Through LeasePlan’s reDrive! upstream remarketing program, powered by Driveitaway, Philips Medical Systems’ fleet has increased net realization by $106,000 as of mid-February 2006, selling 159 vehicles.
The use of sport/utility vehicles in the public sector often sparks concern over issues of initial price, fuel and maintenance costs, and environmental impact. A carefully developed policy helps match function to the appropriate vehicle.
As vehicles and equipment grow increasingly high-tech, the skilled technician shortage in public sector fleets promises to worsen. Operational changes can help recruitment and retention.
With the versatile utility of a Swiss Army knife, database integration can connect the “best of the best” in fleet management tools. When done properly, data integration eliminates duplicate data entry and generates valuable, up-to-date reports.
The Department of Public Works implemented a three-phase process through Fleet Counselor Services’ Utilization Management Program to cut or redeploy unnecessary vehicles.
The city’s Utilities Fleet Management Department formed a diesel technology co-op and internship program with Ozarks Technical Community College in 2004 to train mechanics. To date, five students have completed the program.
Implementing a fleet policy can be a challenge for any fleet management operation. It requires a culture change, which may be difficult because people resist change. To avoid this pitfall, fleet policy should be written with safety as the premise.
The commercial chassis cab arena has a new player, and small business tradesmen, fleet customers and traditional chassis cab users are saying, “It’s about time.” Dodge introduces the 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab this fall.
What is gained in simplified fleet operation and maintenance can be lost from decreased competition, unless you’re careful.
Outsourcing the motor pool fleet is expected to save the city of Portland $30,000 each year in operating costs, maintenance, and fuel costs. Hybrids comprise half the carsharing vehicles being utilized.
Providing the best customer service possible should be your fleet’s No. 1 priority. Best practices include showing respect for others, demonstrating integrity, and working as a team to achieve common goals.
A fixed-rate lease program offers lower cap costs upfront and a hedge against increasing interest rates. The open-end program allows Placer County to retain the off-lease vehicle or remarket it for potential back-end gain.
Retreaded tires offer management a cheaper, environmentally friendly alternative to purchasing brand-new tires for fleets.
The key to operating an efficient airport fleet is making sure everything is in place, including ground emergency equipment and services and proper maintenance and technical support.
Too many vehicles mean an underutilized fleet and unnecessary cost. Too few vehicles or the wrong type of vehicle leads to unhappy customers. Right-sizing a motor pool requires more than simply guessing a ballpark figure.
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