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Electric VehiclesCover Storyby StaffNovember 1, 2021

Fuel Prices Trending Upward: Longevity of Rise Uncertain

This special report over five articles provides an in-depth examination of 2021 operating cost trends for fuel spend, scheduled/unscheduled maintenance, replacement tire prices, PM spend, warranty recovery, and a forecast of CY2022 expenses.

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Electric Vehiclesby StaffNovember 1, 2021

Preventive Maintenance Costs Increase 3-5% in 2021

A variety of factors converged to exert upward pressure on preventive maintenance costs, such as longer vehicle service lives due to limited product availability, the ongoing transition to synthetic oils, and higher labor rates to attract scarce technicians.

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Operationsby Shelley MikaNovember 1, 2021

The Impacts of COVID on Fleet Services & How to Manage Them

In the Coronavirus new normal, fleet managers need to keep a finger on the pulse of these emerging trends: take-home privileges; vehicle shortages and accident repairs; insurance adjusters; and massive mileage fluctuations.

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Electric Vehiclesby Lawrence KnappNovember 1, 2021

EVs: Residual Values and the Total Cost of Ownership

The EV market has totally evolved in the last decade and will continue to change as EVs become more affordable, longer lasting, and more efficient.

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Operationsby Mike AntichNovember 1, 2021

Unscheduled Maintenance Costs Increase 3% in CY-2021

Part and labor prices have increased 4-8%, while part and labor availability have decreased. Due to difficulties sourcing replacement vehicles, fleets are keeping units in service longer. This caused repair spend to increase in 2021.

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Electric Vehiclesby StaffNovember 1, 2021

2021 Fleet Vehicles of the Year Voting Live

The poll is live for the 2021 Fleet Vehicles of the Year — vote for your favorite car, truck, and/or SUV, share the link, and help contribute to the next Fleet Vehicle of the Year.

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Electric Vehiclesby Mike AntichOctober 27, 2021

Extended Cycling & Part Shortages Stress Warranty Recovery in 2021

Supply chain constraints make it difficult to get replacement vehicles leading to extended cycling of those currently in service. This is pushing the envelope of warranty coverage that is exacerbated by a shortage of replacement parts.

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Electric Vehiclesby Jordan WiklundOctober 27, 2021

Enterprise and Microsoft Collaborate on Data and Technology to Evolve the Fleet of the Future

From state-of-the-art onboard sensors to wireless telematics and more, Microsoft Azure is going to help Enterprise scale its fleet to a 350,000+ vehicle connected force by the end of the year. A fully connected worldwide fleet may be just five years away.

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Electric Vehiclesby Mike AntichOctober 26, 2021

Higher Commodity Prices Exert Upward Cost Pressure on Tires

Many tire OEMs have increased prices in CY-2021, ranging from 3-10% depending on type of tire and size. Higher commodity prices and increased ocean freight rates are being passed on to end users as OE profit margins compress.

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Electric Vehiclesby Ronnie WendtOctober 20, 2021

Fleet Electrification: 4 Steps to Get Started

Follow these steps when adding EVs to your fleet to set up your business for greater success in the transition.

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