Across the industry, an increasing number of fleet managers are looking to maximize road time for their class 8 trucks through data generated while their trucks are on the road.

The popular Kenworth Essentials App for Apple and Android smartphones and mobile devices features the Kenworth T680 and Kenworth T880 Driver Academy video series in the app’s menu of information developed specifically for Kenworth drivers and customers.

Crashes, theft, and vandalism are all inherent risks in the trucking industry and insurance companies continue to raise truck fleet insurance premiums to cover the costs. With higher deductibles and extra liability on the line, it’s more important than ever for fleet managers to focus on fleet safety with good training and reliable technology.