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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.

Illustration by Sequoia Blankenship.
Articlesby Christy GrimesApril 11, 2024

From the Station to the Shop: Bridging Police Work with Government Fleet Management

“Working in law enforcement prior to transitioning to fleet management provided me with invaluable experience and insights that greatly influence the decisions I make today,” says Jennifer Brown, facilities and fleet section director for the city of Flagstaff, Arizona.

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Newsby Christy GrimesApril 10, 2024

PFC 2024 Session Spotlight: Rolling Safely - All About Police Tires

The importance of proper tire care on police vehicles cannot be overstated. See how you can keep your officers informed about their tires and what signs they should look out for.

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Articlesby Christy GrimesApril 9, 2024

How a County Fleet Began its Electrification Journey on a Shoestring Budget

As an early adopter, Cobb County was able to save thousands of dollars in its initial transition to EVs, as well as on its EV infrastructure installation. See how Fleet Services Director Al Curtis did it, and how you can bring stakeholders onboard with adopting EVs today.

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Newsby Christy GrimesApril 2, 2024

TxDOT Demos Connected Vehicle Technology to Provide Work Zone Alerts to Drivers

TxDOT work trucks will be outfitted with connected vehicle technology so that when a work truck sets up on the side of the road or blocks a lane for highway repairs, the truck automatically sends out an alert that an active work zone is ahead.

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Newsby Christy GrimesMarch 28, 2024

PFC 2024 Session Spotlight: The Police Pursuit Vehicle - Is it Still Necessary?

Two law enforcement fleet professionals will provide a look at what makes a vehicle pursuit-rated, and discuss common concerns your stakeholders and fellow officers may have.

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Newsby Christy GrimesMarch 26, 2024

March 2024 Recall Roundup: Chrysler, Ford, GM, Tesla, & More

Check your fleets! A roundup of recent vehicle recalls involving vehicles popular among public sector fleets.

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[|CREDIT|]Photo: Courtesy of Ford Motor Company
Articlesby Christy GrimesMarch 20, 2024

Government Fleet Fundamentals: All About Recalls

The basics on vehicle recalls and tips on how to manage them within your fleet, from a seasoned fleet manager.

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Articlesby Christy GrimesMarch 18, 2024

Industry Associations: The Heartbeat of Fleet Management

Fleet managers share what industry associations mean to them. Plus, a list of industry associations to help you find the right fit.

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Newsby Christy GrimesMarch 14, 2024

PFC 2024 Shop Talk Spotlight: Protecting Your Officers with Ballistic Technology

A law enforcement fleet management veteran shares ways to protect officers in their patrol vehicles, plus gives a look at the different materials and methods available for protecting officers in their cruisers.

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Newsby Christy GrimesMarch 8, 2024

Pennsylvania State Police Changes Patrol Vehicle Color for Added Visibility

See photos of the two vehicle colors to compare them. Plus, how the new vehicle colors will be deployed onto the fleet.

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