A monthly look at the most impactful stories shaping government fleets. This month, we’re diving into KPIs that really matter, AI’s role in leveling the playing field for smaller fleets, smarter garage design, GPS in action, and two police EV pilots making headlines.
In this episode:
📌 The KPIs you can’t afford to ignore: Top KPIs to Track to Improve Fleet Performance
🚛 How AI makes TCO smarter for small fleets: From Disadvantaged to Data-Driven: Understanding AI and Its Role Within Small Government Fleets
🏢 Building a garage that works today and tomorrow: 7 Design Principles of Highly Effective Garages
🛰️ GPS as a must-have for accountability, safety, and planning: Fleet Success Through GPS: Saving Money, Time, and Lives
⚡ Two police EV pilots you’ll want to keep an eye on: The City of Austin Introduces EV Patrol Fleet | Michigan Police Department Finds Early Success with Chevrolet Blazer EV PPV
Timestamps
0:00 – Intro 0:29 – 6 KPIs Every Fleet Should Be Tracking 📊 From cost control to driver behavior—metrics that reveal where your fleet stands and how to improve.
1:46 – How AI is Changing TCO for Small Fleets 🤖 Why artificial intelligence could save smaller municipal fleets millions by replacing outdated spreadsheets and guesswork.
2:24 – Designing a Fleet Garage for the Future 🏗️ Seven core elements—from safety and workflow to EV-readiness—that every shop should consider.
3:06 – GPS and Telematics: A Penny-Wise or Dollar-Foolish Decision? 🛰️ Real-world lessons on why GPS has become one of the biggest bangs for the buck in fleet management.
6:25 – Austin Police Launch EV Pilot ⚡🚓 A closer look at Austin’s first EV patrol units, their features, officer training, and performance tracking.
4:47 – Sterling Heights’ First Pursuit-Rated EV Patrol Vehicle 🌱🚓 Early results from Michigan’s first all-electric patrol car and what it means for cost savings, emissions, and community perception.
🚨 Visit Government Fleet to stay up to date on industry news and trends
📰 Sign up for the Government Fleet newsletter!
🎧 Prefer to listen? Subscribe to the GovCast podcast! GovCast on Spotify
➡ GovCast on Apple Podcasts