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Hybrids: Electrification Without the Challenges

Hybrids bridge the gap between ICE vehicles and EVs, making them a smart choice for fleets that want to reduce emissions but aren’t ready to fully electrify. Hybrids, which are powered by internal combustion engines and electric motors, capture the benefits of electric power without the barriers many organizations find challenging.

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Articlesby Chris BrownOctober 19, 2017

Can Fleets Subscribe to a Vehicle?

For fleets, technology is enabling a more efficient way to use vehicles, increase utilization, and more precisely match the type of vehicle to usage.

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Articlesby Shelley MikaOctober 3, 2017

Ford's F-150 Police Responder Offers Pursuit Performance

In July, Ford introduced the next model in its line of law enforcement vehicles, the F-150 Police Responder. The industry’s first police pursuit-rated pickup truck is built to provide law enforcement fleets improved performance in off-road and rural environments.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterAugust 31, 2017

Equipment from APWA's 2017 Public Works Expo

The Public Works Expo (PWX), produced by the American Public Works Association (APWA), took place August 27-30 in Orlando. Here's a collection of some equipment from the show floor. Photos by Thi Dao

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ArticlesJune 1, 2017

Preparing Your Fleet for Autonomous Vehicles

Technology available on vehicles today is pushing us closer to self-driving vehicles. But there’s still a lot of work to be done before we get there, as public agencies research and test autonomous vehicles and determine how to prepare for them.

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Articlesby Thi DaoMay 1, 2017

Ford's Police Responder Hybrid Sedan Doubles Fuel Efficiency

Ford’s all-new Police Responder Hybrid Sedan will get an EPA-estimated 38 mpg combined and is designed for urban or local patrol.

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Articlesby Paul ClintonMarch 1, 2017

Chevrolet Bolt EV Electrifies Public Fleets

The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV's biggest advantages are its 238-mile range and more affordable price point.

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Articlesby Thi DaoJune 14, 2016

Unique Fleet Vehicles

You won’t find these vehicles at many fleets! We asked fleets about the unusual vehicles their agencies own and operate. Here are a few of their unique fleet units.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterJune 6, 2016

Unique Fleet Vehicles

You won’t find these vehicles at many fleets! We asked fleets about the unusual vehicles their agencies own and operate. Here are a few of their unique fleet units.

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ArticlesNovember 21, 2015

Trends From the 2015 L.A. Auto Show

The 2015 L.A. Auto Show included a renewed focus on luxury models, experiments in disruptive technology such as hydrogen power and virtual reality-enhanced driving, sportier exterior and interior designs with more emotional appeal, and the rising popularity of electrified powertrains over diesel and other alternative fuel types.

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ArticlesNovember 17, 2015

2017 Ford Super Duty: More Capability, Less Weight

An aluminum-alloy body helps reduce the weight of Ford’s 2017 F-Series Super Duty by up to 350 lbs.

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