MANAGING PUBLIC SECTOR VEHICLES & EQUIPMENT
With a smaller fleet and limited financial resources, TxDOT created the Fleet Excellence program — a continuous improvement initiative intended to elevate fleet practices and expectations.
During the lead up to the September opening of the State Fair of Texas, I was given the chance to take a preview spin in the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD. It whet my appetite for more.
The Texas Department of Public Safety Fleet Operations is committed to ensuring its drivers have the safest and most reliable fleet vehicles to perform their duties.
Ahead of the Sept. 30 opening of the State Fair of Texas, which includes a large display of vehicles from major automakers, OEMs presented automotive journalists debuts of new vehicles, Texas-specific vehicles, and updates on existing products. Photos by Chris Wolski.
During a media event leading up to the 2016 State Fair of Texas, GM unveiled its redesigned Duramax 6.6L V-8 turbo-diesel, which will be offered on the 2017 Silverado HD. Journalists had an opportunity to preview the engine in the 2017 Silverado HD to test its towing and road handling capability at the Texas Motor Speedway. Photos: Chris Wolski
Heavy rains and flooding have shut down some highways and stranded thousands in Texas. Here's a report from NBC News.
Here is an ABC News report on the tornado damage in Van, Texas. For fleet safety tips on how to respond to a tornado threat, click here.
Pledging to “take your fleet to the next level,” the annual conference targeting public sector fleet managers is scheduled June 21-23 in Austin, Texas.