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What is on your 2017 “most wanted” list? Have you pondered this question yet? I was recently reading an article in FleetOwner Magazine about the Most Wanted Safety Improvements heading into 2017-2018. Much of the list included things you might expect such as: reducing driver fatigued related injuries, increasing the usage technology that prevents accidents…

Tires can impact so much when it comes to fleet performance. And it’s not just about the equipment, but driver satisfaction/performance as well. There’s so much riding on the tires of your fleet, literally. Let’s take a closer look… Tires Impact Fuel Performance Underinflation will absolutely destroy your fuel economy. Having tires that are not…

How do you know when it’s time to hire a new fleet maintenance provider? How do you know when you aren’t getting the repair attention you deserve? What if everything is just kind of status quo?

At Dickinson Fleet Services, we spend a lot of time studying the latest technology trends in the transportation industry. We’re committed to keeping our readers informed about what’s working and what isn’t. Prior to introducing new technology, it’s important to reflect on how the market is currently responding to what’s already out there. As a…

Thanksgiving is here. Once again, it seems the holidays have crept up on all of us again this year. Soon, the hustle and bustle of closing out the year will be in full force. But for now, it’s this time where we like to pause for a moment to reflect on the past year and…

Your business is about moving products across the nation as quickly, safely and efficiently as possible. When your fleet isn’t moving, it isn’t making any money. At Dickinson Fleet, our primary objective is to keep your fleet moving. We offer the industry’s best preventative maintenance service delivered with the most sophisticated mobile technologies. Established in…

Winter is upon us and NOW is the time to think about your truck maintenance needs. Taking care of critical maintenance and repairs before the Winter weather hits can be a lifesaver. Not just from a cost perspective, but from a safety standpoint as well. Some simple preventative maintenance that is a part of every…

As 2016 comes to a close, you can’t help but notice the mobile maintenance trends that are shaping the transportation industry. The message is clear -more Fleet Managers than ever are making the progression toward using a mobile truck repair and maintenance provider. When you stop to think about it, things just make sense. The…

Are you looking to upgrade your Fleet Management System in 2017? Better yet, SHOULD You Be? Even if things are cruising along great, it might be time to consider the upgrade now. Especially if your current FMS is 3-5 year old. Reason being, competition is out there and regulations are changing. If your system is…

It’s hard to believe we are heading into the final quarter of 2016! What a year it has been here at Dickinson Fleet. As we move into 2017, I wanted to take a moment to highlight 5 quick pieces of company news from the first 9 months. #1- 1st Annual Dickinson Fleet Top Tech Competition