Fleet vehicles have always been called on to perform specialized tasks, as this upfit truck circa 1950 illustrates. The Bushing Ice & Coal Co. truck was upfit to act as fuel truck for customers in the Chicago area.
Knowing the details of service body design and construction pays off for underground and trenching work in terms of utility, durability and professional appearance.
One of the “fleet management basics” is determining vehicle selection: what type, make, model, and equipment are best suited to the company fleet mission.
With help from its dealership and the city of San Francisco, this customized truck fleet can better maneuver through the city to deliver beverages.
There's a lot of information about alternative fuels out there. Your local Clean Cities coalition will not only help you determine your alt-fuel path, but also show you where the grants are and how to get them.
The operating cost forecast for medium-duty trucks is stable for the upcoming calendar year, with fuel economy and cost reduction the top concerns.
Reaching its emissions-reduction goals of 10 percent three years early, the parcel delivery fleet has upped its goals to achieve a 20-percent reduction by 2020.
Overloading can have serious consequences for truck fleets ranging from accidents to increased maintenance costs to DOT citations. Make sure fleet trucks are properly spec’d and that drivers avoid “pack-ratting” tools and other supplies.
With many options and trim levels to choose from, lifecycle costs vary greatly within the same model.
As an attendee at this year's World LP Gas Forum, Business Fleet got to experience the newest developments in technology for the global propane industry firsthand, including propane autogas engines for fleet vehicles.
Four fleets share their experiences with anti-idling devices on patrol cars and trucks — and their plans for the future.
After largely disappearing for several years, GM hopes to connect fleets with its mid-size truck offerings. The Colorado Work Truck trim is specifically designed with fleets in mind.
Many product choices means there’s a roomy truck for every hauling and delivery need.
The Class 5-6 truck market is very similar to the Class 3-4 market and shares many of the same trends. Among the key trends driving this market are fuel spend, downsizing, the growing receptivity to telematics devices, and funding.
The forecast is for Class 3-4 truck sales in CY-2015 to remain strong. Many fleets are increasing order volumes, moving away from past slow replacement schedules. The debut of 2015 products promises to further stimulate growth.
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