Learn about how to how public works professionals can do more with less, equipment efficiency, spec'ing tips, emergency response, and water savings in this GovCast episode.
June 23, 2021
When it comes to determining what vehicle features or piece of equipment you need, are you asking the right questions of the right people?
March 18, 2021
Correctly upfitting a work truck ensures it can accomplish the job it is required to do. It's important that fleet managers understand the challenges inherent in upfitting.
July 9, 2018
Make sure the trucks you buy are designed for their intended purposes with properly specified GVWR and GCWR.
January 25, 2018
Excessive friction or uneven contact between the pavement and the tire will cause tread to wear away faster than you should. It’s important that you do all you can to keep your tires running straight and true.
October 24, 2016
Kenworth has added two new frame packaging options for fuel tank mounting on the T270 and T370 trucks.
September 10, 2015
Whether renting or buying, fleets must ensure excavator specs meet the needs of the application. Fleet managers and equipment manufacturers weigh in on factors to consider.
March 11, 2011
Government fleets reveal how they saved money and improved management of off-road equipment, including leasing, preventing user mismanagement, correctly analyzing street sweeper lifecycle costs, and incorporating telematics.
June 30, 2010
A good working relationship between fleet and user departments begins with the spec’ing process and extends through the equipment service to its eventual resale or trade-in and can help avoid error.
November 9, 2009
Sewer cleaning trucks help ensure a clean city, free from clogged drainage systems. Properly spec’ing and maintaining this equipment requires careful planning and a clear strategy.
November 9, 2009
Improving box truck body specs can boost cost savings and crew productivity. Here are some tips to create a clear plan for each truck, matching the right body specs to the application.
November 1, 2008
WIth the myriad options available when spec'ing medium-duty truck chassis and suspensions, stakes are high, leaving fleet managers little room for error.
September 1, 2008
A wide variety of options can make spec’ing a street sweeper a daunting task. Failing to identify a fleet’s individual needs and neglecting to research sweeper functions are two common errors.
September 1, 2008
Winter storms, though routine in much of North America, are high-tempo, emergency operations for which government fleets must prepare and support.
November 1, 2004