A survey from technology media outlet Tech.co shows that compliance is becoming a growing priority for US logistics businesses, but that smaller fleets are falling behind larger fleets in terms of critical dash cam adoption.

The survey results, released in a report October 15, “Policy Pressure: Tech.co Logistics Report 2025,” show that fleets’ ability to acquire and effectively use new technologies often depend on size. While larger fleets have seen 56% adoption of dash cams, smaller fleets have only 24%. 

“The compliance gap we have identified in our research sets a worrying precedent, where larger firms are able to accelerate ahead of smaller ones that don't share their resources,” said Tech.co’s editor Jack Turner. “Those firms that are struggling to comply financially could find themselves in a vicious cycle, where penalties financially impact their ability to grow, widening the gap further.”

Tech.co found that safety and compliance regulations have become a key focus, with 58% of logistics businesses stating it as a priority. Nearly half (48%) of logistics businesses have adopted dash cams, but these are disproportionately installed in fleets belonging to larger companies. 

As of December 2024, the FMCSA’s Crash Preventability Determination Program (CPDP) has allowed carriers to submit video evidence to prove drivers weren't at fault in accidents. However, smaller fleets struggle to benefit from this change because of low adoption.

Tech.co surveyed 1,582 professionals in logistics companies in the U.S. transport and shipping sector between April and August 2025. The percentage of respondents prioritizing regulatory adaptations rose from 7% in April to 11% in August.

To mitigate risks, fleets are increasingly turning to telematic systems, which collect detailed data on driving habits, and allow managers to spot potential risks and promote a culture of proactive safety.