MANAGING PUBLIC SECTOR VEHICLES & EQUIPMENT
San Diego Fire Rescue in California has added 10 new engines to its fleet, a purchase totaling $7.2 million.
The City of Houston is adding five new Frazer Bilt ambulances to its fleet in the next few weeks. The ambulances cost $900,000.
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.
Spartan Motors introduced two new purpose-built truck designs this month: an aerial and a pumper.
Rosenbauer America’s new Viper SA fire truck will be equipped with Meritor’s high-strength RS180 series single-reduction rear axle.
Hendrickson Truck Commercial Vehicle Systems has introduced the RoadMaax line of heavy-duty rear air suspensions, for fire and rescue vehicles.
Acela Truck Company and General Truck Body recently announced a strategic partnership to distribute Acela Monterra extreme-duty truck chassis.
Manatee County, Fla.., has a mass evacuation vehicle that also serves as a staging and cooling station for first responders.
The LaunchPort Rugged System from iPort offers wireless iPad charging, ideal for workers who need to stay connected while on the road or in the field.
