During the pre-pandemic period, 2020 OTD became extended due to a GM strike and strong order demand. The onset of the pandemic nearly halted OTD by idling non-essential fleets and closure of all OEM assembly plants.
Upfitters experienced a whipsaw effect of robust fleet orders straining their pre-pandemic production capacity and within the space of a month were struggling with chassis shortages due to the suspension of vehicle production.
During the 2020 model-year, the fleet industry did not experience significant railcar-related issues as seen in past model-years. However, fleets did report transportation issues with car haulers and last-mile deliveries to the dealers.
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has the dubious distinction of being the greatest-ever disruption of fleet. Other past disruptions include two OPEC oil embargoes in the 1970s, the attacks of 9/11, and the credit crisis of 2008-2009.
By cultivating these skills, a fleet leader is improving the value they provide to the organizations they serve and will be capable of thriving in the midst of any business climate.
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Hall of Fame members are recognized industry leaders and pioneers who have contributed significantly to the commercial fleet management industry.
Learn how the redesigned MY-2021 Audi Q5 can fit your individual fleet needs. Whether it’s a need for increased capacity, integrated productivity tools, or just a need to make a stylish statement, the Audi Q5 can fit a wide array of fleet operations.
Automotive Fleet views itself as a facilitator to provide different voices from the industry to discuss today’s challenges. This regular column is designed to provide a platform for fleet managers to let their voices be heard to their peers and other fleet professionals.
The 2020 Edward J. Bobit Professional Fleet Manager of the Year judging panel was comprised of 32 professionals who represent past winners, dealers, manufacturers, fleet management companies, and the media.
Manufacturers are partnering with telematics providers to allow access to data from OEMs’ factory-installed modems. Meanwhile, Ford has introduced its own telematics system that takes advantage of its factory modem to maximize the depth and breadth of that data for fleets.
The Summer Roundtable was highlighted by discussions from key figures in the remarketing industry on how they’ve thrived in the current climate and their efforts for the future.
Automotive Fleet received feedback from fleet professionals regarding a recent blog published on how technological innovations could impact vocational fleets down the road.
There is uncertainty with regards to the taxation of mileage reporting for drivers sheltering in place.
Passionate about fleet with more than 25 years under her belt, Titas-Wolcott is motivated to learn, grow, and help others do the same.
