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Operations•by Mike Scott•May 1, 2007

Fleets Find Benefits in Take-Home Programs

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.

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Operations•by Sal Bibona•May 1, 2007

4 Ways to Boost Fleet Operations Accountability

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.

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Operations•by Staff•May 1, 2007

Maintenance Monitoring Systems Help Eliminate Excessive Idling

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.

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Operations•by Mike Antich•March 1, 2007

Top Challenges Facing Fleet Managers in 2007

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.

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Operations•by Sam Lamerato•March 1, 2007

APWA Launches Fleet Manager Certification Program

Designed for seasoned public fleet managers and those with field experience, the Certified Public Fleet Professional program offers recognition of industry competency and expertise.

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Police•by Mike Scott•March 1, 2007

Replacement Mileage Creeping Up for Public Safety Agencies

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.

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Operations•by Chad Simon•March 1, 2007

Why Cooperative Procurement Can Pay Off for Public Fleets

Cooperative buying programs, such as HGACBuy, enable public sector fleets to save on vehicle and equipment purchases.

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Operations•by Chad Simon•March 1, 2007

2007 Chevrolet Police Tahoe Safely Built for Speed & Utility

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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Operations•by Art Vatsky•March 1, 2007

NYC and State of New Jersey Expand Alt-Fuel Fleets

NYC’s fleet alone includes 1,700 Toyota Prius and Ford Escape hybrids and 500-plus E-85 Ford Tauruses and Explorers supported by six refueling stations.New Jersey’s fleet has 1,300 bifuel CNG vehicles and 135 Prius and Escape hybrids. It also uses biodiesel.

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