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Field Services

How to Protect Your Trailers From Theft With GPS Tracking

Learn how GPS trailer tracking protects equipment from theft and keeps job sites running on schedule. See which tracker setup fits your fleet.

Logan Jones

Aug 12, 2026 • 5 min read

Vehicle Tracker

ELDs Explained: How They Work, Who Needs One, and What They Cost

ELDs are required for most commercial fleets. Learn costs, FMCSA requirements, exemptions, and how they support fleet compliance and safety.

Maria Coleman

Aug 6, 2026 • 7 min read

Fleet Management

Fleet Liability Protection: The Gap Between Having Telematics and Being Covered

Having a telematics system isn't the same as being protected. Learn the real liability risks service fleets face, the misconceptions that leave them exposed, and what to look for in a provider that closes the gap.

Maria Coleman

Jun 23, 2026 • 10 min read

Insurance

What Insurance Carriers Actually Look for in Your Fleet

Learn what insurance carriers look for in your fleet, how telematics data supports your case, and steps to take before your next renewal.

Peyton Rosier

Jun 22, 2026 • 10 min read

Fleet Management

Dispatching Software for Small Businesses: How It Works and What to Look For

Learn how fleet dispatching helps teams save time, reduce costs, and simplify scheduling with smart tools and real-time tracking.

Peyton Rosier

Jun 19, 2026 • 5 min read

Fuel Savings

Fleet Fuel Management: How to Control What You Can When Fuel Prices Are High

Gas prices are out of your hands. Your fuel consumption isn't. Learn how to cut fleet fuel waste through idle reduction, smarter routing, and driver behavior tracking.

Peyton Rosier

Jun 19, 2026 • 7 min read

Snow and Ice Management

Blog posts for the Snow and Ice Management industry.

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Winter Fleet Prep: How to Keep Service Vehicles Running in Cold Weather

Prepare your service fleet for harsh winter weather with practical tips on maintenance, safety, and technology that reduce breakdowns, risk, and downtime.

Logan Jones

Dec 18, 2025 • 7 min read

Winter Tips for Road-Clearing Fleets

Get tips for maintaining and operating road-clearing fleets during winter. Learn how to keep your fleet running smoothly in cold weather conditions.

Maria Coleman

Oct 9, 2023 • 5 min read

Snow Plows to the Rescue: From Road Clearing to Hero in One Night

Snow plows are the unsung heroes of the road. From clearing snow-covered streets to ensuring public safety, snow plows keep communities safe.

Maria Coleman

Oct 9, 2023 • 5 min read

Vehicle Tracker

Blog posts about the use of vehicle tracking in fleet operations.

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ELDs Explained: How They Work, Who Needs One, and What They Cost

ELDs are required for most commercial fleets. Learn costs, FMCSA requirements, exemptions, and how they support fleet compliance and safety.

Maria Coleman

Aug 6, 2026 • 7 min read

What Is Geofencing and How Does It Work?

Geofencing lets you draw a digital boundary around any job site or yard — and get an alert the moment a vehicle crosses it. Here's how it works and how to set it up.

Logan Jones

Jun 11, 2026 • 5 min read

Why The Skilled Trades Shortage Leads to Opportunity

Skilled trades face a major labor shortage. Linxup’s Naeem Bari explains why trades offer strong careers, how technology is changing the field, and what comes next.

Maria Coleman

Apr 1, 2026 • 7 min read

Trucking and Transportation

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Linxup Joins Wreaths Across America in Honoring the Nation’s Heroes This Holiday Season — Linxup

Linxup joins Wreaths Across America to honor veterans and recognize the small fleets delivering wreaths to cemeteries nationwide this holiday season.

Maria Coleman

Nov 11, 2025 • 7 min read

Honoring Those Who Served: Meet the Veterans of Linxup — Linxup

Meet the Linxup veterans whose stories of service, sacrifice, and teamwork continue to inspire our culture.

Maria Coleman

Nov 11, 2025 • 7 min read

10 Best Fleet GPS Tracking Systems in 2025

Discover the best fleet GPS tracking systems of 2025 to increase efficiency, safety, and cost control. Compare top providers for your fleet.

Maria Coleman

Jun 26, 2025 • 5 min read

Field Services

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How to Protect Your Trailers From Theft With GPS Tracking

Learn how GPS trailer tracking protects equipment from theft and keeps job sites running on schedule. See which tracker setup fits your fleet.

Logan Jones

Aug 12, 2026 • 5 min read

ELDs Explained: How They Work, Who Needs One, and What They Cost

ELDs are required for most commercial fleets. Learn costs, FMCSA requirements, exemptions, and how they support fleet compliance and safety.

Maria Coleman

Aug 6, 2026 • 7 min read

Home Services Industry Trends for 2026

Aging homes, a locked housing market, and a labor shortage that isn't going away. Here's what's shaping demand for trades businesses in 2026 and how to prepare.

Maria Coleman

May 20, 2026 • 15 min read

Fleet Management

Blog posts about fleet management and operations.

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Fleet Liability Protection: The Gap Between Having Telematics and Being Covered

Having a telematics system isn't the same as being protected. Learn the real liability risks service fleets face, the misconceptions that leave them exposed, and what to look for in a provider that closes the gap.

Maria Coleman

Jun 23, 2026 • 10 min read

Dispatching Software for Small Businesses: How It Works and What to Look For

Learn how fleet dispatching helps teams save time, reduce costs, and simplify scheduling with smart tools and real-time tracking.

Peyton Rosier

Jun 19, 2026 • 5 min read

Running a Seasonal Fleet? Here’s How GPS Tracking Makes It Manageable

Learn how GPS tracking helps seasonal businesses onboard new crews faster, protect your equipment, and keep operations running during your busiest months.

Logan Jones

May 29, 2026 • 5 min read

Construction

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How to Protect Your Trailers From Theft With GPS Tracking

Learn how GPS trailer tracking protects equipment from theft and keeps job sites running on schedule. See which tracker setup fits your fleet.

Logan Jones

Aug 12, 2026 • 5 min read

How to Secure Your Construction Site at Night — Linxup

Protect your construction site from after-hours theft with these 7 proven security measures, including GPS tracking, surveillance cameras, and nightly checklists.

Logan Jones

Oct 20, 2025 • 7 min read

Improve Operations with GPS and Construction Management Software

GPS tracking and construction resource management software offer construction companies a reliable tool to streamline operations and optimize resources.

Maria Coleman

Feb 21, 2024 • 5 min read

Concrete

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Maintenance Tracking for Equipment and Vehicles at Kistner Concrete

See how one Concrete Construction Company uses Maintenance Tracking and more. Discover the benefits of maintenance tracking today.

Maria Coleman

Oct 9, 2023 • 5 min read

Landscaping

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Mower Maintenance Tips for a New Season of Commercial Lawn Care

Get your fleet spring-ready with safety tips on weather hazards & preventative maintenance. See how Linxup’s GPS tracking & dash cams keep your team safe all season.

Maria Coleman

Mar 13, 2025 • 5 min read

Winning the Labor Shortage Battle in Landscaping

If you can’t find new workers, you need to make sure you are retaining your current workers and helping them become more efficient and more productive.

Maria Coleman

Oct 9, 2023 • 5 min read

Lawncare Company Issues Solved by Intelligent Fleet Management Systems

If you own or manage a lawn care company, intelligent fleet management systems offer an arsenal of tools to solve your biggest problems! Click to see how!

Maria Coleman

Oct 9, 2023 • 5 min read

Featured

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Maximizing Fuel Savings for Small Fleet-Based Businesses

GPS Fleet Management Software can help businesses become more efficient and save on fuel costs.

Maria Coleman

Jan 24, 2023 • 5 min read

Dash Cam

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ELDs Explained: How They Work, Who Needs One, and What They Cost

ELDs are required for most commercial fleets. Learn costs, FMCSA requirements, exemptions, and how they support fleet compliance and safety.

Maria Coleman

Aug 6, 2026 • 7 min read

How to Help Your Drivers Adjust to Dash Cams (And Not Tune Out Alerts)

Dash cams can improve fleet safety and reduce false claims. Learn how to introduce them to drivers, build trust, and get the most from your fleet technology.

Peyton Rosier

Mar 12, 2026 • 7 min read

Landscaping Equipment Spring Maintenance Guide + Checklist

Spring equipment failures cost landscaping businesses more than repair bills. Use this maintenance checklist to inspect trucks, mowers, trailers and more.

Maria Coleman

Mar 6, 2026 • 7 min read

Coaching

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Fleet Management Costs: Common Expenses and How To Calculate Them

From fuel and maintenance to insurance and telematics, learn how to calculate and reduce fleet management costs to optimize budget and spending.

Maria Coleman

Sep 12, 2025 • 10 min read

The Dangers of Distracted Driving for Fleets

Distracted driving costs fleets money, safety, and trust. See how to prevent accidents and build a culture of safe driving.

Logan Jones

Sep 2, 2025 • 5 min read

Fleet Safety: What Every Field Service Business Needs to Know

See survey results on the top 2025 fleet safety trends and how service businesses can cut costs, keep drivers safe, and build customer trust.

Maria Coleman

Aug 22, 2025 • 7 min read

Fuel Savings

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Fleet Fuel Management: How to Control What You Can When Fuel Prices Are High

Gas prices are out of your hands. Your fuel consumption isn't. Learn how to cut fleet fuel waste through idle reduction, smarter routing, and driver behavior tracking.

Peyton Rosier

Jun 19, 2026 • 7 min read

Why The Skilled Trades Shortage Leads to Opportunity

Skilled trades face a major labor shortage. Linxup’s Naeem Bari explains why trades offer strong careers, how technology is changing the field, and what comes next.

Maria Coleman

Apr 1, 2026 • 7 min read

11 Geotab Alternatives Ranked by Price, Features, and User Experience

Explore 11 Geotab alternatives ranked by price, features, and user experience. Find the right fleet tracking solution for your small or mid-sized team.

Peyton Rosier

Mar 27, 2026 • 7 min read

HVAC

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How HVAC Companies Use Geofencing to Manage Technician Dispatch

Geofencing does more than track where your techs are. Here's how HVAC companies use it to cut drive time, reduce fuel costs, and get more jobs done each day.

Maria Coleman

Jun 13, 2026 • 5 min read

Make More Service Calls Like HVAC Company Harris Integrated Solutions

Want to Make More Service Calls? See how one HVAC Company uses Linxup to improve customer service and increase revenue.

Maria Coleman

Oct 9, 2023 • 5 min read

News

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What Is IFTA Reporting, Who Needs to Register, and Why Does It Matter?

IFTA reporting is a quarterly requirement for fleets crossing state lines. Here's what it covers, whether it applies to your trucks, and how to stop doing it by hand.

Logan Jones

Jun 3, 2026 • 5 min read

What Is DVIR, What Are the FMCSA Exceptions, and What Are Common Defects?

Learn what a Driver Vehicle Inspection Report is, what it covers, who's required to do it, and how a five-minute pre-trip habit can keep your fleet off the shoulder of the highway — and out of trouble with the DOT.

Peyton Rosier

May 15, 2026 • 5 min read

Press Release: Linxup Integrates with Draivn to Streamline Commercial Auto Insurance for Fleet Operators

New integration connects Linxup customers directly to carriers that value telematics data, delivering faster quotes and better pricing for safer fleets.

Maria Coleman

May 11, 2026 • 5 min read

Business Management

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Preparing for International Roadcheck 2026

Get your fleet ready for International Roadcheck 2026 with tips on inspections, compliance, and how Linxup helps you stay prepared.

Peyton Rosier

Apr 3, 2026 • 7 min read

Why The Skilled Trades Shortage Leads to Opportunity

Skilled trades face a major labor shortage. Linxup’s Naeem Bari explains why trades offer strong careers, how technology is changing the field, and what comes next.

Maria Coleman

Apr 1, 2026 • 7 min read

11 Geotab Alternatives Ranked by Price, Features, and User Experience

Explore 11 Geotab alternatives ranked by price, features, and user experience. Find the right fleet tracking solution for your small or mid-sized team.

Peyton Rosier

Mar 27, 2026 • 7 min read

Safety

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ELDs Explained: How They Work, Who Needs One, and What They Cost

ELDs are required for most commercial fleets. Learn costs, FMCSA requirements, exemptions, and how they support fleet compliance and safety.

Maria Coleman

Aug 6, 2026 • 7 min read

Fleet Compliance: How to Stay Safe and Avoid Penalties

Learn what fleet compliance covers, who it applies to, and how small service fleets can stay DOT- and FMCSA-audit-ready without a full-time fleet manager.

Maria Coleman

May 13, 2026 • 10 min read