Case Study: Verst Group Logistics achieves zero DOT-reportable accidents and major safety improvements with SmartDrive Systems

Verst Group Logistics - Customer Case Study

Verst Group Logistics, an 81-truck third‑party carrier based in Kentucky, needed better road visibility and a systematic way to reduce risk and improve driver performance. With a “safety first” culture and concerns about preventing a catastrophic collision, they lacked an event‑triggered, in‑cab video solution to capture behavior changes and identify root causes of unsafe driving.

They implemented SmartDrive Safety’s video and analytics platform—event video, scored clip reviews, customizable reports and automatic alerts—to focus coaching and manage risk. The program produced rapid results: 0 DOT‑reportable accidents in 2012, a 90% drop in distracted driving, 71% fewer speeding violations, 100% increase in seatbelt use, multiple driver exonerations (five in 2012, roughly $20–30K avoided), and a downward claims trend.

Verst Group Logistics

Chris Cusick

VP of Transporation