MANAGING PUBLIC SECTOR VEHICLES & EQUIPMENT
With a 75-inch maximum height for unparalleled access and a 35-inch minimum height for easier transmission movement from the jack to the worktable, both transmission jacks offer a wide range of motion and utilize ball-bearing thrust washers on the saddle tilt adjusters for ease of turning.
The 2017 Wrangler Unlimited Chief had a solid ride and more cushion than I expected. With a Chief Clear-Coat coastal blue paint job and a white hardtop, it screams beach day.
Crossovers, such as the Subaru Crosstrek, are shifting fleet buying preferences in vehicle types found on corporate selectors. Once considered an upgrade, crossovers are now found in fleets in representative ratios as the retail market.
There are benefits to both all-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive systems. The decision, as to which system is best for you, should be based on your company’s geographical location and your fleet applications.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee adds a Trailhawk trim grade for the 2017 model year that's tailored for off-road driving with 4x4, terrain modes, air suspension, and even a "find a trail" navigation feature. Read our driving impressions here. Photos by Vince Taroc.
Kenworth’s flagship construction truck, the T880, is now available in an all-wheel drive configuration installed at the factory to speed delivery time and reduce costs.
A slimmer, more capable GMC Acadia arrives for 2017 with a significant improvement in fuel economy that may make it a more desirable choice for fleet selector lists.
The 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen 4Motion conveys understated functionality, until you step on the gas.
Volkswagen is rolling out two more small station wagons for the 2017 model year, including the Golf SportWagen 4Motion and Golf Alltrack. The Golf SportWagen 4Motion adds all-wheel drive, the DSG transmission, and is only available in the base S trim. Photos by Vince Taroc.
The Mercedes-Benz GLE arrives for 2016 to replace the M-Class as the automaker's mid-size luxury utility. We tested the diesel-powered model that provides an EPA-rated 590 miles of driving range. Photos by Paul Clinton.