August 2008, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
It has been “common wisdom” to replace fleet vehicles in relatively short cycles. Rising costs, however, have led fleet managers to consider lengthening replacement criteria. There are pros and cons to the practice.
Tags: Replacement Cycle, replacement mileage, replacement policy, vehicle life
July 2008, Work Truck - Feature
By Joe Bohn
As the cost of truck bodies increases due to rising material costs, recycling bodies on new chassis can become more attractive. However, the cost of vehicle downtime to allow for remounting needs to be taken into account.
Tags: GE Capital Solutions Fleet Services , Kansas City Central Fleet, Mini-Pumpers, Palm Beach County, Florida, Recycling, Truck Bodies
January 2008, Business Fleet - Feature
By Dave Funston
When it's time to dispose of retired units, which vehicle prep strategies can improve resale value? Following industry basics can have a significant impact on resale prices.
Tags: prep resale, prepping vehicles for resale, resale, resale value
September 2007, Work Truck - Feature
By Tariq Kamal
Fleet managers describe how the ability to track vehicle location, gas consumption, and preventive maintenance has benefited their fleets.
Tags: fuel savings, maintenance, telematics
May 2007, Business Fleet - Feature
By Daryl Lubinsky
Gem Plumbing saved 25 percent on its fleet maintenance and repair costs in five years by implementing a strict preventive maintenance program and a comprehensive system to track to it.
Tags: benchmarking, fleet maintenance, GEM Plumbing, preventive maintenance
June 2004, Automotive Fleet - How-To
By Editor
To be successful, fleet management must develop a partnership with the operating departments, their operators, and vendors. Fleet is the pivotal player in these relationships as it manages equipment from cradle to grave
June 2004, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Steve Saltzgiver
Nearly every function of fleet vehicle management requires a decision dependent upon accurate odometer reporting. Utah’s Division of Fleet Operations employs a proactive approach to ensure correct mileage data.