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This is a compilation of 10 recent news items that readers have been most interested in this week. Watch the video then learn more about each item below.
Top Government Fleet Headlines as of February 14, 2025
Cost, Supply Issues Push New Mexico PD from Hybrids to Fuel-Efficient ICE Vehicles: The Santa Fe Police Department is opting for vehicles with a more fuel efficient engine, rather than hybrids.
Apply for the 2025 Leading Fleets Award: The award is open to government fleets and recognizes operations that are performing at a high level in fleet innovation and leadership.
Kirkland PD: A Unique Fleet Use Case for Verified Inspections and Asset Tracking: How the Kirkland Police Department improved officer and fleet safety with advanced technologies and set a new standard for safety inspections.
2025 Government Fleet Sales Starting Below Last Year's Numbers: January government fleet sales are below the January 2024 numbers.
EV Budgeting: A Look Beyond Initial Investment Costs: Electrifying your fleet? Look beyond upfront prices and learn how post purchase costs for three infrastructure options can impact your budgeting strategy.
Michigan PD’s Chevrolet Blazer EV PPV Among the First Going into Service: Take a closer look at Sterling Heights PD’s newest addition to its fleet. Plus, details on how the vehicle will be used.
2025 Public Fleet Hall of Fame Nominations Open: Do you know a fleet leader who has made a lasting impact on the industry? Nominate this fleet professional for the 2025 Public Fleet Hall of Fame.
Nominations Open for 2025 Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year: The Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year award recognizes an individual who has excelled in managing a fleet operation over the past year.
Applications Open for the 2025 Police Fleet Innovators Award: The Police Fleet Innovators Award is for fleet operations teams that have come up with innovative solutions to common problems in law enforcement fleets. Click for deadline details, plus an award FAQ.
The Model Year 2025 Police Vehicle Lineup: OEMs are giving police vehicles major upgrades for model year 2025. Ford, GM, and Stellantis share which new features to look forward to.