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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.

Newsby Christy GrimesJanuary 31, 2024

US Army Expands Electrification Efforts

About 1,000 EVs have been deployed across the country since the U.S. Army's Climate Strategy was rolled out. Around 600 dual port charging stations have been installed to charge them.

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Articlesby Christy GrimesJanuary 30, 2024

Electrifying Police Fleets: The Basics

Two fleet professionals and two sworn officers weigh in on considerations you should take in the transition to an electrified law enforcement fleet — from getting buy-in, to funding the vehicles and infrastructure, learning how to drive the vehicles, and upfitting them.

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Newsby Christy GrimesJanuary 29, 2024

January 2024 Recall Roundup: Daimler, Ford, Mack, & Rosenbauer

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

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Newsby Christy GrimesJanuary 18, 2024

New Mexico PD Saves Money on New Patrol Unit Color

The department will phase in black patrol vehicles as it replaces those on its current patrol fleet.

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Newsby Christy GrimesJanuary 15, 2024

Drone News Roundup: Lawsuits, Privacy Concerns, Community Relations, & Mutual Aid

A roundup of the latest headlines involving the use of drones by police, including a finding by a state appellate court, a state bill addressing privacy concerns, and more.

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Newsby Christy GrimesJanuary 11, 2024

How an Arizona City's New Electric Fire Truck Differs from its Diesel Fire Trucks

Mesa Fire and Medical's E-ONE Vector electric pumper can get about 142 miles in a city and 100 miles on a highway before the range extender kicks in.

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Articlesby Christy GrimesJanuary 11, 2024

Fit to Serve: Weighing Outsourced and In-House Police Vehicle Upfitting

A look at why outsourced work might be a more efficient and safer option for your law enforcement fleet.

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Articlesby Christy GrimesJanuary 9, 2024

How to Protect Your Fleet Drivers from Crime

With crimes like carjacking and vehicle thefts on the rise, fleet operators can be targeted. A look at common crimes against drivers, plus ways to avoid them.

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Articlesby Christy GrimesJanuary 8, 2024

Government Fleet Fundamentals: Vehicle Classes 1-8

A no-nonsense guide on vehicle classes, plus a breakdown of common vehicles in public sector fleets from each class.

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Newsby Christy GrimesJanuary 4, 2024

Audit: LAPD Helicopter Operations Cost Nearly $128,000 Per Day

Between 2018 and 2022, the agency spent an average of $46.6 million annually on its Air Support Division. Over half the flights during that time were not to the highest priority calls.

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