Faith Howell

Associate Editor

Faith Howell is the Associate Editor for Automotive Fleet and Charged Fleet.

a graphic of the 9 finalists for the 2026 fleet manager of the year

News•by Faith Howell•July 15, 2026

9 Fleet Leaders Nominated for the 2026 Fleet Manager of the Year Award

Meet the nine finalists for the 2026 Fleet Manager of the Year Award.

Graphic showing U.S. gasoline prices as of July 27, 2026, with the national average at $4.06 per gallon. Regional prices range from $3.69 on the Gulf Coast to $5.12 on the West Coast.

News•by Faith Howell•July 14, 2026

July Fuel Update: Prices Keep Rising in Light of More Conflict

Gas prices continue to rise as more and more conflicts do, too.

Portrait of Austin Schutte, founder and CEO of Anew Solutions, featured in Automotive Fleet's Fleet Meets series highlighting his career, leadership philosophy, and fleet industry insights.

Articles•by Faith Howell•July 14, 2026

Fleet Meets: Austin Schutte

Here are some industry insights, personal touches, and words of advice from the CEO and Founder of Anew Solutions.

Graphic featuring an American flag and the text "10 Vehicles That Have Defined American Fleets" with Automotive Fleet branding and a gold "250" anniversary graphic.

Photo Galleries•by Faith Howell•June 30, 2026

America's 250th Birthday: Vehicles That Kept the Country Moving Over the Years

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, Automotive Fleet looks back at 11 vehicles that helped shape commercial transportation.

An Automotive Fleet news recap thumbnail with a woman in a blue shirt pointing at the title.

Videos•by Faith Howell•June 29, 2026

New Trucks, AI & Summer Downtime | AF News Recap

From new truck updates to AI-powered driver coaching and summer maintenance tips, this week's fleet headlines are all about keeping things moving.

Infographic showing U.S. average gasoline prices through June 2026, with prices falling after a May peak. Regional chart shows the West Coast with the highest fuel prices among major U.S. regions.

News•by Faith Howell•June 23, 2026

June Fuel Update: Prices Fall Below $4

Drivers are finally getting some relief at the pump. The national average gas price has dropped below $4 a gallon for the first time in months, with prices falling in 47 states as oil markets react to developments in U.S.-Iran negotiations.

Technician inspecting a vehicle engine during maintenance as fleets prepare for summer heat, focusing on battery health, cooling systems, and preventing downtime.

Articles•by Faith Howell•June 18, 2026

The Two Biggest Summer Downtime Threats for Fleets

A conversation with a maintenance expert reveals the two most common summer maintenance pains and how to prevent them.

A woman in an Automotive Fleet graphic about recalls, recognition, and the recent Ram return in the fleet indusry.

Videos•by Faith Howell•June 15, 2026

Recalls, Recognition, and Ram's Big Return | AF News Recap

This week's fleet headlines highlight a mix of industry leadership and an important safety reminder for fleet professionals.

Two employees pull opposite ends of a rope in a tug-of-war, illustrating workplace conflict and the leadership strategies fleet organizations use to improve communication and teamwork.

Articles•by Faith Howell•June 8, 2026

How to Manage Conflict for Your Fleet Operations

Conflict management is becoming a core leadership skill. Here are five strategies fleet leaders should know.

Woman in a blue shirt points toward text reading “The Future of Fleet Is Closer Than You Think” on a Weekly Cheat Sheet graphic about fleet technology, cybersecurity, safety, and industry trends.

Videos•by Faith Howell•June 5, 2026

The Future of Fleet is Closer Than You Think | AF News Recap

Cybersecurity threats, autonomous vehicle strategies, and hands-on crash testing experiences are all making headlines this week. Here's a quick look at the trends shaping the future of fleet.

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