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Operationsby Jon WhiteJanuary 16, 2017

Surviving Politics in Public Fleet

Common risks emerge for public fleet management from politics, both internal and external, and the impact can be subtle or not so subtle. How do successful fleet managers deal with these risks?

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Fuelby Roselynne ReyesJanuary 6, 2017

How Fleets Can Prepare for Natural Disasters: Lessons from Hurricane Matthew

Months after Hurricane Matthew hit parts of the Southeast United States, government fleet managers reflect on what they did successfully, what to change in the future, and how other fleets can learn from their experience.

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Equipmentby StaffDecember 30, 2016

A Remote-Controlled Slope Mower

The Alamo RidgeRunner can tackle roadside mowing projects on steep slopes without placing workers in harm’s way.

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PoliceCover Storyby Thi DaoDecember 14, 2016

Police Vehicle Upfitting: In-House or Outsource?

Whether a public agency upfits its new police cars in-house or sends them out depends on a variety of factors. Here’s why agencies choose their methods and some best practices they’ve learned from years of experience.

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Equipmentby StaffDecember 2, 2016

A More Durable, Fuel-Efficient Landfill Compactor

Powered by a Tier 4 Final-compliant engine, the Cat 816K landfill compactor features cab upgrades and advanced technology options.

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Procurementby Roselynne ReyesNovember 30, 2016

Overcoming Delayed Vehicle Deliveries

Late vehicle deliveries can throw off a government agency’s operations and leave fleet managers scrambling to keep older vehicles running. What can fleets do about delivery delays?

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Operationsby Thi DaoNovember 23, 2016

More Opportunities Than Challenges at Tampa

The City of Tampa, Fla., fleet has hit its stride, with a staff consisting of a dream team, support from department heads, and an interim fleet manager keen on networking with neighboring fleets.

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Policeby Staff WriterNovember 14, 2016

2017 Police Vehicles

Fleet managers in law enforcement have a variety of vehicles to choose from. The latest offerings from Chevrolet, Dodge, and Ford deliver a number of features for increased power, safety, and efficiency.

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Fuelby James DunstNovember 9, 2016

How to Maintain Stored Diesel Fuel

Diesel fuel stored for long periods of time — such as in backup generators — is prone to degradation. This can lead to equipment failure when the time comes to use it. Here’s what fleet managers can do to maintain their stored diesel fuel.

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MaintenanceCover Storyby Thi DaoNovember 2, 2016

When Should You Change Oil?

Fleets analyzing oil samples can determine if their maintenance cycles are done at the right time and also identify maintenance issues before they become bigger problems.

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