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Green Fleetby StaffFebruary 17, 2018

Calif. City’s Climate Plan Focuses on Vehicle Electrification

The City of San Jose, Calif., released its Climate Smart San Jose, which includes a goal to expand fleet electrification as quickly as possible and further research the implications of autonomous vehicles on the fleet.

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Operationsby StaffFebruary 16, 2018

Braun and Demers Ambulances Merge, Expanding North American Reach

As two of the largest independent ambulance manufacturers in North America, this merger will create the second largest ambulance manufacturer in the region with greater scale to grow and pursue innovation.

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Operationsby StaffFebruary 16, 2018

Omarosa Fired From White House over Vehicle Misuse

Manigault Newman allegedly used the White House's car service, known as CARPET, as an office pickup and drop-off service, which is strictly forbidden by the federal government.

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Operationsby StaffFebruary 16, 2018

Behind the Scenes During California’s Thomas Fire

The City of Ventura's Mary Joyce Ivers was called to the Emergency Operations Center the night the Thomas fires began in December. She talks about her fleet department’s experience and response during the fire.

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ProcurementFebruary 15, 2018

Newark Brings Street Sweeping In House

After an unsatisfactory experience with a vendor, the City of Newark, N.J., has decided to bring street sweeping services in house, and has purchased eight new sweepers.

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Policeby StaffFebruary 14, 2018

Yamaha Introduces FJR1300P Police Bike

Yamaha Motor Corp., announced that a new police version of its FJR1300 Sport Touring motorcycle will be available for use by law enforcement and municipal organizations in the U.S.

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Procurementby StaffFebruary 14, 2018

Mich. City Turns 15-Year-Old Dump Truck Into Safety Vehicle

City of Wyoming, Mich., fleet staff refurbished a Public Works dump truck, turning it into a crash attenuator vehicle for the city’s Fire Division.

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Operationsby StaffFebruary 13, 2018

Calif. City Hires Fleet Manager

Jose Gallardo was named the fleet manager for the City of Concord, Calif., starting his new position Dec. 4, 2017.

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Operationsby StaffFebruary 12, 2018

Chicago Agencies Respond to Snow Storm

Twelve days into the month, the City of Chicago is already experiencing its snowiest February in three years. Following last week's snow storm, city agencies have begun response efforts.

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Green Fleetby StaffFebruary 12, 2018

PERC to Demo Emissions Reductions of Propane Autogas at Work Truck Show

PERC will host an interactive activity with prize giveaways for attendees in its booth that will help participants visualize the emissions reductions offered by propane autogas vehicles at the NTEA Work Truck Show from March 6 to 9 in Indianapolis.

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