AFLA Conference Archives-Learn from Drivers

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The Hourglass Foundation, AFLA's 2020 Charity of the Year, supports trade school scholarships for first-generation students in higher education, aiming to fill a projected 46,000 technician gap by 2026. They provide opportunities through vehicle and monetary donations, emphasizing that financial aid can be life-changing. The foundation awarded 10 scholarships in 2019-2020, with plans to increase to 20 in the following year. Following this, the AFLA conference transitioning online featured a panel discussion with fleet drivers Travis Belowski, Samuel Wright, and Ellen Kerbo, moderated by Jeff Lucas. Each driver relayed the importance of vehicle safety, appropriate equipment, and communication from fleet managers. They emphasized ongoing safety training, regular vehicle maintenance, and the integration of advanced technology, like telematics and sensors, to improve driver safety and efficiency. The panelists highlighted the value of understanding driver needs and behavior, advocating for face-to-face or virtual communications to bridge the gap between fleet managers and drivers. The session underscored the need for cooperation in ensuring safe, efficient fleet operations in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Panel: Travis Bielawski, Ellen Kirbo and Sam Wright
Moderator: Jeff Lucas

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Location Virtual

Year 2020

Keywords

Hourglass Foundation

trade school scholarships

technician gap

vehicle donations

fleet safety

telematics

driver communication

AFLA conference

Virtual

2020