Fleet Forward Podcast

Where is fleet management headed—and what should leaders be preparing for now? 

In this season finale of Fleet Forward, automotive executive Ted Cannis delivers a forward-looking keynote that brings together the biggest themes shaping the future of fleet management. From electrification and software-defined vehicles to AI, supply chain disruption, telematics, and autonomous technology, the conversation focuses on separating industry hype from the trends that will have the greatest impact on fleet operations. 

Rather than chasing every new technology, Ted shares why successful fleets must focus on scalable solutions, structured data, and technologies that deliver measurable business value over the long term. 

Topics include: 

• Why fleet technology initiatives should be built to scale—not just pilot projects  

• How tariffs, supply chains, and shifting regulations are influencing fleet planning  

• The evolving outlook for EVs, hybrids, charging infrastructure, and software-defined vehicles  

• Why connected vehicle data and AI will transform fleet decision-making  

• The growing role of ADAS, over-the-air updates, and cybersecurity  

• How OEMs, telematics providers, and fleet technology platforms will continue to evolve together  

• The biggest trends fleet leaders should prepare for over the next five years  

As the closing session from the Fleet Forward Conference, this episode offers a practical look at where the fleet industry is heading—and how today's leaders can prepare for what's next with confidence. 

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What happens to fleet electrification when incentives disappear? 

As market conditions continue to evolve, fleet leaders are facing new questions about vehicle values, remarketing strategies, battery health, charging infrastructure, and the long-term economics of electrification. 

In this episode of Fleet Forward, industry experts from Cox Automotive, Plug, and Recurrent break down the latest EV market trends and share practical guidance for managing electric fleets in a rapidly changing landscape. 

The discussion explores what today's regulatory and economic shifts mean for fleet operators, why the used EV market is entering a new phase of growth, and how organizations can make smarter decisions about purchasing, remarketing, and total cost of ownership. 

Topics include: 

• How the end of federal EV incentives is reshaping the new and used vehicle markets  

• What fleet managers should know about EV residual values and remarketing strategies  

• Why used EV demand continues to grow despite changing market conditions  

• Battery health, charging habits, and their impact on long-term vehicle value  

• Home, depot, and public charging strategies for fleet operations  

• How fleet leaders can adapt their electrification plans for the years ahead  

Whether you're expanding your EV fleet, preparing vehicles for resale, or evaluating your long-term electrification strategy, this episode offers data-driven insights to help you navigate the next chapter of fleet electrification with confidence. 

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How do you build a fleet safety culture that actually drives operational results? 

In this special Fleet Forward episode, experts from AT&T Fleet Management and Geotab join Frank Del Campo of Matthews International to share how one fleet transformed safety from a compliance initiative into a company-wide mindset—and achieved its safest year on record. 

The conversation follows Matthews' technology journey from foundational telematics and driver scorecards to route optimization, advanced analytics, and event recorders, revealing how the right combination of data, leadership, and driver engagement can improve safety while reducing costs and increasing efficiency. 

Topics include: 

• Building a fleet-wide culture of safety that drivers embrace  

• Using telematics and scorecards to improve visibility and coaching  

• How route optimization reduced drive time, fuel consumption, and operational costs  

• Gaining driver buy-in for event recorders and in-cab coaching  

• Turning fleet data into actionable insights with advanced analytics  

• Best practices for rolling out new fleet technology with minimal disruption  

Whether you're evaluating telematics for the first time or looking to get more value from your existing fleet technology, this episode offers practical lessons from a fleet that successfully combined people, process, and technology to improve safety and performance at every level. 

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What will fleet management look like in 2030—and how should leaders prepare today?

Recorded live at the Fleet Forward Conference, this episode brings together industry leaders to explore the forces reshaping fleet management, from artificial intelligence and global supply chain disruption to workforce transformation and the next generation of fleet technology.

The discussion goes beyond predictions, focusing on how fleet organizations can stay agile, make smarter strategic decisions, and prepare for a rapidly changing operating environment.

Topics include:

• How AI is changing the role of the modern fleet manager
• Why global disruption continues to impact fleet operations and procurement
• The future of fleet leadership in an increasingly data-driven industry
• Preparing for workforce changes and emerging skill requirements
• Balancing day-to-day operations with long-term strategic planning
• What industry leaders believe fleet management will look like by 2030

If you're thinking about the future of your fleet—not just next quarter, but the next decade—this episode offers practical insights, bold predictions, and real-world perspectives from leaders helping shape what's next.

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What happens when fleet leaders move beyond the AI hype and start putting it to work? 

Recorded live at the Fleet Forward Conference, this episode explores how artificial intelligence is beginning to reshape fleet operations—from predictive maintenance and data analysis to workflow automation and decision-making. Industry experts discuss where AI is already delivering measurable results, the challenges slowing adoption, and why human expertise will remain critical as the technology evolves. 

Topics include: 

• The biggest opportunities for AI in fleet management today 
• How predictive maintenance is reducing downtime and improving uptime 
• Using AI to analyze fleet data and streamline operations 
• Common barriers to AI adoption, including security, integration, and trust 
• Why AI works best as a decision-support tool—not a replacement for fleet professionals 
• What fleet leaders should consider before investing in AI solutions 

If you're evaluating how AI can fit into your fleet strategy, this episode offers practical insights into what's working today, what's still evolving, and how to prepare for the next generation of fleet operations. 

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What happens when fleet leaders, mobility experts, and technology investors sit down to discuss the future of transportation? 

Recorded live at the Fleet Forward Conference, this episode explores the technologies reshaping fleet operations—from electrification and autonomous vehicles to AI, connected data, and the software-defined future of transportation. 

Industry experts share their perspectives on EV adoption, charging infrastructure, battery technology, residual values, autonomous fleet applications, and how AI is helping fleets unlock more value from the data they already collect. 

Topics include: 

• The current state of EV adoption and what's driving future growth 

• Why hybrid vehicles continue to gain momentum 

• Battery technology, charging infrastructure, and residual value challenges 

• How autonomous vehicles could transform fleet operations 

• The rise of AI-powered fleet insights and predictive decision-making 

• Why software and connected vehicle data are becoming competitive advantages 

If you're trying to understand where fleet technology is headed—and what it means for your organization—this episode offers practical insights from leaders helping shape the future of mobility. 

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What if the biggest challenge in fleet electrification isn't the vehicles—it's the decisions behind them? 

Recorded live at the Fleet Forward Conference, this episode explores why data has become the foundation of successful EV fleet operations. Siemens fleet and infrastructure leaders share real-world lessons from managing one of the largest corporate EV transitions in the world, including what worked, what didn't, and the costly assumptions fleets should avoid. 

From home charging programs and infrastructure planning to telematics, battery health, and change management, the discussion highlights how data-driven decisions can improve uptime, control costs, and create a smoother path to electrification. 

Topics include: 

• Why EV infrastructure planning starts with fleet data 

• Common mistakes that lead to overbuilding or underbuilding charging infrastructure 

• Lessons learned from managing thousands of EVs across diverse operating environments 

• Home charging strategies and reimbursement programs 

• Using telematics and charging data to improve fleet operations 

• The role of change management in successful EV adoption 

Whether you're evaluating your first EVs or scaling an existing program, this episode offers practical insights from fleet professionals navigating electrification every day. 

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What if you could sit down with a group of veteran fleet managers and ask them for their best operational shortcuts, lessons learned, and technology strategies?

Recorded live at the Fleet Forward Conference, this episode delivers exactly that.

Fleet leaders from government, commercial, rental, and nonprofit organizations share practical insights on AI, telematics, fleet utilization, vehicle replacement planning, EV charging infrastructure, predictive maintenance, and procurement strategies. Along the way, they discuss common mistakes, unexpected challenges, and the small changes that can make a big impact on fleet performance.

Topics include:

• Using AI to save time and improve decision-making
• Telematics strategies that improve utilization and reduce downtime
• EV charging lessons learned and infrastructure planning
• Vehicle replacement metrics that actually matter
• RFP and procurement shortcuts
• Predictive maintenance and data-driven fleet management

If you're looking for actionable ideas to improve fleet operations, increase efficiency, and stay ahead of emerging trends, this episode is full of practical takeaways from professionals who are doing the work every day.

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In this episode of Fleet Forward Podcast, industry fleet leaders get candid about what actually makes a vendor relationship succeed — and what guarantees it will fail. From customer service frustrations and technology breakdowns to RFQs, change management, and the growing impact of turnover across the industry, this conversation pulls back the curtain on the real operational challenges fleet managers are navigating every day.

Recorded live at the Fleet Forward Conference, host Chris Brown sits down with Mark Booker of Nashville Electric Service, Kimberly Fisher of NOV, and Jim Petrillo of Fujifilm to discuss the importance of communication, accountability, long-term partnerships, and why trust matters more than flashy sales pitches.

The panel also dives into:

• Why customer service can make or break vendor relationships

• The hidden operational costs of poor communication

• Managing new technology adoption across large fleets

• How fleet managers evaluate ROI beyond price alone

• What vendors consistently misunderstand about fleet operations

• The growing need for succession planning and industry knowledge transfer

• Real-world perspectives on EV charging challenges, telematics, and fleet tech implementation

Whether you're a fleet manager, supplier, OEM, or technology provider, this episode offers practical insight into the expectations, frustrations, and priorities shaping modern fleet operations.

🎧 Listen now to hear what fleet leaders are really looking for in their vendor partnerships — and the conversations the industry needs to be having next.

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In this special Fleet Forward Podcast masterclass, industry leaders break down what it really takes to build safer fleets in today’s increasingly distracted and data-driven world. From telematics and connected vehicle insights to the emotional power of storytelling, this episode explores how safety culture is created — and why data alone isn’t enough.

You’ll hear real-world insights on:

• How telematics and connected vehicle data can reduce collisions
• Why many fleets still aren’t using the safety data they already have
• The connection between distracted driving, congestion, driver behavior, and crash trends
• How storytelling and emotional connection can drive lasting behavior change
• The future of fleet safety technology, EV trends, driver monitoring, and risk management

Featuring powerful perspectives from fleet safety, mobility, and analytics leaders, this episode blends strategy, innovation, human impact, and practical takeaways for fleet professionals, operations leaders, safety managers, and anyone responsible for drivers on the road.

If you care about fleet operations, connected vehicles, telematics, driver safety, risk reduction, or the future of mobility, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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