Budget cuts of 50 percent anyone? The loss of federal “safety net” funding means literally millions of dollars taken from county budgets. Is there an answer in sight?
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While some vehicle take-home programs are falling victim to cost-cutting measures, other law enforcement agencies find the practice offers valuable benefits, including greater public police presence and faster response times.
Read More →The call for accountability in government means heightened scrutiny of how things are done at all levels. Public sector fleet managers have several tools to establish and maintain operational and performance standards.
Read More →Automakers recognize 100 hours of engine run time is the same as driving a vehicle 3,300 miles. A maintenance monitoring system maximizes fuel efficiency and eliminates premature engine damage.
Read More →These include operating on a fixed budget in the midst of wild fluctuations in fuel prices, uncertainty about reliability of 2007 diesel engines, the dearth of technicians, and the ‘just one more year’ vehicle replacement battle.
Read More →Designed for seasoned public fleet managers and those with field experience, the Certified Public Fleet Professional program offers recognition of industry competency and expertise.
Read More →Today’s law enforcement agency fleet managers are forced to keep vehicles to the 100,000-mile range and beyond, a figure many industry experts agree is an appropriate mileage level. However, it was a figure unheard of a decade ago.
Read More →Cooperative buying programs, such as HGACBuy, enable public sector fleets to save on vehicle and equipment purchases.
Read More →Compared to its retail counterpart, the 2007 Police Tahoe is standard-equipped with a 5.3L V-8 and built lower to the ground for improved handling. Safety features provide 360-degree occupant protection.
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