
Applying basic best practices such as right-sizing and idling reduction are effective approaches to trimming fuel costs. Using a web-based data management system, purchasing fuel-efficient vehicles, and relocating a key fueling station are other ways to reduce fuel consumption and man-hours.
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Monthly e-mail reminders, a communications team, and providing an internal Fleet Web page are just some ways these fleets are improving communication.
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Conducting customer service surveys and using the results to address customer concerns is just one way to improve user satisfaction.
Read More →Successful green efforts include switching to alternative fuel vehicles, reducing petroleum consumption, running on re-refined oil, and implementing policies on idling, purchasing, right-sizing, and downsizing.
Read More →Detailed and comprehensive business plan and policy documents foster a proactive approach to fleet management. When writing policies and procedures, safety can be used as the motivating issue to facilitate support by all stakeholders.
Read More →Some bright ideas include a replacement plan based on priority, annual calculations of replacement points, and a cash-only plan.
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Disaster preparation, quality inspection, bumper stickers, and cutting lead from operations are just some ways these fleets ensure safety.
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In-house emissions testing can cut vehicle downtime, while recycling scrap metal and used oil can help cover shop expenses.
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Effective uses of technology include a keyless internal work order system, online auctions, and walkie-talkies to replace traditional radio systems.
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When David Vasquez created a vehicle justification model to better assess take-home vehicle need, he not only lowered costs by avoiding excess commuter miles, but also gained a better handle on costs of ownership.
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