The Public Sector Fleet Cheat Sheet [September 16, 2024]

On the go and want a snapshot of our top industry news? Check out Government Fleet's new "Cheat Sheet" of what's been happening.

This is a compilation of 10 recent news items that readers have been most interested in this week. Watch the video then learn more about each item below. 

Top Government Fleet Headlines as of September 16, 2024 

1. Over 300 Mayors Commit to Electrify At Least 50% of Fleets by 2030: The group has also committed to growing EV infrastructure by 500%. At least 40% of the infrastructure is expected to benefit disadvantaged communities.
2. Graduate Research Guides Multi-Million Dollar Electrification Effort for California Fleet: The findings of a team of graduate students from USC have helped the city of Rancho Cucamonga, California, identify the requirements for electrifying its fleet and the necessary infrastructure to support it.
3. 7 Ways Fleet Intelligence Can Improve Safety, Savings, and Service: Fleet intelligence technology delivers actionable insights to optimize multiple aspects of government fleet safety and service.
4. Kodiak Robotics Reveals Fully Driverless Military Ground Vehicle: Kodiak has integrated its self-driving technology into Textron Systems RIPSAW M3 vehicle, a fully driverless military vehicle designed to keep service members out of harm’s way.
5. Broken Arrow PD First in Oklahoma to Outfit Patrol Vehicles with Grapplers: The Broken Arrow Police Department recently installed five grapplers on patrol cars, with plans to outfit more in the future.
6. Advocating for Vehicle Replacements: Go after the data, know your fleet operations, and be tenacious in advocating for sufficient vehicle fleet replacement funds.
7. Massachusetts Air Force Base Kicks off Fleet Electrification Project: The installation of 17 EV charging stations has begun at several of 12 sites across the base. Charging stations will have the capacity to support 34 non-tactical vehicles at a time.
8. Virginia Commonwealth University PD Expands E-Bike Program: The department acquired seven new e-bikes going into the fall semester after a pilot proved successful last year.
9. Government Fleet Fundamentals: Public Safety Vehicle Types: A no-nonsense guide on common emergency response vehicles and their use cases for firefighters, paramedics, and police officers.

10. Ford Pro 2024 E-Transit with Enhanced Range Now Shipping: The 2024 E-Transit with Enhanced Range, with up to 159 miles on a single charge, is now shipping to customers across the country.