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Read moreWinter is here, bringing rain, sleet, snow and frigid temperatures. These weather conditions can make it harder for fleet vehicles and drivers to perform safely on the road.
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration, there’s an average of 5,891,000 vehicle crashes each year, and approximately 21% are weather-related.1. Twenty-four percent of weather-related vehicle crashes occur on snowy, slushy or icy pavement, and 15% happen during snowfall or sleet.2.
Over 70% of U.S roads are located in snowy regions that receive more than five inches of annual average snowfall,2. meaning that the potential impact on fleet travels can be significant. The estimated annual cost of weather-related delays for trucking companies ranges from $2.2B to $3.5B dollars.3.
To help keep fleet drivers and vehicles protected and productive this winter season, here are six tips to keep in mind.
While winter weather can hinder productivity and increase safety risks, being proactively prepared to drive in it is a fleet’s best defense. Schedule a demo today at verizonconnect.com to see how telematics can help your organization promote fleet safety during winter months and all year round.
1.https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/weather/q1_roadimpact.htm
2.https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/weather/weather_events/snow_ice.htm
3.(Source: "Analysis of Weather Incident Effects on Commercial Vehicle Mobility in Large U.S. Cities," Mitretek Systems) https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/weather/q1_roadimpact.htm
4.https://www.michigan.gov/documents/msp/2020_OHSP_WinterDriving_Infographic_V5.11_708280_7.pdf
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