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10 Traits of Successful Commercial Fleet Managers

April 21, 2009

Show me a well-run fleet and I will show you a top-notch fleet manager. A fleet manager validates his or her importance by cost-effectively managing corporate assets and controlling the expenses associated with operating these assets. Although each fleet is unique, there are common traits found among successful commercial fleet managers. Here are 10 management traits that ensure a fleet is operating at the optimum level.

Tags: commercial fleets, Fleet Manager, leadership qualities, top-notch fleet manager, traits

Author: Mike Antich | Posted @ Tuesday, April 21, 2009 12:14 PM | » Comments(6)

Medium-Duty Operating Costs Increase in 2008-CY

April 13, 2009

Key factors that influenced medium-duty truck operating costs in 2008 were the price of diesel, increased repair costs related to new truck technologies, higher labor rates, and decreased utilization. However, fuel was the primary driver behind higher operating costs in the 2008 calendar-year.

Tags: 2008-CY, fuel, maintenance, medium-duty truck operating costs, operating costs, repair costs

Author: Mike Antich | Posted @ Monday, April 13, 2009 2:35 PM | » Comments(0)

Dual Sourcing Re-examined as Supplier Reliability Comes into Question

April 6, 2009

The jaw-dropping events of the past six months have made an indelible impression on many fleet managers. The very real possibility that two of the Detroit 3 could quickly (and unexpectedly) enter into Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, along with some fleet management companies not accepting new-vehicle orders, has caused some corporations (especially those sole sourcing) to reassess sourcing strategies.

Tags: bankruptcy protection, Chapter 11 bankruptcy, contingency plans, Detroit 3, new-vehicle orders, supplier viability

Author: Mike Antich | Posted @ Monday, April 6, 2009 10:34 AM | » Comments(1)

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Mike Antich

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Mike Antich has been covering the fleet management and vehicle remarketing markets for more than 20 years. During this period, Mike has written or edited more than 4,600 articles on the subjects of fleet management, manufacturer fleet activities, the fleet leasing industry, and vehicle remarketing.

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