Category: Columns

WATCH+LISTEN+READ: THE BENEFITS OF PROPANE FOR THE COMMERCIAL VEHICLE PRO

As the transportation industry continues to look for cost-effective, sustainable alternatives to gasoline and diesel, propane autogas stands out as a smart energy source for fleets seeking to lower operating costs while reducing their environmental impact. A clean, reliable alternative energy source, propane autogas offers significant cost advantages for a fleet owner’s bottom line by providing fuel, maintenance, and infrastructure cost savings. Fuel costs On average, the cost of propane autogas itself is consistently less than traditional fuels. Propane autogas often costs as much as...

Easing Into a Zero-Emission Commercial Vehicle Fleet: How One Hydrogen Truck Can Start a Revolution

The push towards sustainability is no longer just a niche concern. For businesses with commercial fleets, transitioning to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs), such as electric commercial vehicles and hydrogen trucks, is becoming a priority. However, the prospect of a complete overhaul can be daunting. This is where a “start small” approach can get you started on your journey to a net-zero fleet. Piloting a single ZEV can be a game-changer, offering valuable insights and sparking a ripple effect that can transform an entire fleet. Real-World Examples...

WATCH + LISTEN: DEALERSHIP SUCCESS – Ringing in the New Year

Ardina Chaco Ferrin of CVBNetwork.com sat down with Candy McCollum, Business Development Manager, Comvoy to ring in the new year with a relaunch of our popular Dealership Success column – bringing their many collective years of working at (and leading) Commercial Dealerships to the mix. 

AI’s Accelerating the Evolution of Video Safety Systems. Here’s How.

The Rise of AI Go ahead, try to find an executive who hasn’t been trying to implement AI in one way or another. You won’t. AI is playing a big part in the evolution of vehicle video safety tech, to the benefit of fleets of all types who need detection and camera systems for commercial vehicles. Arguably the buzzword of the year (or decade, at this rate), artificial intelligence is improving video and detection systems on multiple facets. In fact, it’s raising the bar high...

Navigating Our Evolving Landscape

As we rapidly approach 2025, our industry finds itself at yet another crossroads, this of technological innovation, shifting customer expectations, and economic challenges. Dealers, fleet managers, and sales professionals must not only adapt to these changes but also leverage them as opportunities to differentiate themselves in a competitive market. Here’s a look at key trends shaping the industry and strategies to stay ahead, especially for those managing sales teams or seeking training to excel in 2025 and beyond. The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Sales...

WATCH + LISTEN: The Global Improvement Group | Matt Kallstrom

Steve Henning sat down with Matt Kallstrom, Global Improvement Group for a in depth discussion on the upward trends of the Commercial Vehicle Business World – specifically about Carbon Neutrality and Global Improvement Group’s Mission to align business with the planet – with Trees!

WATCH + LISTEN: Propane Powers the Future of Fleet EV Charging

Steve Henning, Commercial Vehicle Business Network, sat down with Jim Bunsey, Senior Manager, Business Development, Propane Education Research Council (PERC), to discuss PERC’s key role in powering the future of Fleet EV charging and what that will look like in the coming years. Read Jim’s article HERE