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Mike Antich

Former Editor and Associate Publisher

Mike Antich covered the fleet management and vehicle remarketing markets for over 20 years. Mike has written or edited over 5,000 articles on fleet management, manufacturer fleet activities, the fleet leasing industry, and vehicle remarketing during this period.

Mike was the editor and associate publisher for Automotive Fleet magazine. 

Mike was also actively involved with a variety of fleet and remarketing industry associations and was a long-time member of the board of directors for the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association (AFLA). He served as AFLA's president from 2008-2009 and was reelected AFLA president in 2021-2022. He was also the chairman of the AFLA Globalization Committee, where he was instrumental in creating the first-ever Global Fleet Networking Consortium comprised of five international fleet associations.

He was also a member of the board of directors and an officer for the International Automotive Remarketers Alliance (IARA). He was the Alliance's long-time secretary and chaired its public relations committee. In addition, he was the past chairman of the IARA certification task force, which developed the industry's first-ever certification program for vehicle remarketers. 

In 2010, Mike was inducted into the Fleet Hall of Fame and inducted into the Global Fleet Hall of Fame in 2022. He also won the Industry Icon Award, presented by the IARA and NAAA.

Mike was an international speaker and has spoken at numerous industry conferences, client advisory councils, and fleet sales meetings.

He passed away on Dec. 19, 2025. 

Driving Notesby Mike AntichJuly 13, 2020

Nissan Titan Pro-4X Meets Needs for Remote Fleet Usage

The 2020 Titan is available in a choice of 4X2 of 4X4 drive configurations. The 4X4 Titan Pro-4X Crew Cab provides work crews operating in remote locations with the capability to meet the most rugged fleet applications.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichJuly 13, 2020

Unpopular Flat-Rate Compensation Contributes to Shortage of Repair Techs

A tech’s pay is determined by the type of job and whether they can complete the repair in less time than specified by the flat-rate, which will allow them to increase their work volume.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Mike AntichJune 23, 2020

Most Commercial Fleet Orders for 2021 Models to be at Pre-Pandemic Levels

A number of commercial fleets are planning to order fewer fleet vehicles in MY-2021, but the majority of surveyed fleet managers state there will be no change in order volumes and will stick to pre-existing replacement schedules.

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Driving Notesby Mike AntichJune 23, 2020

2019 Mercedes Metris Cargo Van Excels in Urban Fleet Applications

The Metris Cargo Van is a very maneuverable and fuel-efficient fleet vehicle that offers excellent low-end torque to haul 2,500-pound payload capacity. Its tight turning radius is ideal for navigating crowded metropolitan streets.

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Photo Galleriesby Mike AntichJune 23, 2020

2020 Lytx User Group Conference

More than 350 clients and affiliated fleet professionals attended the 2020 Lytx User Group Conference that was held Feb. 23-26, 2020 at the Loews Coronado Bay in San Diego, Calf.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichJune 16, 2020

Reduction in Fleet Costs is Temporary and Will Regress to Pre-Pandemic Levels

The balance of calendar-year 2020 will be a time for major decisions. This includes decisions on staffing levels. Decisions on remote work versus office work. Decisions on whether a company should consider downsizing the square footage of its corporate offices due to reduced staffing needs.

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Driving Notesby Mike AntichJune 15, 2020

Sprinter Crew Van Offers Both Versatility and Functionality

The Sprinter Crew Van is equipped with two rows of seats offering five-passenger seating with ample rear cargo capacity. The Crew Van is offered in two body lengths, a choice of a four-cylinder gasoline or a V-6 diesel engine

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichJune 9, 2020

The COVID-19 Pandemic Creates the Greatest Disruption in the History of Fleet

The pandemic exposed fleet policies to be woefully inadequate in addressing the needs of a health crisis. Fleets were forced to improvise policies and procedures to minimize the risk of contagion.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichMay 12, 2020

Fleet Policy is a Living Document

Each fleet has a DNA of sorts, which is comprised of the procedures and regulations that are codified in its corporate fleet policy. It is these policies that determine the type of fleet that is operated and its characteristics.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichMay 11, 2020

COVID-19 Pandemic Creates Spike in Part Thefts from Vocational Vehicles

Many fleet vehicles have been idled or parked in storage areas during the COVID-19 pandemic. One consequence has been an uptick in part thefts from these parked vocational vehicles.

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