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Equipmentby Thi DaoJune 12, 2019

Consider Resale When Spec’ing Motor Graders

John Deere’s motor graders are now available with SmartGrade technology. Even if your agency doesn’t need grade control, consider how it might be used after you resell it.

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Procurementby Daryl LubinskyJune 12, 2019

Smaller Fire Trucks a Big Addition to Department’s Toolbox

The DeKalb County, Ga., Fire Rescue Department has added two smaller rapid response vehicles, which have proven to be a valuable tool for medical and fire suppression calls.

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Operationsby Roselynne ReyesJune 12, 2019

The 2019 Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year Finalists

This year’s finalists manage fleets for cities on opposite ends of North America. Here’s a little more about them.

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Policeby David GriffithJune 12, 2019

Adding Armor to Patrol Cars

Officers are getting shot and killed in their cars and SUVs. Vehicle armor manufacturers and their law enforcement agency customers are hoping to make that a thing of the past.

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Telematicsby Tariq KamalJune 10, 2019

In These Cities, Fleet Vehicles Are Roaming Data Centers

Telematics providers and fleets are collecting and reporting ‘beyond-the-vehicle’ data that informs decisions relating to operations, customer service, and public works.

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Procurementby Thi DaoJune 5, 2019

Overcoming the Hurdles of Fleet Procurement

Fleet and procurement managers discuss the best ways to buy locally, issue bids, work with vendors, and handle long order-to-delivery times.

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MaintenanceCover Storyby Shelley MikaJune 4, 2019

How to Build a Pipeline for Technician Talent

Apprenticeship and internship programs prep industry newcomers for fleet careers.

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Policeby David GriffithMay 15, 2019

Hybrid Police Vehicles Ready for Patrol

Police vehicles with hybrid gas-electric engines will save law enforcement agencies money and cut emissions. More importantly, they can do the job.

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Equipmentby Daryl LubinskyMay 10, 2019

Volvo Wheeled Excavators Help Workers Navigate Tight Spaces

New wheeled excavators from Volvo Construction Equipment function in tight environments while joysticks allow for more precise adjustments and finesse with attachments.

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Equipmentby Daryl LubinskyMay 10, 2019

Multipurpose Outcross 9060: Less Stress, Fewer Resources

The machine provides the ability to replace multiple pieces of dedicated equipment with one.

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