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Fuelby Cindy BrauerJune 28, 2013

Shutting Off Idling Engines

In the pursuit of fuel-cost reduction, engine idling is a bulls-eye target. An Omaha utility employs a number of measures to hit that target, including mobile power units and hybrid-electric technology.

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Green Fleetby Katherine Vigneau, CAFMJune 28, 2013

Collaboration is Key for the Future of Sustainable Fuels

Education about the various available fuels and collaboration among research institutions can help advance alternative-fuel vehicle adoption. In the meantime, altering driver behavior can help reduce fuel use.

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Green Fleetby Shelley MikaJune 27, 2013

Fueling Options for Mowers

Today, mowers come with various fueling options. Find out the benefits and drawbacks of each — and which is right for your organization.

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MaintenanceCover Storyby Thi DaoJune 11, 2013

Making the Transition to Management

As many experienced public sector fleet managers head toward retirement, public agencies need to consider how to recruit, transition in, and train incoming fleet managers.

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Maintenanceby Thi DaoJune 11, 2013

Remembering Years Past

To mark Government Fleet’s 10-year anniversary, we asked fleet managers to tell us their memories and what they miss most about their early fleet days.

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Policeby Thi DaoJune 11, 2013

Police Vehicles: A Look Back

As police fleets search for their next patrol car, Government Fleet provides a brief review of popular police vehicles from the past, as well as current offerings from automakers.

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Procurementby Shelley MikaJune 10, 2013

Four Ways to Work Better with Procurement

There are powerful benefits to having a procurement partner in getting the vehicles and equipment a fleet needs. Any fleet seeking a smooth partnership with its procurement department will find these four tips worth their while.

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Maintenanceby Thi DaoJune 10, 2013

16 Nominated for Fleet Manager of the Year

The Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year award recognizes the best in the industry. Sixteen candidates were nominated for the award.

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Operationsby Editorial StaffJune 10, 2013

Network & Learn at GFX

The 2013 Government Fleet Expo and Conference (GFX), to take place in San Antonio, gives public fleet managers an opportunity to connect with their peers and attend educational sessions designed to help them excel at their jobs.

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Procurementby Katherine Vigneau, CAFMJune 10, 2013

Centralized Procurement — Autonomy or Savings?

While centralized procurement has its disadvantages, the benefits far outweigh the costs, especially for state fleets.

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