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. Is your fleet ready for what’s next? Register for the NextGen Fleet Road Show, presented by AT&T and Geotab.    We’re bringing live demos and expert consultations to a city near you.    Register today! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nextgenfleet.events/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠att.com/fleetmanagement ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

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. Is your fleet ready for what’s next? Register for the NextGen Fleet Road Show, presented by AT&T and Geotab.    We’re bringing live demos and expert consultations to a city near you.    Register today! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nextgenfleet.events/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠att.com/fleetmanagement ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

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. Is your fleet ready for what’s next? Register for the NextGen Fleet Road Show, presented by AT&T and Geotab.    We’re bringing live demos and expert consultations to a city near you.    Register today! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nextgenfleet.events/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠att.com/fleetmanagement ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

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 2030If 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.Is your fleet ready for what’s next? Register for the NextGen Fleet Road Show, presented by AT&T and Geotab.    We’re bringing live demos and expert consultations to a city near you.    Register today! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nextgenfleet.events/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠att.com/fleetmanagement ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

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. Is your fleet ready for what’s next? Register for the NextGen Fleet Road Show, presented by AT&T and Geotab.    We’re bringing live demos and expert consultations to a city near you.    Register today! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nextgenfleet.events/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠att.com/fleetmanagement ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠