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Green Fleetby Michaela Kwoka-ColemanMarch 26, 2018

San Diego Opens EV Charging Sites, Plans 11 More

Currently, there are six Ford C-Max Energis in use by the General Services fleet that are part of a pilot program testing out a consolidated motor pool and keyless entry system.

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Green Fleetby StaffMarch 23, 2018

Northern Calif. Fleets Tackle EVs, Autonomous Vehicles & Funding

The AltCar Expo in Oakland, Calif., brought together fleet managers, sustainability experts, and legislative staff to discuss electrification, funding, and sustainable transportation.

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Policeby StaffMarch 21, 2018

Phoenix PD May Replace Aerial Unit's Aircraft

The Phoenix Police Department’s Aerial Unit’s fleet maintenance costs are rising due to the agency’s aging aircraft, procured between 1979 and 2010.

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PoliceMarch 21, 2018

N.Y. Municipality to Replace 54 Vehicles

The City of Albany, N.Y.. approved $1.3 million to purchase 54 new vehicles for its Police Department. Albany PD's cars have a life cycle of about four years.

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Policeby StaffMarch 21, 2018

SoundOff Signal Expands Offerings with bluePRINT Control System Software

The bluePRINT control system improves safety through the automation of emergency lighting and siren performance functions, by reducing cognitive load and distractions so the driver can keep their eyes on the road.

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Equipmentby StaffMarch 20, 2018

The Toro Company Acquires L.T. Rich Products

The Toro Company has acquired L.T. Rich Products, a manufacturer of commercial zero-turn spreader/sprayers, aerators, and snow and ice management equipment.

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Operationsby StaffMarch 20, 2018

Vote Now for the 2018 Public Fleet Hall of Fame

Voting is open for the 2018 Public Fleet Hall of Fame, which recognizes those who have made significant contributions to the public fleet industry. Anyone affiliated with the public fleet industry can vote.

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ProcurementMarch 20, 2018

Calif. City Adopts Zero-Emission Fleet Conversion Plan

The City of Encinitas, Calif., is moving forward with a zero-emission fleet vehicle plan that will result in the conversion of its light-duty fleet to electric-powered vehicles.

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Operationsby StaffMarch 16, 2018

Alaska City Reconsiders Mutual Aid After Vehicle Catches Fire

Officials at the City of Fairbanks (Alaska) will take a closer look at its mutual aid agreements after a fire broke out at the Fire Department's vehicle maintenance garage while crews were out on calls.

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Telematicsby StaffMarch 16, 2018

Tampa Files Lawsuit Against Routing Software Provider

The City of Tampa (Fla.) signed a $1.2 million contract with a routing software provider in 2013 for what it believed was an off-the-shelf software. Instead, several modifications were needed, leading to additional time and expense.

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