Business Fleet

06/12/2026

For small fleet operators, fuel cards have traditionally come with plenty of hoops to jump through, from vehicle minimums to lengthy approval processes.

That's why expansion into the U.S. is worth keeping an eye on. The Canadian company says its digital fuel card platform is designed specifically for small and midsize businesses, with no vehicle minimums and a mobile-first approach to fuel and expense management.

As more small fleets look for tools that simplify administration and improve spending visibility, this is a space that continues to evolve.

Read more: https://loom.ly/jo7CXFI

06/12/2026

Nobody talks enough about how personal running a small fleet really is. When a truck goes down, it’s not just “downtime.” It’s missed jobs, stress, phone calls, and trying to keep the whole week from falling apart.

That’s why the way small fleets operate in 2026 is changing fast.

Read more here: https://loom.ly/lveX1fs

Learn the six rules to boost safety, lower operating costs, improve uptime, and streamline daily operations for small fleet operations.

06/10/2026

The fleets getting the most done right now are not always the biggest. They’re the most adaptable.

Small fleet leaders have become masters of balancing uptime, driver needs, maintenance, compliance, budgeting, and customer expectations all at once. And in many cases, they’re doing it without large back-office support.

That balancing act is becoming one of the most important leadership skills in the industry.

This feature explores the day-to-day reality behind managing a small fleet and why the role has evolved far beyond “keeping trucks running.”

Read the full story here: https://loom.ly/SO-OKlQ

06/10/2026

Most small fleet owners don’t need more meetings or more software.

They need fewer headaches, less downtime, better communication, and systems that actually save time instead of creating more work. A lot of the tips in this piece are simple, practical changes that can make a real difference day to day.

Read it here: https://loom.ly/VuRZCNs

06/08/2026

We're back. Business Fleet has returned with a fresh new look, faster performance, and a better experience designed for today's fleet professionals.

The mission hasn't changed. We're still delivering the fleet news, insights, and expertise you rely on. We've just made it easier to find, read, and explore.

See what's new and take a look around:

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06/05/2026

Retention doesn’t start when a driver is ready to quit. It starts with the everyday signals fleets send about safety, support, fairness, and reliability.

This piece breaks down how predictive telematics can improve driver trust, reduce frustration, and strengthen retention efforts across fleets.

Read it here: https://loom.ly/L4mBDSY

06/04/2026

Automotive Service Professionals Month is getting a new home. The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) announced that beginning in 2026-2027, Automotive Service Professionals Month will move from June to April and October to align with Spring and Fall Car Care Months.

For fleet operators, the change creates additional opportunities to recognize the technicians who keep vehicles safe, reliable, and on the road while connecting that recognition to broader vehicle maintenance and safety campaigns.

ASE will continue to observe Automotive Service Professionals Month this June before the transition begins.

Read more about the change and what it means for the industry: https://loom.ly/GZB7fYc

06/03/2026

Ford Pro is expanding its 5-year/100,000-mile Limited Powertrain Warranty across a wider range of 2027 fleet vehicles, from pickups and SUVs to EVs and vans.

The expanded coverage could help business fleets lower total cost of ownership while boosting long-term vehicle value.

Read more: https://loom.ly/ZxlYwdc

06/02/2026

A disaster declaration can decide whether your fleet gets help fast… or waits months. Most people hear “federal disaster declared” and think the process starts in D.C. It doesn’t.

It starts with local damage assessments, documentation, and whether critical infrastructure actually gets reported correctly in those first few days.

For fleet leaders, that can impact everything from reimbursement eligibility to facility repairs and recovery timelines.

Read the full story here: https://loom.ly/gc3DkxI

06/02/2026

If you’ve spent enough time running a small fleet, you start realizing fleet problems are never just fleet problems. A vehicle goes down, and suddenly it affects the entire day. Customers are waiting. Schedules get shuffled. Drivers get frustrated. The office starts fielding calls. Everyone feels it.

That’s probably why so many small business owners think about their fleet constantly, even when they’re technically wearing ten other hats.

This article really captures how connected fleet has become to the health of the entire business, especially for smaller operations where there’s very little margin for disruption.

Read it: https://loom.ly/9JN9des