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Operations•by Mike Antich•August 1, 2023

Analysis of Three Cost Containment Strategies

A cost-deferral strategy simply defers or moves expenditures to future fiscal years. Cost-saving measures seek to lower current spending levels. Cost-avoidance initiatives are actions that eliminate incurring a cost in the future.

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Operations•by Mike Antich•July 31, 2023

10 Ways to Avoid Being Underrated by Management

Some senior managers don’t consider fleet a complicated or sophisticated profession. As a result, one of the biggest challenges facing fleet managers is getting management to recognize and acknowledge their corporate contribution.

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Green Fleet•by Jon Leicester, EV Connect•July 28, 2023

Missing Out on EV Fleet Funding and Getting the Infrastructure Wrong: A How Not-To Guide

Amid waves of data and connectivity, using the right software will determine how smoothly a fleet transitions to electric vehicles.

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Vehicle Research•by Mike Antich•July 27, 2023

Volkswagen of America Reveals Fleet Strategy for MY-2024

VW will increase allocation of units earmarked to commercial fleets by 9%. In CY-2023, VW forecasts its total sales will grow 25% as its product portfolio transforms from non-SUV models to more SUV and BEV models.

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Remarketing•by By Joe Kichler, Cox Automotive•July 27, 2023

Rising Wholesale Vehicle Volumes Pressure Auto Transport System

Analysis: An increase in one-off moves, overall wholesale industry growth, and OEM production increases are driving prices higher versus pre-pandemic levels.

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Safety•by Judie Nuskey •July 26, 2023

Best Practices for Dealing with Traffic Signals

While traffic signals may seem rudimentary, even professional drivers can benefit from reminders that clarify precisely what they are expected to do — and not do — when they come face to face with red lights, flashing signals, green arrows, and more.

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Safety•by Judie Nuskey•July 25, 2023

How Fleet Drivers Can Take Charge of Their Safety

There are several steps fleet drivers can take to enhance their own safety ranging from tire maintenance to understanding brake systems, from guarding against carjacking to stowing away the cell phone.

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Operations•by Mike Antich•July 24, 2023

AF Readers Sound Off on Fleet Utilization

To encourage and facilitate discussion of today’s fleet industry challenges, Automotive Fleet offers a platform for fleet managers and other fleet professionals to exchange their diverse opinions and perspectives.

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Operations•by Mike Antich•July 21, 2023

AF Readers on Allocation, Finance Trends & Operational Efficiencies

Automotive Fleet's Sound Off column presents views and opinions from diverse fleet industry voices on issues of the day.

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Operations•by Mike Antich•July 20, 2023

Stretch Your Budget Dollars by Minimizing Waste

There are wasted dollars in fleet budgets. The overwhelming majority of fleet managers are good stewards of corporate funds, so budgetary waste is not blatant but often comprised of the cumulative impact of hidden inefficiencies.

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