Azuga Releases New Whitepaper Demonstrating How Dashcam-Based Video Telematics Can Help Carriers Reduce Losses and Improve Commercial Auto Profitability

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FREMONT, Calif., November 26, 2025 --( BUSINESS WIRE )--Azuga, a Bridgestone company and a leader in fleet management, video telematics and safety solutions, published its new whitepaper, The Case for Dashcam-based Commercial Auto Insurance. Drawing on data from thousands of fleets and deep experience with insurers, the paper examines how connected dashcams are helping insurers address rising claim costs, fraud, and growing pressure around liability and litigation and why more carriers are turning to video to gain clarity and control in today’s challenging market. The commercial auto industry continues to face significant volatility: claim severity trends remain elevated, nuclear verdicts are reshaping settlement strategies, and staged accidents are increasingly targeting commercial vehicles. The whitepaper outlines how dashcam programs, when supported by video insights and driver-safety tools, can offer insurance carriers a clearer, more accurate view of fleet risk, helping improve both operational efficiency and underwriting outcomes. "Better visibility leads to better decisions. With clear, reliable video, insurers and fleets gain the confidence they need to manage risk more effectively." - Tom Erdman, Executive Vice President, Azuga Key Insights from the Whitepaper The whitepaper highlights several areas where video telematics is making a meaningful impact for carriers: Clear, objective claims evidence Better protection against fraud and exaggerated claims More accurate understanding of driver behavior Fewer collisions through proactive coaching Industry Expertise Supporting the Findings The whitepaper also features insights from Matteo Carbone, a globally recognized insurance thought leader and Founder of the IoT Insurance Observatory, who contributed expert commentary to the report. Carbone’s perspective reinforces the growing industry consensus around the value of connected video. "There is a significant consensus in the insurance sector about the positive and robust ROI of fully subsidized dashcam-based safety programs for heavy vehicles. Note: the IoT Insurance Observatory research has shown that an insurer's safety program can achieve a positive ROI across any commercial auto insurance portfolio if the carrier adequately leverages insights from these connected cameras in its processes." -Matteo Carbone, Founder, IoT Insurance Observatory Carbone’s insights underscore the momentum behind video telematics and highlight its increasing role in modern commercial auto insurance strategy. A Helpful Resource for Carriers Building or Expanding Dashcam Programs The whitepaper also includes practical guidance for carriers interested in strengthening or launching their own video programs. Topics include: Download Your Copy of the Whitepaper The Case for Dashcam-based Commercial Auto Insurance is available now. Download the full whitepaper at https://azuga.me/li2Yn6 About Azuga Azuga, Bridgestone’s globally trusted fleet management solution, transforms vehicle data into actionable insights that improve safety, reduce costs, and boost operational efficiency. The Azuga platform combines advanced hardware, an intuitive software suite, and powerful analytics to support commercial fleets, government agencies, and insurance providers. Azuga is trusted by thousands of customers across the United States and Canada, delivering powerful and cost-effective solutions for organizations of all sizes from small businesses to large enterprises. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251125554497/en/ Contacts For media inquiries, please contact: Tami Strand Senior Director of Marketing, Azuga [email protected] (858) 997-1234

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