The research highlights a long list of operational challenges that fleet managers must overcome.
Upgrade vehicles, increase fleet sustainability, and switch to electric or hybrid vehicles are the top three priorities for UK fleet managers this year, Samsara’s report reveals.
when publishing the report «2023: The way forward», Samsara revealed the priorities of that country’s fleet managers.
The connected cloud operations company has noticed New report shows focus on operational modernization; He said fleet managers are grappling with fuel costs and driver shortages.
According to the document, which surveyed 150 fleet managers, Include major priorities:
- Vehicle upgrade (98%).
- Increased fleet sustainability (82%).
- Switching to electric or hybrid vehicles (82%).
The research highlights a long list of operational challenges that fleet managers must overcome; Among them: improving road safety, increasing efficiency and hiring more drivers.
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Main results
Among the search results, Samsara notes that 94% of fleet managers report investing in new technology in 2023; The above to enhance operational modernization and improve driver experience.
Most see clear benefits in introducing connected technologies like sensors and driving cameras.It also includes less paperwork (82%), improved supply chain efficiency (75%) and the ability to make the transition easier to electric or hybrid vehicles (68%).
The move is also expected to be welcomed by the drivers. Samsara’s survey of 1,000 commercial drivers of pickup and full-size trucks, HDVs, and other vehicles reveals that A large number believe that a variety of connected technologies will have a positive impact on their work. include this technology dashcams (78%), GPS routing (77%), and mobile-based workflow tools (68%).
Philip van der Welt, Senior Vice President and General Manager, EMEA, samsaraHe commented, “Our findings confirm what we’ve known for some time: that if fleets want to protect their operations in the future, they need to modernize and adopt technology.”
“All of the challenges detailed in this report, from rising fuel costs and driver shortages to regulatory changes, road safety and the transition to electric vehicles, can all be mitigated through the use of smart and connected technology,” added the CEO.
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