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ArticlesDecember 11, 2024

From the Archives: Changes in Fleet Acquisitions

When vehicles become harder to acquire, fleet managers must balance keeping vehicles on the road longer while managing the escalating operating costs of older vehicles.

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Articlesby Nichole OsinskiDecember 28, 2023

Top 10 Maintenance Articles of 2023

Explore the highs, lows, and fleet priorities in our countdown of the top 10 maintenance stories that showcase the best practices and must-haves of keeping things running smoothly.

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Articlesby Daryl LubinskyAugust 8, 2023

Efficient Fleet Maintenance Means Few Communication Breakdowns

With fleet maintenance, projects can pop up at any time. However, communication is key when it comes to staying on top of what needs to be done and keeping the operation running smoothly.

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 7, 2021

Report: EVs Cost Less to Maintain

The estimated scheduled maintenance cost for a light-duty battery-electric vehicle is substantially lower than that of a conventional internal combustion engine vehicle, according to a new report by the Argonne National Laboratory.

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ArticlesFebruary 12, 2020

Measuring (and Minimizing) EV Total Cost of Ownership

Total cost of ownership for electric vehicles (EVs) depend on up-front costs, maintenance and fuel costs, and resale value. Here’s what to consider when calculating TCO.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 13, 2020

NYC Maintenance Cost Comparison: Smaller Vehicles Are a Lot Cheaper

New data from the New York City fleet shows that mid-size cars cost 41% more to maintain than a small car, while a large car is 142% more expensive. The city found similar results with SUVs and vans.

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Newsby Staff WriterJune 12, 2019

Nev. PD Authorizes Take-Home Vehicles

The Douglas County, Nev., Sheriff’s Office has authorized patrol deputies to take home their assigned police vehicles to maximize the effectiveness of the Patrol Division.

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Newsby Staff WriterApril 24, 2019

Rapid Response Vehicles Lower Ga. County’s Fleet Maintenance Costs

DeKalb County (Ga.) has deployed two rapid response vehicles to respond to emergency medical and fire suppression calls for improved response times and lower maintenance and operation costs.

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Newsby Staff WriterMarch 15, 2019

NYC Compares Maintenance Costs for EV and Gasoline Vehicles

New York City's all-electric vehicles had the lowest recorded maintenance costs for 2018, dramatically less than gasoline, hybrid, or hybrid-plug-in models.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 7, 2019

Calif. County Expects to Save $2M Through Leasing

Kern County, Calif., had experienced eight consecutive years of significant cuts to its fleet management budget. Leasing will allow it to save $2 million over five years.

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