Overview
SmartDriver in the City is specially designed for professional drivers and managers of urban and municipal fleets.
Participants learn safe driving practices as well as ways to lower fuel consumption and the environmental impact of light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles in an urban environment. The training is designed to be delivered in brief, informal ‘tailgate talks’ discussions. Fleet managers and instructors can also leverage SmartDrive in the City resources for in-class training delivery.
Course outline
SmartDriver in the City includes 9 ’tailgate talk’ subject areas:
- Understanding climate change
- Driving for a living
- Driving smart
- Use of gears and fuel economy
- Idling
- Effective fuel-reducing devices
- Maintenance and fuel efficiency
- Tires and fuel efficiency
- Alternative fuels and traditional fuels
Audience
Professional drivers and managers of urban and municipal fleets
Delivery method
Downloadable PDF file for in-person ‘tailgate talks’
Duration
Participants will need approximately 10-20 minutes per ‘tailgate talk’
Registration
Email nrcan.smartdriver-conducteuraverti.rncan@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca for more information