Samsara Guides

What is Last Mile Delivery?
Last mile delivery has become a key differentiating factor for retailers. However, aside from being ...

How to Choose the Best ELD to Track IFTA
From tracking mileage to auditing fuel purchases, IFTA reporting can be complex and time-consuming. ...

What is a Logbook?
Before electronic logging, drivers recorded their duty status using paper records in logbooks. Today...

How to Stay Compliant Using ELDs in Texas
Texas is a major hub for trucking and freight movement in the U.S. As the second-largest state by bo...
How to Keep Track of Your Assets with Dumpster Tracking Software
Dumpster tracking software can be a great investment for your fleet. By remotely monitoring your rol...

In-cab speed warnings: Guide for fleet safety managers
Speeding (driving faster than the posted speed limit) is a leading cause of accidents among commerci...

How Insurance Companies with Telematics Programs Increase Fleet Safety
The FMCSA estimated that fleet transportation accidents cost over 2,000 lives and $20B in financial ...

How Fleet Management Software can Help Food Delivery Fleets Stay Efficient
With a fleet management software solution, fleet managers can quickly locate their vehicles, monitor...

3 fleet safety products revolutionizing driver safety
According to a recent Frost & Sullivan report, safety is the number one priority for 36% of fleet ma...

What is an Owner-Operator?
Many drivers dream of becoming owner-operators so they can become their own boss and make their own ...

The complete guide to California smog check requirements
California’s stringent emissions standards and smog check requirements can have a major impact on fl...

What is a Payload?
Knowing the payload capacity of the vehicle helps drivers know the maximum amount of weight they can...

What is a Converter Dolly?
A converter dolly enables a tractor unit to pull trailers. Learn about the different parts of a conv...

Everything You Need to Know About Short-Haul Trucking
Short haul trucking combines the freedom of the open road with the stability and home time that driv...

A complete guide to tire pressure monitoring systems
The purpose of a TPMS is to alert drivers if a tire’s air pressure reaches a dangerous level. A TPMS...

FMCSA Drug Testing: How to Keep Your Fleet Compliant
The FMCSA requires mandatory drug and alcohol testing for every commercial motor vehicle driver. 50%...

What are the Benefits of Predictive Maintenance?
A predictive maintenance solution analyzes sensor data and predicts equipment or vehicle failure by ...

What is an anti-lock braking system (ABS)?
An anti-lock braking system (ABS) is a safety feature that prevents wheels from locking to avoid ski...

How to Choose the Best NVR Camera System for Your Business
Network video recorder (NVR) camera systems can help you gain visibility into your site operations a...

What is an Electronic On-Board Recorder (EOBR)?
Electronic on-board recorders (EOBR) were used to monitor when fleet vehicles were moving and record...

Everything You Need to Know About Hours of Service Rules in Canada
Canada’s hours of service (HOS) rules are generally less restrictive than U.S. regulations. An elect...

Why Fleets Are Using the RP1226 Connector in Their Vehicles
The RP1226 connector is an easy-to-use, standardized cable to connect your heavy-duty vehicle data t...
Prev
1
2
...
7
Next




