Ep 1: Lights, Leaks and Brake Safety

Fleet Brief by Samantha Baxley

Episode notes

Hot temps, tighter enforcement, and a few costly mistakes—don’t let July catch you off guard.

This month’s Fleet Brief covers the top safety and compliance takeaways, including a three-way tie for the most common violations, quick pre-trip tips to avoid citations, and a reminder for HazMat drivers to steer clear of metro-area restrictions like Boston’s morning-rush ban.

We also spotlight enforcement spikes in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, plus key dates to watch—Operation Safe Driver Week (July 13–19) and Brake Safety Week (August 24–30). Get the scoop on the new paperless DOT medical card process and why it’s still smart to carry a backup copy.

Rounding it out: a real-world ticket breakdown, cooling system tips to beat the summer heat, and a well-earned shoutout to our Driver of the Month, Larr ... 

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