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The 2024 Telematics Report is here! Get your free copy: https://lnkd.in/eEH28P3c We’re thrilled to announce the release of SambaSafety’s “2024 Telematics Report: Connecting the Dots on Strategies & Adoption.” The report explores the current state of telematics, highlighting new data on adoption, challenges and strategic shifts in risk management impacting P&C insurers, brokers and fleets. This year, we partnered with the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance and IoT Insurance Observatory to bring you exclusive insights and perspectives from industry experts: 🔹 Nancy Bendickson, CDS, CSP, ARM, Managing Consultant, Aon  🔹 Matteo Carbone, Founder & Director, IoT Insurance Observatory  🔹 Sara Wojcik, Sr. Director, DOT Compliance & Transportation Safety, Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. Key findings include:  💡 82% of commercial insurers now leverage telematics, up from 65% last year. 💡 51% of fleets plan to expand their telematics devices or providers over the next year. 💡 75% of insurers cite convincing fleets to share telematics data as the most significant barrier, while 74% of fleets indicate they don’t share data simply because they’ve never been asked. Our CEO Matt Scheuing notes, “As the industry faces mounting claims costs, nuclear verdicts and increasing roadway risks, telematics offers an important tool for overcoming these challenges. This report provides in-depth insights into how insurers, brokers and fleets are using telematics to create safer roads and establish more profitable insurance programs.” Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/dMk_dnf2

Telematics is gaining real ground in the US commercial auto insurance market: 21 of the top 25 commercial auto carriers have some kind of program in place. It's projected that within a decade, all carriers in leading markets will operate on telematics-based models for commercial lines. Learn more about the future of commercial auto insurance with Matteo Carbone and Business Reporter, and download your copy of the 2024 Telematics Report: https://lnkd.in/g3rkHHx2

64% of commercial carriers and 50% of commercial brokers plan to increase their loss control resources in the next year. One resource gaining significant attention? Driver behavior analytics. This tool offers Loss Control teams deeper visibility into risk, so they can help their clients identify and eradicate risky behaviors. Explore how analyzing driver behavior is becoming a critical part of managing risk, reducing future claims and ensuring more stable insurance portfolios: https://lnkd.in/gFp55qxm

Fleets build robust safety programs by leveraging a diverse portfolio of risk management tools. According to our recent Fleet & Insurance Survey, 72% of fleets use two or more systems, and 33% rely on four or more to complete their programs. How many systems does your company rely on to manage yours? Discover additional insights and explore expert perspectives on the future of fleet safety in our 2024 Telematics Report: https://lnkd.in/eEH28P3c

In the Fleet Compliance & Safety Spotlight of our 2024 Telematics Report, Sara Wojcik, Sr. Director of DOT Compliance & Transportation Safety at Sunbelt Rentals, Inc., discusses how telematics is a cornerstone of their fleet’s safety program and long-term strategy. It enables behavior monitoring, claim reduction, driver exoneration and much more. Explore her perspective and dive deeper into the latest in telematics by downloading the full report: https://lnkd.in/eEH28P3c

Sunday, Nov. 17, was World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. Families in Parker, Colorado, came together to honor loved ones lost in preventable crashes and demand critical road safety changes. Among the tragedies is the heartbreaking story of a 19-year-old who lost his life when an unlicensed driver ran a stop sign. With over 700 crashes in Parker this year, families are calling for action, including enhanced enforcement, better signage and Vision Zero plans to eliminate fatalities. (https://lnkd.in/eT79W3ae) At SambaSafety, our mission is to promote safer communities. This week, we’re supporting Brake, the road safety charity, in their #RoadSafetyWeek initiatives to help raise awareness and drive action. Learn how you can support Brake’s initiatives here: https://lnkd.in/gEyXPjp

Over 90% of road crashes are preventable. Yet, 5 motor vehicle deaths occur every 60 minutes (National Safety Council), leaving countless families and communities shattered. SambaSafety supports Brake, the road safety charity, in its mission to promote safer roads and raise awareness of the devastating impact of crashes during #RoadSafetyWeek and beyond. By adopting proactive safety measures, increasing driver awareness and fostering a culture of accountability, we can dramatically reduce human error behind the wheel and save lives. Learn how you can support Brake’s initiatives here: https://lnkd.in/gEyXPjp. Plus, get valuable tips on drafting a proactive driver safety policy for your company drivers: https://lnkd.in/eu9-PJW8

Thank you for your service, Kevin McReynolds, and for your commitment to promoting safer communities!

Our expert panelists explored the power of fleet-insurer partnerships in this week's webinar, "The Future of Telematics: How Fleets and Insurers Can Collaborate to Create Safer Roadways." Missed the live session? Read our blog and access the on-demand recording to learn how these partnerships can enhance risk management and drive better outcomes for both sides: https://lnkd.in/gdYX5JCN

We’re excited to announce our partnership with Haul, combining SambaSafety’s driver risk management capabilities with their powerful compliance software. “Together, we’re creating a streamlined solution that addresses the multifaceted needs of today’s fleet operations,” says Gerard Baker, Vice President of Channels at SambaSafety. With real-time driver risk insights integrated into Haul’s platform, fleets can simplify compliance, optimize fleet performance and enhance driver safety – all within a single solution 💪