How a Fleet Manager Shrank His Fleet Despite City Growth
While the City of Greenville, South Carolina, had a population boom, its fleet did not. The fleet manager shares how.
March 21, 2022
While the City of Greenville, South Carolina, had a population boom, its fleet did not. The fleet manager shares how.
March 21, 2022
It’s critical government fleet managers are aware of the impacts this shortage has on their vehicle replacement cycle.
May 14, 2021
The stalwart midsize sedan has long been utilized by commercial sales fleets due to its blend of fuel efficiency, comfort, and affordability.
August 27, 2019
One benefit of the fleet community is the ability to learn from each other’s good (and bad) experiences. Fleet managers share the initiatives that have found them success, and offer guidance on the challenges they faced along the way.
September 14, 2018
The largest U.S. fleets are in the federal government. How do they compare with state and local government fleets?
May 14, 2018
Experts in fleet management and municipal governance share advice for public-sector fleet managers who wish to build stronger and more mutually beneficial relationships with their administrators.
January 11, 2018
Leasing allows fleets to modernize their equipment faster, and for some fleets, can also solve maintenance problems — including easing technician workload and reducing maintenance needs.
May 1, 2017
This compilation of “bright ideas” focuses on single, simple ideas aimed to reduce costs, improve operations, improve customer service, and more. Fleet professionals explain how they executed their plan, the challenges they faced, and the results they’ve seen or expect to achieve.
September 3, 2014
If your company’s fleet has grown, you may qualify for fleet status. If you do, the savings on work vehicles can be substantial.
January 31, 2013
Increasingly, fleet managers find themselves interacting with procurement or purchasing functions. This can lead to confusion and frustration, unless fleet managers understand how to deal with procurement pros.
January 17, 2013
It’s become a regular part of the fleet process: Manufacturers offer “rifle shot” pricing programs to willing fleet customers. Here’s how the process begins, what to look for, and how it can help reduce fleet costs.
October 5, 2012
Larry Campbell, CPFP, fleet manager director for the city of Fort Wayne, Ind., was named the 2012 public sector fleet manager of the year. Campbell talks to GF about greening the City's fleet, running equipment operator competitions, and learning from management.
July 16, 2012
Public sector fleet manager creativity is one key to “getting the most bang for the buck” in a time of tightening purse strings and unpredictable fuel prices.
March 11, 2011
A fleet manager offers his seven tips for grant applications. Other fleets allow short-term equipment rental, started equipment rebuilding programs, and devised a fleet standardization policy.
June 30, 2010
Many public sector fleet managers have eliminated the pre-bid conference in purchasing vehicles and equipment, citing the practices of piggybacking on state contracts or joining purchasing cooperatives.
March 18, 2010
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