Operations

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

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

A person holding a clipboard and writing on an inspection checklist beside the wheel of a large white vehicle, likely conducting a fleet or safety inspection.

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

News•by Staff and News Reports•October 12, 2023

Fleet Forward & Fleet Safety Conference 2023 Agenda Announced

Convening at the Santa Clara Marriott Nov. 8-10, the combined conferences provide thought leadership and on-the-ground solutions on fleet safety and the future of fleet.

Articles•October 12, 2023

How AI in Fleet Maintenance Decreases Downtime

Artificial intelligence in maintenance workflows can increase safety, reduce costs, and achieve new levels of efficiency. Here are three ways how, including how to power ChatGPT to manage fault code descriptions.

Photo Galleries•by Staff•October 11, 2023

AFLA Celebrates Award Winners at 2023 Conference

At the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association's 2023 corporate fleet conference in Palm Springs, honors were bestowed for Fleet Manager of the Year, Fleet Visionary, and AFLA President's Awards. Three honorees were inducted into the Fleet Hall of Fame.

Articles•Cover Story•by Mike Antich•October 11, 2023

Top 15 Fleet Trends Impacting Commercial Fleets

A good synopsis of today’s commercial fleet market is exemplified by a fleet manager who said: “Everything costs more and it takes longer to get.” Sourcing constraints persist due to restrictive OEM fleet allocation ordering.

News•by Lauren Fletcher•October 9, 2023

Vote for the 2023 Fleet Vehicle of the Year Awards! [Closing Soon]

Last week to vote! The 2023 Car, Truck, SUV, and Van of the Year awards celebrate excellence in the automotive industry, and your vote will help determine the winners.

Articles•Cover Story•by Mike Antich•October 9, 2023

Fleet Budgets Strain to Cope with Increasing Fleet Costs

Fleet costs are up across the board due to inflationary pressures. Acquisition costs have increased with minimal offset from fleet incentives. Interest rates are higher, impacting the lease vs. buy decision and companies requiring outside funding to replace vehicles.