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Driving Notes

Knowing about a vehicle is one thing; driving it is quite another. Getting behind the wheel gives yo...

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FleetTakes

FleetTakes is exactly that — a take on what fleets need to know when it comes to the latest in autom...

Chris Brown

Associate Publisher

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Insight Lane

Insight Lane delivers Colin Sutherland’s perspective from the intersection of leadership and innovat...

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Market Trends

Automotive Fleet's former editor, Mike Antich, shared his opinions and ideas on the overall commerci...

Mike Antich

Former Editor and Associate Publisher

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Remarketing Streams

Remarketing Streams reports on the flow of used vehicles moving through the consignor-auction-dealer...

Martin Romjue

Managing Editor

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Market Trends•by Mike Antich•September 14, 2020

The Evolution of Fleet Data into a Macro-Business Intelligence Tool

The proliferation of connected vehicle technology has created the capability to use vehicle-generated data in non-fleet-related business activities. Today, real-time telematics data is gaining a growing recognition as a valuable business intelligence (BI) tool for entities outside of fleet management to collect, integrate, and analyze business information.

Nobody Asked Me, But...•by Staff Writer•August 27, 2020

Getting a PhD in Fleet

COVID-19 has changed how fleets connect with each other but that doesn’t mean you have to give up the opportunity to grow, learn, and get better at managing your fleet.

Market Trends•by Mike Antich•August 6, 2020

Are Vocational Fleets Futureproof?

One of the largest vocational fleet segments between the late 1940s and early 1960s was milk home-delivery fleets. It took 15 years for the milk home-delivery fleet segment to cycle from its peak to its near demise.

Nobody Asked Me, But...•by Sherb Brown•July 21, 2020

All Charged Up

There is an avalanche of new electric vehicles slated to hit the market in the next couple years. There are over 100 new models slated to hit by 2022 from the Big Three, the major imports, and from a lot of new start-ups.

Market Trends•by Mike Antich•July 20, 2020

The Evolving Challenges in Fleet Safety Management

The COVID-19 pandemic is changing fleet safety protocols as revealed in my recent survey of commercial fleet managers that identified the top safety challenges currently facing their fleets.

Market Trends•by Mike Antich•July 13, 2020

The 2020 Nissan Frontier Features an All-New Powertrain

The 2020 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab is a mid-sized truck with off-road capabilities for fleets working in remote locations. This year it debuts with an all-new 3.8L V-6 and an all-new 9-speed automatic transmission.

Driving Notes•by Mike Antich•July 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.

Market Trends•by Mike Antich•July 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.

Nobody Asked Me, But...•by Sherb Brown•June 23, 2020

Fleet on the Rebound

Most of the key players in the fleet market are either stuck at home or working in an office but unable to travel. So we’re changing our business model to help maintain the flow of information until things get back to the way they were.

Driving Notes•by Mike Antich•June 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.

Market Trends•by Mike Antich•June 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.

Driving Notes•by Mike Antich•June 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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