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Techday NZ
28-05-2025
- Automotive
- Techday NZ
Customer demand now drives fleet shift to alternative energy
A recent industry report has found that customer demand is now the primary driver behind fleet operators' transition to alternative energy sources, with regulatory pressure playing a lesser role. The 2025 Energy Edition of Teletrac Navman's "Mobilising the Future of Fleets Report" surveyed 536 fleet operators across Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, the United Kingdom and the United States to assess the changing priorities and approaches in decarbonising business fleets. According to the report, 63% of fleets identify customer demand as the most influential factor in their switch to alternative energies. Regulation was cited by only 29% of respondents as the main influence, while 58% pointed to brand reputation and their own sustainability targets as key motivations. Alain Samaha, Chief Executive Officer of Teletrac Navman, commented on the findings: "Fleets are focusing on their own net-zero goals as a part of their corporate reputation and long-term commercial strategies, rather than just seeing it as a compliance checkbox." He added: "Customers recognise the importance of sustainable operations, and according to our research, are making active decisions around the businesses they support based on their sustainability credentials." The survey also indicates most operators are prioritising optimising existing assets over immediately purchasing new vehicles. A total of 84% of businesses reported efforts to improve their current operations. Areas of focus include regular vehicle maintenance cited by 49% of respondents, optimising vehicle utilisation by 36%, and investing in driver training (28%). Despite the operational focus, capital expenditure is not being neglected. The report reveals 61% of businesses are investing in more fuel-efficient or alternative-fuel vehicles. Of these, 48% are upgrading to more fuel-efficient models, while 31% are moving to alternatives such as electric, hybrid, or natural gas vehicles. Larger organisations with 50 or more vehicles appear to be further ahead in their sustainability journey. The data shows 62% of these operators already have active strategies aimed at improving fleet sustainability and performance. Approaches to decarbonisation differ across the industry. Four in ten fleets (42%) indicated a preference for replacing vehicles at the end of their operational life, while 46% undertake suitability assessments for their vehicles. External consultancy is utilised by only 8% for these assessments. Additionally, 30% of respondents have performed a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis—a step described by Samaha as "a crucial step to avoid costly mistakes in expenditure and vehicle choice further down the line." The growing shift towards mixed-energy fleets was also noted, with 61% of operators using more than one energy type. Of these, 32% employ three or more sources of energy in their operations. The most common alternative energy types found were plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (39%), battery electric vehicles (37%), and natural gas-powered vehicles (23%). The report found that transition progress is varied, but accelerating. Of those surveyed, 8% had already converted at least half their fleet to alternative energy sources, and 48% expected to achieve this within the next two years. This projection rises to 85% within five years. Samaha provided further comment on the industry's strategic positioning: "The push for fleet sustainability is at a pivotal moment. There is no single viewpoint on the best path forward and while concerns persist, many operators see decarbonisation as a strategic advantage." He continued: "The pace and feasibility of adoption remain points of debate, however, access to accurate data and actionable insights will be critical factors in making informed decisions that align with both business needs and sustainability goals." The survey was conducted in November 2024 and reflects a sample of medium to large fleet operators in multiple international markets.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Teletrac Navman Report Finds Over Half (63%) of Fleets Cite Customer Demand as Influential in Their Energy Transition
MILTON KEYNES, England, May 22, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Teletrac Navman, a leading connected mobility platform and Vontier company, has today launched its Mobilizing the Future of Fleets Report: 2025 Energy Edition, which found 63% of fleets are reporting customer demand as influential in their decision to switch to alternative energies, and the speed at which they do it. This is supported by over half (58%) of the businesses surveyed citing their own brand reputation and sustainability goals as the leading drivers in their energy transition, showing "Net Zero fluency" is far more weighted towards customer perception and demand than it is a compliance priority, with only 29% suggesting regulatory pressure and government mandates was guiding their decision making. "Fleets are focusing on their own net-zero goals as a part of their corporate reputation and long-term commercial strategies, rather than just seeing it as a compliance checkbox," said Alain Samaha, CEO of Teletrac Navman. "Customers recognise the importance of sustainable operations, and according to our research, are making active decisions around the businesses they support based on their sustainability credentials." As fuel continues to be a critical and volatile cost centre, fleets are favouring getting the most out of their current set-up, with 84% focusing on operational improvements rather than considering new vehicle investments. Regular vehicle maintenance (49%), optimising vehicle utilisation (36%), and investing in driver training (28%) are some of the key areas of investment cited by fleet businesses globally to ensure better handling of their existing vehicles on the road. Conversely, a significant 61% of fleets are indeed making Capex investments by upgrading to more fuel-efficient vehicles (48%) or switching to those using alternative fuels (31%), indicating an important focus on the type of vehicle being utilised and a longer-term approach being considered by businesses when reviewing and planning for their carbon reporting and impacts. The report also uncovered that the larger the fleet (by number of vehicles), the more advanced these businesses were in their transition – 62% of fleets with 50 or more vehicles indicated that they were already tackling their sustainability performance, with an active strategy to continue improving. Yet, respondents were split on their approach – 46% indicated that they complete vehicle suitability assessments with the help of external consultancy (8%), while 42% preferred an end-of-life replacement approach. Thirty per cent of fleets had also completed a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, "which is a crucial step to avoid costly mistakes in expenditure and vehicle choice further down the line," added Samaha. With the shift to mixed-energy fleets continuing, 61% of operators indicated that they used more than one energy type, with 32% using three or more energy sources; PHEV (39%), BEV (37%) and natural gas (23%) were the most widely adopted alternative energy sources. Furthermore, 8% of fleets had already transitioned at least half of their fleets and 48% expected to reach the same milestone within the next two years, increasing to 85% of fleets in the next five years. "The push for fleet sustainability is at a pivotal moment. There is no single viewpoint on the best path forward and while concerns persist, many operators see decarbonisation as a strategic advantage," continued Samaha. "The pace and feasibility of adoption remain points of debate, however, access to accurate data and actionable insights will be critical factors in making informed decisions that align with both business needs and sustainability goals." To view the full report, click here. NOTES TO EDITORS Survey results consisted of 536 respondents gathered in November 2024 from Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, the United Kingdom and the United States. About Teletrac Navman Teletrac Navman's goal is to empower the industries that transform and sustain our futures with simple and intelligent solutions that enhance the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of their operation. As a connected mobility platform for industries that manage vehicle and equipment assets, Teletrac Navman simplifies the complex so that its customers can transform the way they work through cloud-based solutions that leverage AI to unlock the power of operational insight. Teletrac Navman manages more than 700,000 vehicles and assets around the world. The company operates globally, with offices worldwide and headquarters in Northbrook IL. For more information visit Teletrac Navman is a Vontier company. About Vontier Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global industrial technology company uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving, more connected mobility ecosystem. Leveraging leading market positions, decades of domain expertise and unparalleled portfolio breadth, Vontier enables the way the world moves – delivering smart, safe and sustainable solutions to our customers and the planet. Vontier has a culture of continuous improvement and innovation built upon the foundation of the Vontier Business System and embraced by colleagues worldwide. 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Business Wire
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
Teletrac Navman Report Finds Over Half (63%) of Fleets Cite Customer Demand as Influential in Their Energy Transition
NORTHBROOK, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Teletrac Navman, a leading connected mobility platform and Vontier company, has today launched its Mobilizing the Future of Fleets Report: 2025 Energy Edition, which found 63% of fleets are reporting customer demand as influential in their decision to switch to alternative energies, and the speed at which they do it. This is supported by over half (58%) of the businesses surveyed citing their own brand reputation and sustainability goals as the leading drivers in their energy transition, showing 'Net Zero fluency' is far more weighted towards customer perception and demand than it is a compliance priority, with only 29% suggesting regulatory pressure and government mandates was guiding their decision making. 'Fleets are focusing on their own net-zero goals as a part of their corporate reputation and long-term commercial strategies, rather than just seeing it as a compliance checkbox,' said Alain Samaha, CEO of Teletrac Navman. 'Customers recognise the importance of sustainable operations, and according to our research, are making active decisions around the businesses they support based on their sustainability credentials.' As fuel continues to be a critical and volatile cost center, fleets are favoring getting the most out of their current set-up, with 84% focusing on operational improvements rather than considering new vehicle investments. Regular vehicle maintenance (49%), optimizing vehicle utilization (36%), and investing in driver training (28%) are some of the key areas of investment cited by fleet businesses globally to ensure better handling of their existing vehicles on the road. Conversely, a significant 61% of fleets are indeed making Capex investments by upgrading to more fuel-efficient vehicles (48%) or switching to those using alternative fuels (31%), indicating an important focus on the type of vehicle being utilized and a longer-term approach being considered by businesses when reviewing and planning for their carbon reporting and impacts. The report also uncovered that the larger the fleet (by number of vehicles), the more advanced these businesses were in their transition – 62% of fleets with 50 or more vehicles indicated that they were already tackling their sustainability performance, with an active strategy to continue improving. Yet, respondents were split on their approach – 46% indicated that they complete vehicle suitability assessments with the help of external consultancy (8%), while 42% preferred an end-of-life replacement approach. Thirty per cent of fleets had also completed a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, 'which is a crucial step to avoid costly mistakes in expenditure and vehicle choice further down the line,' added Samaha. With the shift to mixed-energy fleets continuing, 61% of operators indicated that they used more than one energy type, with 32% using three or more energy sources; PHEV (39%), BEV (37%) and natural gas (23%) were the most widely adopted alternative energy sources. Furthermore, 8% of fleets had already transitioned at least half of their fleets and 48% expected to reach the same milestone within the next two years, increasing to 85% of fleets in the next five years. 'The push for fleet sustainability is at a pivotal moment. There is no single viewpoint on the best path forward and while concerns persist, many operators see decarbonization as a strategic advantage,' continued Samaha. 'The pace and feasibility of adoption remain points of debate, however, access to accurate data and actionable insights will be critical factors in making informed decisions that align with both business needs and sustainability goals.' To view the full report, click here. Survey results consisted of 536 respondents gathered in November 2024 from Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, the United Kingdom and the United States. About Teletrac Navman Teletrac Navman's goal is to empower the industries that transform and sustain our futures with simple and intelligent solutions that enhance the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of their operation. As a connected mobility platform for industries that manage vehicle and equipment assets, Teletrac Navman simplifies the complex so that its customers can transform the way they work through cloud-based solutions that leverage AI to unlock the power of operational insight. Teletrac Navman manages more than 700,000 vehicles and assets around the world. The company operates globally, with offices worldwide and headquarters in Northbrook IL. For more information visit Teletrac Navman is a Vontier company. About Vontier Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global industrial technology company uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving, more connected mobility ecosystem. Leveraging leading market positions, decades of domain expertise and unparalleled portfolio breadth, Vontier enables the way the world moves – delivering smart, safe and sustainable solutions to our customers and the planet. Vontier has a culture of continuous improvement and innovation built upon the foundation of the Vontier Business System and embraced by colleagues worldwide. Additional information about Vontier is available on the Company's website
Business Wire
09-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Teletrac Navman's Asset Trackers Honored as a 2025 Concrete Contractor Top Products Award Winner
NORTHBROOK, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Teletrac Navman, a leading connected mobility platform and Vontier company, today announces that Teletrac Navman Asset Trackers have been named as a 2025 Concrete Contractor Top Products award winner. Concrete Contractor is a nationally recognized magazine serving concrete construction professionals. The award represents the concrete industry's best products gaining interest from concrete contractors and general contractors who self-perform concrete alike. 'This award acknowledges our commitment to serving the construction industry with innovative products,' said Carlos Caponera, Chief Marketing Officer at Teletrac Navman. 'We are grateful to be recognized by Concrete Contractor – and the industry – for our innovation in asset tracking.' Teletrac Navman innovated with its new indoor/outdoor Asset Trackers with a long, 10-year battery life and integration with Teletrac Navman's TN360 ACM (Asset Construction Management) platform designed specifically for asset and equipment management. The battery's long life means that equipment operators need to install the trackers just once, removing disruption and equipment loss from depleted batteries and lowering the maintenance cost and challenges of installing new ones. The awarded products, exhibiting innovation and utility, were chosen based on submitted nominations and audience engagement on then hand-selected by the publication's editorial team. 'This is my favorite time of the year for the magazine,' says Jonathan Kozlowski editor of Concrete Contractor and Rental. 'This award program not only celebrates the modernization and creativity of the industry but represents how concrete work is changing year over year. As always, I'm proud to announce the winning products of Concrete Contractor's Top Products Awards.' Additional information on award recipients can be found at About Teletrac Navman Teletrac Navman's goal is to empower the industries that transform and sustain our futures with simple and intelligent solutions that enhance the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of their operation. As a connected mobility platform for industries that manage vehicle and equipment assets, Teletrac Navman simplifies the complex so that its customers can transform the way they work through cloud-based solutions that leverage AI to unlock the power of operational insight. Teletrac Navman manages more than 700,000 vehicles and assets around the world. The company operates globally, with offices worldwide and headquarters in Northbrook IL. For more information visit Teletrac Navman is a Vontier company. About Vontier Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global industrial technology company uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving, more connected mobility ecosystem. Leveraging leading market positions, decades of domain expertise and unparalleled portfolio breadth, Vontier enables the way the world moves – delivering smart, safe and sustainable solutions to our customers and the planet. Vontier has a culture of continuous improvement and innovation built upon the foundation of the Vontier Business System and embraced by colleagues worldwide. Additional information about Vontier is available on the Company's website
Scoop
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scoop
It's Good To Be A Truckie On The Coast
Press Release – Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand The upcoming report will analyse shifts in age, gender, income trends, and even home ownership across the 33,000-strong truck-driving workforce. National road freight association Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand is partnering with Teletrac Navman to produce a detailed snapshot of the road transport sector. The report will be released at Transporting New Zealand's South Island Road Freight Seminar in Christchurch on 28 June. One of the early findings is that truck drivers on the West Coast of the South Island do well in comparison to the rest of New Zealand. 'The latest Census data shows that the West Coast has the best-paid truck drivers in the country, followed by Southland and Waikato,' says Transporting New Zealand's Policy and Advocacy Lead, Billy Clemens. 'This varies according to the different regional freight tasks and demands. Our analysis will dig into that further.' The upcoming report will analyse shifts in age, gender, income trends, and even home ownership across the 33,000-strong truck-driving workforce. It is the latest element of the Driving Change Diversity Programme, sponsored by fleet management solutions provider Teletrac Navman as part of that company's commitment to supporting workforce development in the transport sector. Clemens says having an evidence-based report of workforce trends will help road freight businesses with planning and building resilience. 'We know that over 30,000 New Zealanders work as truck drivers – as at 2023, this figure was up to 33,744. However, we've been missing evidence-based insights into the number of women working in the industry, the age of the workforce, average hours worked, income, and other demographic trends. 'Our Road Transport Workforce Snapshot will look at data from the past three censuses, along with other authoritative data sources, to paint a comprehensive picture. 'This information will help ensure Transporting New Zealand and our members are prepared for changes in the workforce, help guide our policy and project priorities and will demonstrate the progress the road freight sector is making in workforce development.' 'Transporting New Zealand is incredibly grateful for Teletrac Navman's ongoing support of the Driving Change Diversity Programme and the Road Transport Workforce Report.' Regional Rankings – Mean Truck Driver Income Across New Zealand (according to 2023 Census data) 1. West Coast 2. Southland 3. Waikato 4. Tasman 5. Marlborough 6. Manawatū-Whanganui 7. Canterbury 8. Otago 9. Taranaki 10. Bay of Plenty 11. Hawke's Bay 12. Auckland 13. Northland 14. Nelson 15. Wellington 16. Gisborne About Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand is the peak national membership association representing the road freight transport industry. Our members operate urban, rural and inter- regional commercial freight transport services throughout the country. Road is the dominant freight mode in New Zealand, transporting 92.8% of the freight task on a tonnage basis, and 75.1% on a tonne-km basis. The road freight transport industry employs over 34,000 people across more than 4700 businesses, with an annual turnover of $6 billion. About Teletrac Navman Teletrac Navman's goal is to empower the industries that transform and sustain our futures with simple and intelligent solutions that enhance the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of their operation. As a connected mobility platform for industries that manage vehicle and equipment assets, Teletrac Navman simplifies the complex so that its customers can transform the way they work through cloud-based solutions that leverage AI to unlock the power of operational insight. Teletrac Navman manages more than 700,000 vehicles and assets around the world. The company operates globally, with offices worldwide and headquarters in Northbrook IL. For more information visit Teletrac Navman is a Vontier company.
