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Chris Wolski

Former Managing Editor

Chris Wolski is the former managing editor of Automotive Fleet, Fleet Financials, and Green Fleet. He has a particular interest in telematics, fleet safety, remarketing, and global fleet management.

Newsby Chris WolskiOctober 15, 2014

Auto Truck Group Supplies Upfits for Israel Defense Force

The Auto Truck Group is on track to supply the Israel Defense Force (IDF) with more than 200 upfit extended cab Ram 3500 pickup trucks.

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Newsby Chris WolskiOctober 14, 2014

Auto Truck Group Dedicates KC Facility

The Auto Truck Group dedicated a new 70,000-square-foot facility in Kansas City, Mo., on Thursday, October 9. The facility will handle both complex specialized vehicle upfits and ship thru for the Ford F-150 and Transit.

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Articlesby Chris WolskiOctober 3, 2014

First-Ever Fleet Safety Lifetime Achievement Award Presented

Kathy Konicki, the retired director of associate safety at Nationwide Insurance, was the recipient of the first-ever Fleet Safety Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her promotion of fleet safety at Nationwide and throughout the industry.

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Articlesby Chris WolskiOctober 3, 2014

Baxter Healthcare Fleet Manager Lowered Accident Rate 22-Percent

Fleet Manager Kristin O'Driscoll, who oversees a fleet of 1,000 vehicles, received the 2014 Fleet Safety Award. Since 2012, the company has also lowered its injury rate significantly.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Chris WolskiOctober 3, 2014

A Closer Look at the 2014 Professional Fleet Manager of the Year

Gage Wagoner, Philips' senior manager North American fleet management, has built his reputation as a problem solver by increasing efficiency, saving money, and improving safety. His newest challenge is going back to basics.

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Articlesby Chris WolskiSeptember 11, 2014

Time Capsule: 1909 Coca-Cola Delivery Truck

Over the past 100-plus years, trucks have evolved as this 1909 Coca-Cola delivery truck attests.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Chris WolskiSeptember 2, 2014

2015-MY Trucks are Upping the Performance Ante

For the 2015 model-year, fleets will continue to have a wide range of truck types to choose from to meet their specific vehicle needs. Among the trends for the upcoming model year are increased towing and payload capacities and more fuel efficiency.

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Articlesby Chris WolskiAugust 21, 2014

Time Capsule: Circa 1920s Ford Model T

While considered a relatively modern creation, these photos show that commercial fleets have existed for nearly 100 years.

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Driving Notesby Chris WolskiAugust 18, 2014

2015 Mazda CX-5

For the 2015-MY, the CX-5 is loaded with a number of safety features, including air bags, stability control, and traction control.

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Articlesby Chris WolskiAugust 7, 2014

Time Capsule: GAZ ZIS-5V

Recently the GAZ Group marked the 70th anniversary of its first production truck at its Ural Vehicle Plant. On July 8, 1944, the first military version of ZIS-5V vehicle was delivered from the production line of the Plant.

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