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Basic Tracking vs Next Generation Fleet Technology

Fleet software is getting more sophisticated and effective than ever, tying big data models together to transform maintenance, safety, and the value of your existing tech stack. Fleet technology upgrades are undoubtedly an investment, but updated technology can offer a much higher return. Read how upgrading your fleet technology can increase the return on your investment.

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NewsFebruary 11, 2014

Ill. Agencies Fund Fleet Purchases with Drug Money

In Central Illinois, money from drug busts is often being used to fund fleet purchases. That’s the case in McLean County, where many of the Sheriff’s Department’s fleet of marked vehicles is paid for by federal asset forfeiture money, according to Central Illinois Proud.

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NewsFebruary 4, 2014

U.S. Bank Expands Cooperative Purchasing Pact

A new agreement between U.S. Bank and cooperative purchasing group WSCA-NASPO offers states, cities and public educational entities streamlined access to more U.S. Bank commercial fuel-card programs at preferred prices, the bank announced today.

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Articlesby Thi DaoJanuary 30, 2014

Chevrolet Colorado An 'Appealing Option' for Government Fleets

Public fleet managers are awaiting the return of the mid-size truck, hoping for a lower capital cost and improved fuel efficiency over larger models.

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NewsJanuary 27, 2014

Ill. County’s Car Sharing Saves $250K

Cook County, Ill., has saved about $250,000 with a car sharing program in its first year by downsizing the vehicle fleet by 10 cars, cutting mileage reimbursement, and salvaging older vehicles.

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Articlesby Thi DaoJanuary 17, 2014

How the Improving Economy Is Affecting Fleet Budgets

The economy is undoubtedly improving, and oftentimes, public fleet finances are improving along with it. In a Government Fleet survey, 59% of respondents said their fleet finances are back to pre-recession levels and 80% said they’re optimistic about the future, but others still face challenging times and fear their budgets will never get back to “normal.”

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NewsJanuary 15, 2014

Mo. Airport Refurbishes Snow Removal Vehicles

Kansas City International Airport chose to refurbish and upgrade 10 Oshkosh snow removal vehicles used to maintain the airfield during snow events as well as routine debris-clearing operations.

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Newsby Thi DaoJanuary 10, 2014

Audit: Okla. Should Trim Underused Vehicles to Save $1.3M

The State of Oklahoma can save $1.3 million a year by reducing the number of underutilized non-pursuit light-duty vehicles by 30%, a fleet consultant has recommended.

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NewsJanuary 7, 2014

Md. County Updating Fleet with Ambulance Fee Revenue

Montgomery County, Md., plans to add as many as 14 new fire and EMS vehicles by July 1 with funding from a newly collected ambulance transport fee expected to generate $18 million a year.

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NewsJanuary 6, 2014

N.Y. City Buys Police Tahoes, Malibus

The $500,000 outlay is the first since 2008 for new police vehicles and will be funded by casino revenue from the Seneca Nation of Indians.

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NewsDecember 18, 2013

Ill. City Searches for Funding to Replace Refuse Fleet

City of Quincy, Ill., Mayor Kyle Moore hopes raising refuse collection prices and charging private haulers to work in the city will allow the city to replace seven of its nine refuse trucks and set aside $100,000 per year for vehicle replacement.

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