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Articles

How to Manage Conflict for Your Fleet Operations

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

Are You Tracking Your Fleet's True Total Cost of Ownership?

Turning Connected Vehicle Data Into Decisions That Matter

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Cameras, Safety and Insurance: From Reactive Claims to Real-time Prevention

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Articles•February 19, 2025

Master the Fleet Management RFP Process Like a Pro

A smart RFP process helps fleet managers secure top suppliers, reduce costs, and drive long-term success — here’s how to do it right.

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News•February 19, 2025

Auto Industry Faces Unclear Tariff Decisions

Analysis: The proposed levies would add further price pressure to an auto industry already facing affordability challenges.

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Articles•by Elora Haynes•February 18, 2025

What Drives You? Fleet Managers and the Cars They Choose for Themselves

Fleet pros get personal about their daily drives — EV quirks, tech tantrums, and why some just can’t quit their trusty old rides.

Articles•February 17, 2025

Marijuana On the Move: Key Considerations for Fleets in 2025

Transporting cannabis is no simple task — fleet managers must navigate compliance, safety, and efficiency to protect drivers and cargo.

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Articles•by Chris Brown•February 13, 2025

EV Shortages, Regulations, and Roadblocks: One Fleet Leader’s Battle for Compliance & Efficiency

Bruce Birdsell, fleet manager for Hermanson Company in the Pacific Northwest, shares his journey to find viable electric solutions for his mechanical contracting fleet.

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News•by News/Media Release•February 13, 2025

New Survey Reports Majority of U.S. Fleet Professionals Say Stress Impacts Driving Performance

86% believe the risk of driving accidents has increased in the last five years, according to the Geotab survey.

News•by Martin Romjue•February 12, 2025

How Companies Can Think, Message, and Manage Clearly

CAR 2025: The commander of the U.S.S. Cole, attacked by al-Qaeda terrorists in 2000, will keynote the conference, drawing on his frontline experience with leadership and crisis management.

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News•by Staff•February 12, 2025

Element Fleet Management Announces Passing of Strategic Alliance VP Darin Ficenec

Darin Ficenec, former Element strategic alliance VP, is remembered for his leadership, integrity, and dedication to fostering strong industry partnerships.

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Articles•by Elora Haynes•February 10, 2025

More Than a Transaction: Navigating the Fleet-Dealer Relationship in 2025

Higher courtesy delivery fees, shorter ordering windows, and changing vehicle allocation strategies have made it clear that a good fleet-dealer relationship isn’t just nice to have — it’s necessary.

News•by Staff•February 7, 2025

In Memoriam: Bill Henderson, Former GM and Oldsmobile Leader

Bill Henderson, former GM fleet sales vice president and Oldsmobile account manager, is remembered for his leadership, professionalism, and lasting legacy.

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