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What is fleet lifecycle management? Guide to extend your vehicle’s life

Get the most out of every vehicle in your fleet by mastering fleet lifecycle management and learn how Geotab can help along the way.

July 29, 2025

5 minute read

How DEF Works

What is DEF? How diesel exhaust fluid works and why it's essential for fleets

DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) is a solution of 32.5% urea and 67.5% deionized water injected into diesel exhaust to reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions by up to 90% via Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR).

July 16, 2025

4 minute read

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9 strategies to increase fleet fuel efficiency and lower fuel costs

Increasing fuel efficiency means immediate cost savings and long-term operational benefits. Even a 10% improvement can save mid-sized fleets tens of thousands of dollars and reduce their carbon footprint.

July 8, 2025

4 minute read

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Fuel efficiency techniques every truckload carrier should know

Discover how telematics can transform your fleet's fuel management, tackling wasted spend from idling to driver behavior for significant cost savings and a more sustainable operation.

May 30, 2025

3 minute read

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Six ways telematics reduces costs for waste management fleets

Discover how telematics can cut costs for waste management fleets through optimized routing, proactive vehicle maintenance, accurate billing and enhanced efficiency.

May 16, 2025

6 minute read

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What is last-mile delivery? (Cost + benefits guide)

Discover how last-mile delivery impacts costs, efficiency and customer satisfaction, and learn how technology can help streamline the process.

January 17, 2025

5 minute read

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Trucking logistics: What it is, how it works, and how telematics reduces costs (2026)

Trucking logistics covers the planning, management and execution of moving goods by truck. This guide explains how telematics technology helps North American fleets reduce costs and improve supply chain performance.

January 17, 2025

6 minute read

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What is route optimization? How to improve fleet efficiency

Tired of inefficient routes and missed deliveries? Discover how route optimization can improve fleet operations.

December 4, 2024

5 minute read

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The seven best fleet fuel cards: How to choose the right one for your business?

Fleet fuel cards help businesses reduce fuel costs, control driver spending, and simplify expense reporting. Here is what you need to know before choosing one.

November 25, 2024

6 minute read

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Fleet fuel management systems: Top tools for efficiency

Fuel management systems improve your fleet’s fuel efficiency and reduce fuel costs. The list below covers the pros, cons and features of the top 10 options.

November 25, 2024

9 minute read

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What is predictive maintenance (PdM)? Benefits, challenges & examples for fleet management

Predictive maintenance could be the key to avoiding breakdowns and expensive repairs.

September 12, 2024

7 minute read

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