Case Study: J.S. Helwig & Son achieves 74.5% safety-score improvement and stronger driver protection with Omnitracs SmartDrive

Why J.S. Helwig & Son was Ready for a Video-Based Safety Program

J.S. Helwig & Son, a Terrell, Texas–based contract carrier of temperature‑controlled and time‑sensitive freight with a 275‑truck fleet, needed a video‑based safety program to both reduce collisions and protect drivers from false accusations when incidents were unavoidable. The company sought a solution that would provide a complete picture of events by capturing both road and in‑cab views so coaching and liability determinations would be based on objective evidence rather than subjective reports.

After evaluating vendors, Helwig chose the SmartDrive Assurance Pro dual‑camera system for its ease of use, advanced reporting and strong support. Within 13 weeks of installation their safety score improved 74.5%, driver acceptance was high thanks to a structured rollout, and the video system has increased driver satisfaction while enabling faster exoneration and more effective, evidence‑based coaching.

J.S. Helwig & Son

Dave Benson

Director of Safety