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Policeby Shelley MikaNovember 5, 2014

Do Anti-Idling Technologies Work?

Four fleets share their experiences with anti-idling devices on patrol cars and trucks — and their plans for the future.

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MaintenanceCover Storyby Thi DaoNovember 5, 2014

10 Features of Modern Fleet Facilities

From Wi-Fi to smart vehicle lifts and fluid distribution systems, modern fleet facilities have features that improve technicians’ work environments.

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MaintenanceOctober 20, 2014

Keeping Up With Off-Road Training

While the basics are as fundamental of the tools they use, technicians need to continuously train to keep ahead of the technological curve, at work, at home and anywhere they can connect.

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Procurementby Shelley MikaOctober 20, 2014

Report Your Way to Improved Productivity

Whether you're managing the shop, equipment, or the budget, fleet reports can help identify efficiencies and make your job easier in the meantime.

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Operationsby Kelsey NolanOctober 17, 2014

Portland Fleet Certification Makes it the Service Provider of Choice

By making several adjustments over eight years, the City of Portland, Ore., was able to become a Certified Fleet Management Operation (CFMO), improve efficiency, and make the organization shine.

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Operationsby Kelsey NolanOctober 17, 2014

Anaheim’s CFMO Certification Saves Taxpayer Money

By becoming a Certified Fleet Management Operation (CFMO), the City of Anaheim, Calif., was able to create a motor pool and save $300,000 annually.

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Operationsby StaffOctober 17, 2014

Ram ProMaster City: An Option for Right-sizing

With eight different configurations for the newest and smallest Ram van offering, the 2015 ProMaster city can be used by agencies looking to right-size and reduce costs.

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Green Fleetby Anonymous AuthorOctober 9, 2014

A Case Study in CNG: What Not to Do

While CNG can be a cost-efficient alternative fuel, it's also an expensive investment that needs to be implemented correctly. Here, a fleet manager discusses lessons learned from mistakes made with a real CNG fleet implementation and the expensive results of the these mistakes.

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ProcurementCover Storyby Thi DaoOctober 8, 2014

How to Streamline the Procurement Process

New tools and technologies have made fleet procurement faster and more streamlined. Fleet and procurement professionals discuss how their organizations have worked to improve fleet purchasing.

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Equipmentby StaffSeptember 5, 2014

2014 Vehicle and Equipment Inventory

More fleets reported an increase in their fleet sizes this year in comparison to 2013 survey results. Increases in service areas or programs have resulted in larger fleets for some, while right-sizing and selling off underutilized vehicles have resulted in fleet reduction for others.

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