Sometimes, fleets pursue initiatives to make their operations more environmentally friendly. Other times, they’re tasked with this based on an order from management. Here’s how successful fleets achieve these goals
In August 2017, Hurricane Harvey flooded parts of the City of Houston, destroying hundreds of fleet vehicles. Since then, the fleet has rebuilt itself and made strides in achieving a newer, greener, and better-utilized fleet.
The City of Vancouver, B.C., Canada worked with a local technical institution to develop an electric vehicle maintenance program, with city technicians serving as the first students.
Beginning Jan. 1, 2020, California state agencies will only be able to purchase vehicles from OEMs that recognize the state’s ability to set its own emission standards.
The company specializes in repowers, in which an electric powertrain replaces the existing drivetrain in a vehicle.
At ICUEE 2019, Utilimaster showcased two customized walk-in vans. Here’s how those vans were designed to meet the needs of utility crews.
The Municipal Equipment Maintenance Association (MEMA) hosted a one-day event of practical guidance on adopting electric vehicles.
After North Carolina's governor issued an executive order calling for the adoption of more zero-emission vehicles, state employees determined which vehicles can be replaced with battery-electric models.
In its 2019 Strategic Plan Progress Report, the New York City Department of Sanitation noted that it continues to test alternative fuels and raise public awareness with the fleet.
Michelin and General Motors presented a new generation of airless wheel technology for passenger vehicles — the Michelin Uptis (or Unique Puncture-proof Tire System) prototype — at a sustainable mobility event.
The new Ford F-600 Super Duty chassis cab offers more power and a 22,000-pound GVWR in a familiar Class 5 Super Duty package.
One benefit of the fleet community is the ability to learn from each other’s good (and bad) experiences. Fleet managers share the initiatives that have found them success, and offer guidance on the challenges they faced along the way.
Many OEMs have revealed their newest truck models for 2019 and beyond. These new models boost performance and driver comfort, adding new features that increase efficiency and fit a variety of applications.
California-based Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) already has programs to encourage light-duty vehicle electrification. With new initiatives, the utility hopes to electrify medium- and heavy-duty vehicles in its service area.
Volkswagen will spend billions of dollars through its diesel settlement, including buybacks, repairs, and two potential sources of funding that government fleets should be aware of.