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ArticlesCover Storyby Mike AntichOctober 25, 2019

Operating Costs Inch Up for Second Consecutive Year

Fleet operating costs increased in CY-2019 due to higher PM costs, ongoing pressure to increase maintenance labor rates to address the widespread tech shortage, and higher prices for commodities to manufacture replacement tires.

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NewsOctober 23, 2019

Penske, Ridecell Partner for Carsharing Initiative

The Ridecell platform used by Penske Dash provides a complete solution for its carsharing service of Volkswagen Jetta cars

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Newsby StaffOctober 22, 2019

September Depreciation Report Shows 1% Overall Decline

Subcompact crossovers were the only segment that saw a positive change last month, compact vans and luxury cars saw the biggest declines.

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ArticlesOctober 22, 2019

Understanding Economic Service Life for Better Fleet Cost Forecasting

A lifecycle cost analysis that incorporates a work vehicle’s productivity can lead to greater fleet utilization and decreased fleet spend.

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Newsby StaffOctober 18, 2019

Used Fleet Vehicles Fall 1.6% in September

The value of former fleet vehicles sold at physical auctions and through other wholesale channels fell 1.6% in September compared to August but were 0.9% higher than a year ago, according to commentary by KAR Global's chief economist.

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Articlesby Andy LundinOctober 17, 2019

Meet the 2019 Fleet Visionary Winners

The fourth annual Fleet Visionary Awards were hosted at the 2019 Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association (AFLA) Conference alongside other prestigious fleet awards.

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Newsby StaffOctober 15, 2019

Wholesale Values Continue to Slide Midway Through October

Both the car and truck segment saw similar depreciation: overall car segment values decreased 0.51% last week compared to 0.65% the week before while truck segment values decreased 0.54% compared to 0.48% the week before.

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherOctober 15, 2019

Women in Fleet: Erica Fine of Derive

With a background in banking and finance, Fine is motivated by change, helping others, and creating more sustainable fleet operations.

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NewsOctober 11, 2019

Ford Reflects on Michigan Mobility Lab

Ford plans to expand its partnership beyond Ann Arbor to six more U.S. cities, including Austin, Texas, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, and Detroit.

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Newsby StaffOctober 10, 2019

September Wholesale Market Performance Signals Waning Market Strength

The used wholesale market showed strength in September, as values overall held up in line with what’s expected in summer, but the market is also beginning to show signs of weakness.

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