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5 Reasons to Attend GFX

Learn why the Government Fleet Expo & Conference is the must-attend event for public fleet professionals.

March 22, 2022
5 Reasons to Attend GFX

The 2021 GFX took place in Orlando and featured a show floor packed with the latest fleet vehicles and technologies.

Photo: Ross Stewart Photography

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Are you thinking of coming to the Government Fleet Expo & Conference (GFX) this year in Detroit? Here's why you can't miss it!

1. Take-home value

We aim to ensure that you will leave every session of GFX with actionable plans and procedures you can utilize immediately. Learn tools to help tackle everyday challenges through innovative sessions that will improve your processes and operation.

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Want to learn more from GFX educational sessions? Check these out, from the 2021 conference:
12 Steps to Automate Fleet Processes
- 4 Tactics to Exploit Delivery Delays & High Resale Values Now
Pandemic Brings New Focus to Motor Pools, Ride Sharing

2. Results-oriented learning

We’ve designed our educational sessions with input from leading fleet managers, and it’s tailored specifically for government fleet professionals. Get practical advice from real fleet managers in our top-notch educational program. You’ll hear real solutions firsthand from public fleet professionals who face the same everyday challenges as you. Report back to work with tactics and strategies to improve fleet performance and the success of your operation.

3. Networking

Hands down, GFX is the best networking opportunity you’ll have all year. Learn from the best public sector fleet managers at the municipal, state, and federal levels. Our networking events are designed to provide an environment that encourages building new partnerships and reinforcing old alliances.

4.  Access to the latest technology and new products

Get hands-on access! You’ll experience the latest technology, solutions, vehicles, and equipment on the expo floor and during the Block Party ride and drives. Learn how to effectively improve operations and cut costs with new products and figure out what makes the best financial sense for your operation. You will also be updated with the latest alternative fuel options and tech developments like telematics.

5.  Meet & mingle with award-winning fleets

This is your opportunity to learn from the top fleet operators face-to-face. You're invited to be a part of the awards ceremony recognizing operations that are performing at a high level in fleet innovation and leadership. This includes the Leading Fleets, Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year, Public Fleet Hall of Fame inductees, and the Legendary Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. Join this unique celebration of the public fleet industry!

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