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NewsJuly 20, 2009

Take-Home Abuse Prompts 15% Cut in CA Fleet

LOS ANGELES - Governor Schwarzenegger has ordered a 15-percent reduction of the State of California's motor vehicle fleet after reports surfaced of waste and abuse regarding state-owned take-home vehicles.

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NewsJuly 16, 2009

Caterpillar's New In-frame Overhaul Kits Give Customers More Options

PEORIA, IL - Caterpillar (Cat) is proud to announce the introduction of Precious Metals In-frame Overhaul Kits for on-highway engines -- for cost-effective, simple-to-order pre-packaged engine overhaul options that are backed with Cat warranties, no matter who does the work.

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NewsJuly 16, 2009

Macon City Wants Fleet Cut 10%

MACON, GA - Macon city administration has been given 90 days to come up with a plan for cutting the vehicle fleet by 10 percent, according to the Macon Telegraph.

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NewsJuly 16, 2009

Boston’s Fleet Maintenance Criticized in Harvard Study

BOSTON - Underutilization of vehicles and an aging fleet are a few of the issues pointed out by Harvard students in a study of the city's non-public safety vehicle fleet, reported WCVB.

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ProductsJuly 15, 2009

LC7080 Heavy-Duty and Automotive Laser Guided Computer Wheel Alignment System

BETTENDORF, IA - With the Bee Line LC7080, alignments can be performed in any shop condition whether it be on the floor, lift, or runway system.

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ArticlesJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Utilization Management

Underutilization can result in wasteful fleet spending. Fleets must ensure all vehicles are being properly utilized to save on costs.

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ArticlesJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Maintenance

Be proactive—make preventive maintenance (PM) a priority and budget for it accordingly to prevent more expensive repairs down the line.

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ArticlesJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Shop/Facility/Parts

Privatizing the auto parts operation and offering technicians a salary increase based on ASE certifications are a few ways fleets can improve shop operations.

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ArticlesJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Vehicle and Equipment Replacement Programs

Prioritizing replacements based on age, miles, emissions test results, and oil sample analysis can ensure vehicles are properly replaced.

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Articlesby Ashley WillisJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Off-Road Equipment Maintenance 101

Maintaining off-road equipment is not an easy feat, but with these tips, managing the equipment can be a much easier, not to mention cost effective, task.

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