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ArticlesMarch 1, 2003

Diverse Marketing Drives Sales for American Van Rental

Event marketing is just one of the techniques that has helped the Atlanta-based independent rental company thrive for more than a decade.

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Articlesby Mike AntichMay 1, 2002

In a Down Economy, Fleets Repair Rather than Replacing Accident-Damaged Vehicles

The slowdown in the nation's economy has prompted many companies to re-examine their cost containment strategies, which has resulted in new initiatives to reduce the cost of operating their company fleets.

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ArticlesApril 1, 2001

Utah Outsources Maintenance to Get More Accurate Data

Incomplete and inaccurate vehicle maintenance data prompted the state of Utah to outsource part of its fleet on a pilot program. A one-year evaluation was successful and the outsourced maintenance program, was adopted.

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ArticlesAugust 1, 1999

Shell VehicleMinder Software Simplifies Paperwork, Saves Time

Shell's new VehicleMinder software enables fleet managers to track preventive maintenance, monitor fuel costs, generate more accurate work orders, analyze parts usage and labor costs, and keep employee records up-to-date.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 1999

Fleet Managers Can Now Pre-Pay for Maintenance Costs

With Isuzu's Assured Maintenance Program, fleets can pre-pay for scheduled maintenance of a new Isuzu truck, allowing fleets to predict maintenance costs over the entire life of the vehicle.

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ArticlesMay 1, 1999

Choosing the Right Oil for Your Vehicles

Understanding the oil viscosity classifications and knowing the correct oil to use in the type of weather your vehicles operate under can help ensure good engine performance and prolong engine life.

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ArticlesMay 1, 1999

How to Deal With the Shortage of Auto Service Techs

Fleet managers can retain their existing technicians by giving them more responsibility, finding out what's importance to them, and assuring that their wages and benefits are comparable to the marketplace.

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Articlesby StaffMay 1, 1999

Replacing Engines Instead of Buying New Vehicles

In many cases, replacing an old fleet vehicle engine with a rebuilt or remanufactured engine is more cost-effective than buying a new car or truck.

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ArticlesMarch 1, 1999

First-Ever Breakout of Maintenance Costs by Trucks, Vans, & SUVs

This study of 40,701 trucks breaks out costs for 12 maintenance categories ranging from brakes to suspensions. These costs are broken out for eight truck segments, spanning full-size pickups to cargo minivans, over seven mileage ranges.

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ArticlesApril 1, 1988

How Ford's FSP Works for Fleets

This exclusive report discusses the strategy behind Ford's Fleet Service Plan and Extended Service Plans and ways for fleets to support repair and maintenance needs through the manufacturer's nationwide dealer network.

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