Blogs: Insights and News from Pedigree Technologies

Budget season has a way of sneaking up on fleet operations. One quarter you're focused on keeping equipment running and vehicles on the road. The next, you're expected to walk into a capital budget meeting with a clear case for what the fleet needs in the year ahead.

Diesel prices have climbed significantly in 2026, putting even more pressure on fleet operating budgets. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the average U.S. on-highway diesel price rose from $3.477 per gallon on January 5 to $6.529 per gallon on September 21, an increase of nearly 88%.

Every day, millions of us get up, pour a cup of coffee, get the kids out the door, head to work, and go about our day without giving much thought to how the things we rely on actually got to us.

Ask a fleet manager what their biggest operational challenge is, and driver turnover comes up almost every time. The American Trucking Associations reports that annual turnover at large truckload carriers exceeds 90% — meaning most fleets are in a near-constant cycle of recruiting, hiring, training, and losing drivers. But here's what most fleet managers don't do: calculate the actual dollar cost of that turnover for their specific operation. Until you have that number, the i

Your FMCSA Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) score is one of the most consequential numbers in your fleet operation. It affects your ability to win contracts with safety-conscious shippers, your insurance premiums, and your likelihood of being selected for roadside inspections.

At Pedigree Technologies, we believe fleet technology is only part of the story. The other part is people. That is why being active in state trucking associations and industry events is such an important part of how we work. These gatherings are not just conferences on a calendar.

Every June, the National Safety Council encourages organizations to take a closer look at how they protect their people. For fleet operators, fleet safety isn't just a monthly priority — it's a daily operational responsibility that affects drivers, equipment, and everyone sharing the road.

Cargo theft in Canada is becoming more frequent, more organized, and more expensive. For fleets, the challenge goes beyond protecting freight. It is maintaining visibility across both heavy-duty trucks and trailers from pickup to delivery.

Fuel prices continue to rise, putting pressure on private fleets. Managing fuel use effectively is no longer just about the trucks you operate. It requires a deeper understanding of driver behavior, vehicle performance, and daily operational planning.

Stolen freight affects more than just shipments. It can damage customer trust, increase insurance costs, and put driver safety at risk. With modern fleet solutions and trailer monitoring, fleets can shift from reacting after a theft to actively preventing cargo and trailer theft.

Most companies are good at tracking vehicles and heavy equipment. If someone asks where a truck or a piece of heavy equipment is, there’s usually a quick answer.

In a tough economy, it is not always the large expenses that hurt a fleet’s bottom line. The smaller, hidden costs can be the ones that quietly pile up.