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Thi Dao

Former Executive Editor

Thi Dao is the former executive editor of Government Fleet magazine. 

Articlesby Thi DaoJanuary 20, 2017

Propane Autogas Patrol Cars: Analyzing Cost, Benefits

Propane autogas conversions add to vehicle costs — how can a government fleet make up this cost to get a return on its investment? Polk County Sheriff's Office in Florida explains the costs and benefits of converting its fleet to run on propane autogas.

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Newsby Thi DaoJanuary 18, 2017

Miami-Dade Creates Technician Trainee Program

The Miami-Dade County (Fla.) fleet has a new program to help it overcome its heavy equipment technician recruitment problems. Fleet Director Alex Alfonso explains how fleet staff created the program and how it works.

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FleetSpeakby Thi DaoJanuary 16, 2017

Fleet Greening in Trump's America

Whatever your political opinion, there’s no doubt Trump’s agenda on the environment is vastly different from President Obama’s.

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Articlesby Thi DaoDecember 14, 2016

Police Vehicle Upfitting: In-House or Outsource?

Whether a public agency upfits its new police cars in-house or sends them out depends on a variety of factors. Here’s why agencies choose their methods and some best practices they’ve learned from years of experience.

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FleetSpeakby Thi DaoNovember 30, 2016

How Are Your Customer Interactions?

A positive motor pool experience means fleets are providing a streamlined experience for their customers.

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Articlesby Thi DaoNovember 23, 2016

More Opportunities Than Challenges at Tampa

The City of Tampa, Fla., fleet has hit its stride, with a staff consisting of a dream team, support from department heads, and an interim fleet manager keen on networking with neighboring fleets.

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Articlesby Thi DaoNovember 2, 2016

When Should You Change Oil?

Fleets analyzing oil samples can determine if their maintenance cycles are done at the right time and also identify maintenance issues before they become bigger problems.

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Newsby Thi DaoOctober 26, 2016

Renewable Diesel Coming to Washington

Targa Sound Terminal in Tacoma, Wash., will become what is believed to be the first terminal in the state to offer renewable diesel (R99) in early 2017. The terminal, which sells to distributors, is making the fuel available due to increasing demand from government agencies.

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Newsby Thi DaoOctober 25, 2016

Charlotte Airport Hires First-Ever Fleet Manager

Scott Kincaid was recently named Charlotte Douglas (N.C.) International Airport’s first ever fleet manager to oversee fleet growth. He started on Aug. 1.

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Newsby Thi DaoOctober 20, 2016

Fla. County Hires New Fleet Manager

Sarasota County, Fla., has hired a new fleet manager to take over for its retiring fleet manager. Ron Kennedy, CEM, CPFP, started as fleet manager at the county on Sept. 16.

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