The Future of Fleet Maintenance: AI, Visibility & Real Ops (TMC 2026)
From Driving Forward Podcast by GLCS, INC.
March 25, 2026 · 1h 6m
About this episode
This episode discusses the strategic advantages of fleet maintenance technology and the evolving landscape of operations in the industry.
At TMC 2026, one theme kept surfacing across every conversation: Fleet maintenance technology is a strategic advantage. In this special compilation episode of the Driving Forward Podcast, Nate Johnson speaks with leaders across fleet maintenance, telematics, and transportation technology about what’s really changing behind the scenes. From modern maintenance platforms to real-time visibility, AI-driven automation, and breakdown response innovation, this episode brings together the perspectives shaping how fleets operate, maintain assets, and control costs in today’s market. Across every conversation, one reality stands out: Technology alone isn’t solving the problem. Execution, integration, and usability are. 🚚 Whether you’re running a fleet, leading operations, or rethinking your tech stack, this episode offers a clear, ground-level view of where fleet maintenance is heading next. Special thanks to TMC and our guests. Jay Stone of Squarerigger Mike Uremovich of Xirgo Technologies Craig Schneider of Tow4Tech Jeff Walker of SDVerse Travis Coffman of DataDis
People in this episode
Host: Nate Johnson
Guests: Jay Stone, Mike Uremovich, Craig Schneider, Jeff Walker, Travis Coffman
Topics covered
- fleet maintenance
- AI
- telematics
- transportation technology
- real-time visibility
- automation
- cost control
Keywords
- fleet maintenance
- AI-driven automation
- real-time visibility
- breakdown response
- technology integration
- cost control
- transportation technology
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Squarerigger, Xirgo Technologies, Tow4Tech, SDVerse, DataDis
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