As summer approaches, now is the time for transportation business owners and drivers to prepare for the rush of customers that will arrive in the next few months. This applies to charter buses, tour buses, limousines, and shuttle vans.
Many passenger transportation businesses see an uptick during this time because people tend to do more traveling. Warm weather and school vacations are two factors that encourage people to travel during the summer. This results in an increase in demand for tour buses, sightseeing tours, and other passenger transportation services.
Starting Your Summer Checklist
There are a few things business owners and drivers can do to prepare. This involves paying more attention to staffing, maintaining vehicles, and more.
Hiring and Training Staff
Experienced business owners may already be aware of the influx of customers coming their way before things get busy. Business owners should ensure they have adequate staffing to meet the incoming demand. Also, these drivers or staffers should be properly trained ahead of time so that it does not impact operations. To do this, business owners should begin the hiring process now.
Vehicle Maintenance
All of the vehicles in your fleet should be checked regularly. However, if they are not, you should make sure that your vehicle is in proper working condition. It’s best to handle any maintenance before the summer season. This will allow you to take care of any serious repairs ahead of time. You never want to be in the middle of the busy season and then encounter a serious issue with your vehicle. With things in overdrive, addressing these issues during summer may be more challenging than during slower periods of the year.
Ensure Compliance
Transportation businesses must always comply with state and federal laws. This not only ensures the safety of passengers but drivers as well. Complying also helps business owners to avoid any fines or penalties that could negatively impact their business operations. In serious cases, failure to comply could result in lawsuits or the revocation of a business’s operation license. To prepare for the busy summer season, drivers and business owners can make sure that drivers are up-to-date on all of their necessary paperwork.
Updated Technology
The right technology can be a huge asset to drivers. It can help them perform their jobs more efficiently. For example, drivers with a high-quality GPS tracking system can help drivers reach their destinations faster. Business owners may also want vehicle tracking software that will more accurately track their fleet of vehicles.
Helping To Ensure Your Protection
Easily protect your business ahead of the summer season with KF&B Program Managers + Insurance Services. Having adequate insurance coverage is another step in making sure your business can thrive during the summer months. We have insurance solutions for your passenger transportation needs. Our team of professionals is committed to providing you with the best coverage for your business needs.
There are lots of advantages to working with KF&B including quick turnaround on quotes, direct access to underwriters, and premium claims service, among other benefits. Please contact us to get started. We look forward to working with you!
