Market Insights

After nearly four years of weak rates and excess capacity, the trucking market is finally showing signs of turning—mostly because supply is leaving the system, not because demand is booming.

As emerging technologies take hold of an ever-shifting fleet industry, fleet operators are inclined to explore autonomy, adopt connectivity, introduce electrification and experiment with shared programs. Cox Automotive Mobility and FleetNet America surveyed fleet operators across the country to gauge their thoughts on the A.C.E.S. future. Learn more about how Autonomous, Connected, Electric, and Shared…

Driven by emerging technologies, the future of fleets will comprise of high-tech vehicles. Leveraging the latest insights and market research, this study aims to inform fleet owners, operators, and managers about the ever-changing technology landscape that will continue to redevelop the nature of fleet vehicles. In the study you’ll discover more about fleet ADAS adoption…

June 8, 2023 – As the summer season approaches, it’s crucial to take various factors into consideration to ensure that your fleet operates at maximum efficiency and minimizes downtime. While the industry has been dealing with service technician shortages, there are signs of improvement compared to the challenges faced in the summer of 2022. Labor market tightness…

There’s a misconception that not everyone can be a leader. In the fleet maintenance industry, we’ve found this to not be true – anyone can be a leader if they are willing to put in the work. In our line of business, being a leader in safety is something we all aspire to be. A…

The challenges have been undertaken, skills have been put to the test, and now the results of TMC SuperTech are in – and Dickinson Fleet Services has done itself proud once again.

It may only be August, but 2020 will arrive sooner than you think – and it’s best to be prepared. Read on to learn about some of the current and upcoming Fleet Management Trends and how they are changing the rules of the fleet management industry.   Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) It’s likely that you have used…

Indianapolis, IN (February 12, 2019) – Dickinson Fleet Services (“Dickinson” or “DFS”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Highway Express Trailer Repair Company, continuing Dickinson’s rapid growth trajectory and further solidifying DFS as the leader in the dynamic Chicagoland and broader Illinois markets. Highway Express marks the sixth acquisition in the last 10 months…

Last week wrapped up the American Trucking Association’s annual TMC National Technician Skills Competition (SuperTech) held in Orlando Florida. For the 3rd consecutive year, we’re pleased to announce that all technicians (5 in total) representing Dickinson Fleet Services advanced to the Finals in their respective divisions. We’re also very pleased to announce that for the…

Wow…it’s hard to believe 2017 is going to be coming to a close very soon. What a year it has been for all of us here at Dickinson Fleet Services! Let’s take a look… 20th Anniversary Celebration Earlier this year, our company celebrated its 20th anniversary in beautiful St. Petersburg, FL. Our company was founded…