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Christy Grimes

Former Senior Editor

Christy Grimes is a Former Senior Editor at Bobit, having worked on Automotive Fleet and Government Fleet brands. She began covering fleet in January 2022 and has been eager to learn as much about government fleets and automotive/commercial fleets as she can.

Previously, Grimes worked on Bobit's School Bus Fleet brand.

Photo Galleriesby Christy GrimesNovember 14, 2023

Highlighting Innovation and Safety: 2023 Fleet Forward Conference [Photos]

Fleet professionals networked, learned from their peers, and test drove some of the latest vehicle models at the annual conferences, hosted in Santa Clara, California.

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Articlesby Christy GrimesNovember 13, 2023

Shop Tools Essential to Your Operations

A rundown of tools two public sector fleet managers can’t live without, and why you need them in your shop. Plus, tips on organizing your tools and equipment.

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Articlesby Christy GrimesNovember 9, 2023

The Value in Updating Police Vehicle Designs

Law enforcement agencies say vehicle decal and color changes can lead to cost savings, and are an important reflection of what they stand for.

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Articlesby Christy GrimesNovember 8, 2023

Michigan State Police Unveils 2024 Model Year Vehicle Testing Results

All police vehicle models across the board continue to improve year-over-year in braking, top speed, and vehicle dynamics testing. EVs impress in acceleration testing.

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Articlesby Christy GrimesNovember 7, 2023

Automakers Break Down Vehicle Procurement Pains

At the 2023 Police Fleet Conference, representatives from Ford, GM, and Stellantis faced fleet managers, shedding light on how the pandemic, supply chain crisis, and labor shortage have affected their business.

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Newsby Christy GrimesNovember 6, 2023

New York Town Hires Fleet Manager, Grows Fleet Ahead of Winter Season

The fleet manager position came after the city of Buffalo experienced a historic blizzard, straining the fleet and highlighting the need for a fleet manager and emergency services manager.

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Newsby Christy GrimesNovember 1, 2023

New Hampshire DOT Raises Operator Rates to Attract More Contractors

The department is also increasing equipment rental rates. It has struggled to attract drivers and contracted equipment to maintain its roadways in the winter.

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Articlesby Christy GrimesNovember 1, 2023

How Multipurpose Vehicles Can Lead to Savings

Purchasing a single vehicle and upfitting it to do the job of four different pieces of equipment in one can help fleet managers cut back on their already tight budgets.

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Newsby Christy GrimesOctober 31, 2023

October 2023 Recall Roundup: Altec, Mack, Ram, & More

Are your fleet vehicles or tires involved in the latest recalls? Check our roundup of recalls from the month of October to see.

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Newsby Christy GrimesOctober 30, 2023

Wisconsin Municipality Reaches Milestone With 100th EV

The city of Madison has been transitioning its fleet to EVs where possible for the last several years.

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