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SEARCHSales of light-duty vehicles to government fleets increased 12% to 15,686 units in February compared with the same month a year ago, according to a monthly survey of nine automakers by Automotive Fleet.
Photo of 2015 F-150 courtesy of Ford.
Photo of 2015 F-150 courtesy of Ford.
Sales of light-duty vehicles to government fleets increased 12% to 15,686 units in February compared with the same month a year ago, according to a monthly survey of nine automakers by Automotive Fleet.
Government fleet purchasers continue to make trucks, vans, and SUVs their top priority. That segment grew 21.8% to 11,817 from a year ago. Purchasing of passenger cars fell 10.1% to 3,869 vehicles from a year ago.
Through two months, the OEMs have sold 30,112 vehicles to government fleet buyers for a 16.5% increase from the same period in 2014. Sales of trucks, vans, and SUVs have increased 26.9% so far.
Government fleet sales rose from both January and February monthly totals, which were both under 20,000.
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A new proclamation signed by President Trump imposes a 25% tariff on imported passenger vehicles and key auto parts, citing national security concerns.
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Government fleet sales last month came in at 18,383 vehicles, falling 15.4% from 21,737 in February 2024.
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The municipality will deploy two W4 CC electric work trucks for trash and recycling can switch-outs, enhancing the efficiency of its waste management services.
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When vehicles become harder to acquire, fleet managers must balance keeping vehicles on the road longer while managing the escalating operating costs of older vehicles.
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The U.S. Marine Corps awarded Mack Defense a 12-month contract for the initial development of a new Medium Tactical Trucks (MTT) fleet.
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Government vehicle sales continue to rise into 2024 with both car and truck/SUV sales climbing between January and February of 2024, according to Bobit/Government Fleet sales data released March 2.
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Government Fleet asked the Big 3 how their operations have been in the weeks since the UAW strike ended, with new contracts ratified. Plus, automakers address concerns about vehicle delivery delays.
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Details on the contract, a look at upgrades and an improved up-armoring process in the next generation heavy-duty armored SUVs, and how the Department of State landed on GM Defense's product.
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For one municipal fleet, choosing purchasing over leasing was a smart, money-saving move.
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