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Inside ATSSA 2025 – How Royal Truck is Advancing Highway Safety
In this special edition of Under the UFP Hood, host Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher of Utility Fleet Professional, sits down with Ashley Matyas of Royal Truck & Equipment on the floor of ATSSA 2025. Together, they discuss the critical role of attenuator trucks in protecting highway workers, Royal Truck’s decades-long commitment to innovation in road […]
UFP Deep Dive: Hydraulic Hose Failures: The Hidden Risks in Utility Fleets
Hydraulic hoses might not be the first thing you think about in utility fleet maintenance, but when they fail, the consequences can be severe. In this episode, we take a deep dive into an insightful article by Jim Olson and Craig Ries from Terex Utilities, uncovering the critical safety risks, common causes of hose failures, […]
Under The UFP Hood – Building a Resilient Safety Culture: Insights from Caterpillar Safety Services with Kelly Scott
Dive into the latest episode of Under the UFP Hood as host Kurt Moreland explores how Caterpillar Safety Services is revolutionizing safety culture in the utility and pipeline industries. Joined by Kelly Scott, a safety services specialist, they unpack the methodologies and tools used to enhance leadership, foster a resilient safety culture, and bridge generational […]
Under the UFP Hood – From Reactive to Proactive – How AI is Transforming Fleet Maintenance
In this episode of Under the UFP Hood, Kurt Moreland dives into the evolving world of fleet management with Zach Searcy, Senior Fleet Content Manager at Fleetio. They discuss how cutting-edge technologies are transforming fleet operations, from predictive analytics and telematics to streamlined maintenance solutions. Discover how utility fleets can improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and […]
Under The UFP Hood – The Future of Fleet Management – AI’s Role in Accident Prevention – Stefan Heck, founder and CEO of Nauto
Join Kurt Moreland, associate publisher of Utility Fleet Professional, as he sits down with Stefan Heck, founder and CEO of Nauto, to explore how AI technology is transforming safety in the commercial fleet industry. Stefan shares insights into how AI can predict and prevent accidents by detecting risks like driver distraction and drowsiness. Learn how fleets can reduce […]
Under the UFP Hood – AI & Technology in Fleet Management – Erin Gilchrist, IntelliShift
Join host Kurt Moreland and guest Erin Gilchrist, Fleet Evangelist at IntelliShift, as they delve into the world of AI and technology in fleet management. In this episode, they discuss the challenges faced by utility fleets and explore how AI can help increase driving safety culture, improve maintenance processes, and enhance overall fleet sustainability. Key […]
Under The UFP Hood – Unlocking SEMA – A Fleet Manager’s Guide to Hidden Gems & Industry Insights
In this episode of the Utility Fleet Professional (UFP) Podcast, Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher of UFP, dives into an often-overlooked event that should be on every fleet manager’s radar—the SEMA Show. Held annually in Las Vegas, SEMA offers a treasure trove of products and solutions for fleet managers, especially those in the western United States. […]