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As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, this look back explores how government fleets evolved from horse-drawn wagons to specialized vehicles that keep communities running today.
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What is gained in simplified fleet operation and maintenance can be lost from decreased competition, unless you’re careful.
Read More →A fleet with a vehicle replacement fund to which resale proceeds are returned makes the fleet manager more accountable for the disposal of surplus vehicles and equipment. It is in the fleet manager’s best interest to maximize resale proceeds to offset the cost of new vehicles. However, when resale dollars are returned to the general fund, it can make the fleet manager ambivalent to the resale process. Here are five reasons why it is not a good idea to return resale proceeds to the general fund.
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Too many vehicles mean an underutilized fleet and unnecessary cost. Too few vehicles or the wrong type of vehicle leads to unhappy customers. Right-sizing a motor pool requires more than simply guessing a ballpark figure.
Read More →The key to operating an efficient airport fleet is making sure everything is in place, including ground emergency equipment and services and proper maintenance and technical support.
Read More →Retreaded tires offer management a cheaper, environmentally friendly alternative to purchasing brand-new tires for fleets.
Read More →A fixed-rate lease program offers lower cap costs upfront and a hedge against increasing interest rates. The open-end program allows Placer County to retain the off-lease vehicle or remarket it for potential back-end gain.
Read More →Providing the best customer service possible should be your fleet’s No. 1 priority. Best practices include showing respect for others, demonstrating integrity, and working as a team to achieve common goals.
Read More →Outsourcing the motor pool fleet is expected to save the city of Portland $30,000 each year in operating costs, maintenance, and fuel costs. Hybrids comprise half the carsharing vehicles being utilized.
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LAS VEGAS – Doug Keene, fleet manager for the Las Vegas Valley Water District since 1993 and a 37-year industry retired Dec. 31. A native of Beckley, W. Va., Keene retired from a nearly 23-year career in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1990 after leading motor transport organizations with more than 5,000 vehicles and 300 Marines.
Read More →TORRANCE, CA — Known for its ruggedness, durability, gritty performance, and dependability, the 2006 Ford F-150 upheld its reputation among fleet industry professionals as it brought home Fleet Truck of the Year honors. Sponsored by Automotive Fleet and Business Fleet magazines, this year's annual Fleet Truck of the Year competition featured 25 domestic and imported 2006-MY light trucks.
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