As 2024 comes to a close, we're looking back at the year's top news and features in police fleets here at Government Fleet.

The following selection of articles and news, while not the top five most viewed stories this year, were chosen by the editor based on their value to readers. In no particular order, here are our five choices.

1. From the Station to the Shop: Bridging Police Work with Government Fleet Management

Most fleet managers didn't get their start in this industry. That was the case for Jennifer Brown, who manages the fleet for the city of Flagstaff, Arizona. Her passion is working with police fleets. Read about how her career in law enforcement operations influenced how she does her work today.

2. Diversity Helps Police Fleet with Ordering, Upfitting Challenges

The pandemic may be behind us, but its effects still linger. It has changed the way most agencies fill their fleets, including the Portland Police Bureau. Read about ways the management team is overcoming hurdles to provide vehicles for its officers.

3. Highlighting the Inaugural Police Fleet Innovators

This year, Government Fleet was proud to name its three inaugural Police Fleet Innovators. Each fleet team found creative ways to overcome challenges with things like procurement, upfitting, and supply chain shortages. Read about each team:

• Protecting Officers and Establishing Cost Savings in Cobb County

• Collaboration and Efficiency Keep Fayetteville Police Cars on the Road

• Prioritizing Safety and Adaptability in Wichita's Police Fleet

4. Paying it Forward to Fellow Law Enforcement Fleets

Paying it forward is one of the best ways to show appreciation for an act of kindness. The Boca Raton, Florida, Police Department lent a helping hand to a smaller department in its state, ensuring the agency had enough cars to put on the road. Read about the department's own act of kindness.

5. Police Fleet Innovates to Deal with Cost, Supply Challenges

Many police departments are still dealing with supply chain challenges. Read about ways the Billings, Montana, police fleet is finding solutions to problems like delivery delays, higher costs, and more.