Using Telematics to Make ‘Smart Fleets,' Save Taxpayer Dollars
Telematics has the unique attribute of giving government procurement officers tangible ROI among their vehicle fleets, an advantage that can’t be overstated when using taxpayer dollars.
Telematics has the unique attribute of giving government procurement officers tangible ROI among their vehicle fleets, an advantage that can’t be overstated when using taxpayer dollars.
This regular column is designed to provide a platform for fleet managers to let their voices be heard to their peers and other fleet professionals.
During the pre-pandemic period, 2020 OTD became extended due to a GM strike and strong order demand. The onset of the pandemic nearly halted OTD by idling non-essential fleets and closure of all OEM assembly plants.
Upfitters experienced a whipsaw effect of robust fleet orders straining their pre-pandemic production capacity and within the space of a month were struggling with chassis shortages due to the suspension of vehicle production.
During the 2020 model-year, the fleet industry did not experience significant railcar-related issues as seen in past model-years. However, fleets did report transportation issues with car haulers and last-mile deliveries to the dealers.
The best time to prepare winter equipment is before you’ll need it. Here are pre-season tips to keep your equipment on the road and out of the shop.
Learn about the six key considerations in planning an electric vehicle maintenance facility.
Maintenance experts share essential tools that ease the workload and keep the shop running smoothly.
Keeping your fleet on the road is more than just ensuring your trucks are ready to roll; trailers need love, too.
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has the dubious distinction of being the greatest-ever disruption of fleet. Other past disruptions include two OPEC oil embargoes in the 1970s, the attacks of 9/11, and the credit crisis of 2008-2009.
By cultivating these skills, a fleet leader is improving the value they provide to the organizations they serve and will be capable of thriving in the midst of any business climate.
Fifth wheels need lubricant, but too much grease can interfere with the locking mechanism when it thickens in winter.
Improperly installed inverters are known to have caused truck fires. There’s no reason to avoid using an inverter — just make sure it’s installed by someone who knows what they are doing.
Frustrated with the quality of technician talent your local school is churning out? Maybe you need to get more involved with the school to help solve the problem, rather than blaming the training providers and its graduates.
Tom Keyser believes the key to snagging the interest of talented technicians is to educate them about the career possibilities government fleets contain.
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