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ArticlesJanuary 15, 2016

Identifying Your CEO's Key Performance Indicators

A fleet operation generates data that can be manipulated and parsed in myriad ways. Fleet managers must report to management, but what key performance indicators (KPIs) are most important to your CEO?

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ArticlesCover StoryNovember 3, 2015

Operating Costs Flat for Third Consecutive Year

A number of variables are keeping fleet operating costs flat, primarily the dramatic drop in fuel prices that began three years ago, but also extended maintenance intervals, and lower commodity prices to manufacture tires.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichNovember 2, 2015

Flat Fuel Prices Forecast to Extend Through 2016

Lower prices for gasoline and diesel have been a welcome relief for fleets, in some cases, reducing operating costs by 25-30 percent. While the past three years have been heaven-sent for the fleet industry overall, it has had a dramatic impact on fleets operated by energy companies, which are scrambling to cut costs to offset the decline in oil prices. The unfortunate fact of life is that one person’s fortune is sometimes another’s misfortune.

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Articlesby Mike AntichNovember 2, 2015

Stable Commodity Prices Keep Replacement Tire Costs Flat

Replacement tires are the second highest operating cost for fleets after fuel. During CY-2015, replacement tire prices have remained stable compared to the prior year.

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Articlesby Mike AntichNovember 2, 2015

2015 Fleet Fuel Spend Analysis & 2016 Forecast

Since 2013, year-over-year fuel prices have remained flat. With fuel being 60 percent of total operating costs, lower per-gallon prices have put downward pressure on total fleet costs.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichOctober 16, 2015

Operating Costs Flat for Third Consecutive Year

Calendar-year 2015 marks the third consecutive year that fleet operating costs have remained stable compared to the past three years, primarily due to the continuing softness in gasoline and diesel prices. Replacement tires, the second highest operating cost, were stable due to the ongoing softness in commodity prices, primarily rubber and oil, while increased maintenance intervals contributed to lower maintenance costs for fleets. The forecast is more of the same for CY-2016.

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Articlesby Mike AntichSeptember 19, 2015

Developing and Controlling a Fleet Budget

Preparing a fleet budget requires only three easy steps: develop your cost assumptions, determine line-item expenses, and correct the variances between budgeted and actual costs.

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StatisticsJune 1, 2015

2014 Operating Costs Statistics

Statistics covering operating costs.

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Articlesby StaffJanuary 6, 2015

Top Best Practices in Truck Maintenance

Maintenance continues to be among the most expensive aspects of running a Class 3-7 truck fleet. But, there are ways to control these costs and remain efficient.

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Articlesby Anonymous AuthorDecember 10, 2014

How Senior Management Can Motivate Fleet Managers

Different people are motivated in different ways. Some require positive feedback and recognition, some are driven by criticism, while, for others, it;s simple fear. What can senior management do to motivate fleet managers.

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