 2023 - Driving towards a greener future](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/celebrating-air-quality-awareness-week-may-1-5-2023-driving-towards-a-greener-future) Posted by [Elizabeth Gomez - Director of Marketing and Community Outreach](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/author/elizabeth-gomez) on 4/24/23, 4:13 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hubfs/shutterstock_1550458109%20(1).jpg)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/celebrating-air-quality-awareness-week-may-1-5-2023-driving-towards-a-greener-future) [Air Quality Awareness Week](https://www.epa.gov/air-quality/air-quality-awareness-week) is a national event that takes place every year during the first week of May. This weeklong event is dedicated to raising awareness about air quality and promoting ways to improve it. History of Air Quality Awareness Week: Air Quality Awareness Week was first observed in 1999 by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and its partners. The goal was to encourage people to learn about the impact of air pollution on their health and the environment. Since then, the event has grown to include a wide range of activities and initiatives to improve air quality. [Read More](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/celebrating-air-quality-awareness-week-may-1-5-2023-driving-towards-a-greener-future) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/celebrating-air-quality-awareness-week-may-1-5-2023-driving-towards-a-greener-future#comments-listing) Topics: [Trucking Environmental Sustainability](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/trucking-environmental-sustainability), [Fleet Safety](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-safety), [Truck Fleet Analytics](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/truck-fleet-analytics), [Fleet Management](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-management), [Fleet Optimization](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-optimization), [GHG](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/ghg), [Fuel Economy](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fuel-economy) ## [Celebrating Earth Day: Corporate Transportation Fleets Driving Towards a Greener Future with Groundbreaking Analytic ToolS](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/corporate-transportation-fleets-driving-towards-a-greener-future-with-groundbreaking-analytic-tools) Posted by [Elizabeth Gomez - Director of Marketing and Community Outreach](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/author/elizabeth-gomez) on 4/21/23, 8:43 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hubfs/Earth%20Day%20Road.jpg)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/corporate-transportation-fleets-driving-towards-a-greener-future-with-groundbreaking-analytic-tools) ### Earth Day (April 22) is an annual global event dedicated to promoting environmental protection and raising awareness about the importance of sustainability. As the world is facing the looming threat of climate change, it is vital that individuals, communities, and industries come together to take action for a better future. The transportation industry is paying attention and taking significant steps toward reducing its environmental impact, and corporate transportation fleets are prioritizing their ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals.  [Read More](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/corporate-transportation-fleets-driving-towards-a-greener-future-with-groundbreaking-analytic-tools) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/corporate-transportation-fleets-driving-towards-a-greener-future-with-groundbreaking-analytic-tools#comments-listing) Topics: [Trucking Environmental Sustainability](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/trucking-environmental-sustainability), [Fleet Safety](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-safety), [Truck Fleet Analytics](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/truck-fleet-analytics), [Fleet Management](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-management), [Fleet Optimization](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-optimization), [GHG](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/ghg), [Fuel Economy](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fuel-economy) ## [Revolutionizing Your Corporate Transportation Fleet](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/revolutionizing-your-transportation-fleet-join-us-at-top-industry-events) Posted by [Elizabeth Gomez - Director of Marketing and Community Outreach](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/author/elizabeth-gomez) on 4/6/23, 11:26 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hubfs/Got%20Questions%20MarApr%20Blog%20(Updated).gif)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/revolutionizing-your-transportation-fleet-join-us-at-top-industry-events) **JOIN US AT THESE UPCOMING EVENTS TO WITNESS THE UNVEILING OF OUR NEW** **TECHNOLOGY BREAKTHROUGH THAT WILL HELP DEFINE THE FUTURE OF TRANSPORTATION!** We are excited to announce that we will be attending and exhibiting at several upcoming transportation industry events and conferences in the next few months! Fleet Advantage executives will discuss the state of the industry and providing various complimentary fleet analyses. This includes demonstrations of our new, groundbreaking analytic tool, which helps to make informed decisions about cost-effective and sustainable transportation options for your fleet. This tool has been developed in response to the needs of our clients and many fleets in the industry and will help fleets evaluate their total cost of ownership and help build a bridge to alternative energies. [Read More](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/revolutionizing-your-transportation-fleet-join-us-at-top-industry-events) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/revolutionizing-your-transportation-fleet-join-us-at-top-industry-events#comments-listing) Topics: [Trucking Environmental Sustainability](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/trucking-environmental-sustainability), [Fleet Safety](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-safety), [Fleet Management](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-management), [Fleet Optimization](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-optimization), [GHG](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/ghg), [Truck Fleet Operations](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/truck-fleet-operations) ## [The Truth About Maintenance And Repair Costs: What Is Plaguing The Corporate Fleet Transportation Industry?](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/the-truth-about-maintenance-and-repair-costs-what-is-plaguing-the-corporate-fleet-transportation-industry) Posted by [Wesley Hall, CTP](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/author/wesley-hall) on 3/10/23, 11:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hubfs/shutterstock_1845940120.jpg)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/the-truth-about-maintenance-and-repair-costs-what-is-plaguing-the-corporate-fleet-transportation-industry) **Fleet professionals are struggling with pinpointing ‘why’ and ‘where’ their costs are rising,** **important questions often asked by C-level executives.** The simple answer is that inflation is driving all prices up, extended life cycles are driving costs up, and the additional maintenance repairs due to those extended life cycles, component parts and fuel degradation–not to mention rising labor rates for drivers, mechanics and third-party providers are all expensive. [Read More](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/the-truth-about-maintenance-and-repair-costs-what-is-plaguing-the-corporate-fleet-transportation-industry) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/the-truth-about-maintenance-and-repair-costs-what-is-plaguing-the-corporate-fleet-transportation-industry#comments-listing) Topics: [Fleet Safety](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-safety), [Fleet Maintenance](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-maintenance), [Fleet Management](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-management), [Fleet Optimization](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-optimization), [Truck Fleet Operations](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/truck-fleet-operations) ## [Year In Review – Looking Back on 2022 and Looking Forward to 2023!](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/year-in-review-looking-back-on-2022-and-looking-forward-to-2023) Posted by [Elizabeth Gomez - Director of Marketing and Community Outreach](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/author/elizabeth-gomez) on 12/30/22, 8:58 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hubfs/Article%20Recap%20GIF.gif)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/year-in-review-looking-back-on-2022-and-looking-forward-to-2023) **Looking Back on 2022 and Looking Forward to 2023!** [Read More](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/year-in-review-looking-back-on-2022-and-looking-forward-to-2023) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/year-in-review-looking-back-on-2022-and-looking-forward-to-2023#comments-listing) Topics: [Trucking Environmental Sustainability](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/trucking-environmental-sustainability), [Fleet Safety](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-safety), [Fleet Management](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-management), [Fleet Optimization](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-optimization), [GHG](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/ghg), [Truck Fleet Operations](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/truck-fleet-operations) ## [Tune in to Transport Topics Radio This Saturday for Everything You Need to Know for Fleet Winterization in 2022!](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/tune-in-to-transport-topics-radio-this-saturday-for-everything-you-need-to-know-for-fleet-winterization-in-2022) Posted by [Elizabeth Gomez - Director of Marketing and Community Outreach](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/author/elizabeth-gomez) on 12/14/22, 11:01 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hubfs/BAs%20RADIO%20GIF.gif)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/tune-in-to-transport-topics-radio-this-saturday-for-everything-you-need-to-know-for-fleet-winterization-in-2022) **How Winterizing Your Fleet Will Be Different This Year** [Read More](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/tune-in-to-transport-topics-radio-this-saturday-for-everything-you-need-to-know-for-fleet-winterization-in-2022) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/tune-in-to-transport-topics-radio-this-saturday-for-everything-you-need-to-know-for-fleet-winterization-in-2022#comments-listing) Topics: [Fleet Safety](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-safety), [Fleet Management](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-management), [Fleet Optimization](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-optimization), [Truck Fleet Operations](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/truck-fleet-operations) ## [FLEET SAFETY TIPS - ANNUAL BRAKE SAFETY WEEK IS PLANNED FOR AUGUST 21-27, 2022 - IS YOUR FLEET READY?](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/cvsa-annual-brake-fleet-safety-week-planned-for-august-21-27-2022-is-your-fleet-ready) Posted by [Matthew Wiedmeyer, CTP](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/author/matthew-wiedmeyer) on 8/11/22, 2:36 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hubfs/shutterstock_1536666617.jpg)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/cvsa-annual-brake-fleet-safety-week-planned-for-august-21-27-2022-is-your-fleet-ready) **Brake Safety Week is fast approaching - Is your fleet ready? ** What is the most important operating component of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV)? Although there are many, the most important one is the part that makes the equipment stop - the brakes!! Brakes must always operate properly to ensure maximum safety. The braking system on CMV’s is designed for tough conditions, but it must be inspected and maintained carefully and consistently like anything. By doing this, the brake system will operate properly throughout the life of the truck. [Read More](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/cvsa-annual-brake-fleet-safety-week-planned-for-august-21-27-2022-is-your-fleet-ready) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/cvsa-annual-brake-fleet-safety-week-planned-for-august-21-27-2022-is-your-fleet-ready#comments-listing) Topics: [Fleet Safety](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-safety) ## [FLEET SAFETY TIPS - CVSA 2022 Operation Safe Driver Week is July 10-16, 2022](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/cvsa-2022-operation-safe-driver-week-is-july-10-16-2022) Posted by [Sandy Rosenfeld, CTP - Senior Manager Safety & Operations](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/author/sandy-rosenfeld-ctp-safety-operations-manager) on 7/11/22, 1:49 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hubfs/speeding%20(1).jpg)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/cvsa-2022-operation-safe-driver-week-is-july-10-16-2022) **Operation Safe Driver Week - A week of  intensified traffic safety enforcement is here!  ** Operation Safe Driver Week was launched in 2007 by the [Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA)](https://www.cvsa.org/)in partnership with the [Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/) and with the support from industry and transportation organizations. The program was established to help reduce the number of crashes, deaths and injuries resulting from crashes involving various motor vehicles, including commercial trucks, buses, and cars.   [Read More](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/cvsa-2022-operation-safe-driver-week-is-july-10-16-2022) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/cvsa-2022-operation-safe-driver-week-is-july-10-16-2022#comments-listing) Topics: [Fleet Safety](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-safety) ## [Fleet Maintenance Tips: Have you Reviewed your Tire Program Lately? part two of NATIONAL TIRE SAFETY WEEK (JUNE 27 – JULY 3RD)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/national-tire-safety-week-is-june-27-july-3rd-0) Posted by [Wesley Hall, CTP](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/author/wesley-hall) on 6/16/22, 3:21 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hubfs/October%20Enews%202019/Tires_Option2_Position6_Template.jpg)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/national-tire-safety-week-is-june-27-july-3rd-0) **Have you reviewed your Tire Program, lately? In part two of this Blog Series we provide best practices that can be applied to help keep your tire maintenance cost down and your drivers safe! ** The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) consumer awareness campaign is fast approaching. [National Tire Safety Week, on June 27 – July 3, 2022](https://www.ustires.org/ustma-announces-date-national-tire-safety-week-2022-june-27-july-3)is the annual initiative aimed to spread awareness of the importance of proper tire care and maintenance. **We previously reviewed how tire cost is the second-highest expense within a fleet’s maintenance program.** [Read More](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/national-tire-safety-week-is-june-27-july-3rd-0) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/national-tire-safety-week-is-june-27-july-3rd-0#comments-listing) Topics: [Fleet Safety](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-safety), [Fleet Management](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-management) ## [Fleet Maintenance Tips: Have you Reviewed your Tire Program Lately? Part one of NATIONAL TIRE SAFETY WEEK (JUNE 27 – JULY 3RD)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/national-tire-safety-week-is-june-27-july-3rd) Posted by [Wesley Hall, CTP](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/author/wesley-hall) on 6/16/22, 3:21 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hubfs/Tire%20Pressure%20Pic.jpg)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/national-tire-safety-week-is-june-27-july-3rd) **Have you reviewed your Tire Program, lately?** **In this two part Blog Series we will provide tips on how to properly maintain your tires to ensure your drivers are safe!** The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) will be promoting its yearly consumer awareness campaign, [National Tire Safety Week, on June 27 – July 3, 2022.](https://www.ustires.org/ustma-announces-date-national-tire-safety-week-2022-june-27-july-3) This annual initiative aims to spread awareness of the importance of proper tire care and maintenance. **Did you know that tire cost is the second-highest expense within a fleet’s maintenance program?** [Read More](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/national-tire-safety-week-is-june-27-july-3rd) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/national-tire-safety-week-is-june-27-july-3rd#comments-listing) Topics: [Fleet Safety](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-safety), [Fleet Management](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-management) [Previous](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-safety/page/4) [All posts](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/all) [Next](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-safety/page/6) ### Subscribe Here! ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Tag - [Fleet Safety (73)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-safety) - [Fleet Management (54)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-management) - [Trucking Environmental Sustainability (23)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/trucking-environmental-sustainability) - [Fleet Optimization (21)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-optimization) - [GHG (19)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/ghg) - [Truck Fleet Operations (18)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/truck-fleet-operations) - [Fleet Maintenance (11)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fleet-maintenance) - [Truck Fleet Analytics (9)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/truck-fleet-analytics) - [Fuel Economy (7)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/fuel-economy) - [Data Analytics (4)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/data-analytics) - [Lease vs Buy (2)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/lease-vs-buy) - [NACFE (1)](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/topic/nacfe) See all [ ![FA_Logo_Knockout-White](https://blog.fleetadvantage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FA_Logo_Knockout-White.png?width=242&height=40&name=FA_Logo_Knockout-White.png) ](http://fa.advantage.services/) ©2023 Fleet Advantage, LLC | Phil 2:3-4 Don't do anything for selfish purposes, but with humility think of others as better than yourselves. 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