Sean Lyden was a contributing author for Bobit publications for many years.
The meaning of maximized productivity differs from fleet to fleet, but the means to maximizing vehicle function can be found using a straightforward approach of measuring, spec’ing, and considering the human factor.
Better vehicle quality and the economic crisis of 2008-2009 have both impacted what most view as the traditional lifecycle for a truck fleet.
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.
Truck upfitters are implementing new processes and technologies to improve responsiveness and accelerate order-to-delivery cycles.
Fleet managers must consider a wide range of options when deciding on converting their truck fleet to natural gas.
Fleet managers will see an increase in acquisition cost, which could cause many to wait before diving into new fuel technology headfirst.
Innovative, new technologies and advances in engineering are creating lighter, stronger, and more fuel-efficient truck bodies than ever before.
New developments, technologies, and trends in hybrid-electric, medium-duty trucks could give fleet managers the incentive they need to take a closer look at how hybrid options could help reduce overall costs.
How current and future challenges are affecting medium-duty fleets.
Achieving optimum fuel economy could be as simple as refreshing the fleet’s medium-duty truck specs. A small variation in fuel consumption can make a big difference.
While choosing the right ladder rack for a fleet vehicle involves consideration of a number of factors, including storage, van roof height, and need for accessibility, there is a rack available for every fleet need.
After a four-year “resting period,” the compact van is back, alive and well, and offering even more options than ever.
Making a mistake in the design, material selection, and maintenance of vehicle graphics can project the wrong impression and be costly in the long run.
The primary reasons to buy a liftgate include reducing the risk of injury and the ability to increase efficiency and productivity. However, there are several points to remember when considering available options.
Experts share their advice on how fleet managers can most effectively manage an upfit “crisis” and get things back on track.
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