MANAGING PUBLIC SECTOR VEHICLES & EQUIPMENT
The City of Pasadena, Calif., has purchased 38 battery-electric Chevrolet Bolts to replace 37 existing gasoline-powered vehicles. These EVs are on a 36-month lease.
Fleet professionals with private- and public-sector experience share best practices and hard-won advice for government fleet managers.
Municipalities and rural electric cooperative utilities can apply for zero-interest financing to purchase electric vehicles or charging infrastructure.
Kern County, Calif., had experienced eight consecutive years of significant cuts to its fleet management budget. Leasing will allow it to save $2 million over five years.
The City of Madeira Beach, Fla., will begin leasing its vehicles in an effort to modernize the fleet and save money.
Highland County Job and Family Services (JFS) in Ohio will save $17,000 per year by leasing vehicles instead of reimbursing employees for every trip.
Merchants Fleet Management launched a new rental program with flexible terms designed for industries in need of light-duty, all-wheel drive trucks.
You can't manage costs you can't see. Here’s why a well-designed cost chargeback system is your best bet for managing fleet costs.
Dorchester County Sheriff's Office will join other Maryland jurisdictions in a fleet management and leasing program for its 47 vehicles.
Leasing as an alternative to purchasing is gaining momentum among government fleets seeking to reduce the costs of acquiring and operating vehicles while maximizing safety, fuel economy, and remarketing revenue.
Amerit Fleet Solutions closed a minority investment from Element Fleet Management Corp., which will expand its maintenance services for customers of the fleet management company.
Kandiyohi County, Minn., is entering into a lease program for its Sheriff’s Office vehicles, which is projected to save $823,000 over the next five years.
The University of Colorado, Colorado Springs purchased refurbished Panasonic Toughbooks, allowing officers to get more work done in the vehicle.
The Los Angeles Fire Department was able to hire an additional 48 firefighters with a $15.4 million grant. Now it's deploying four additional fire engines.
The City of Crystal Lake, Ill., expects to save $3.57 million over 15 years by moving to leasing for many of its fleet vehicles, including police cars.
