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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 October 06, 2025
Top KPIs to Track to Improve Fleet Performance: While tracking KPIs is essential for optimizing fleet performance, it’s important to start with clearly defined goals.
Balancing Refurbishment, Replacement, and Retention in Your Fleet: How fleet managers are balancing refurbishment and replacement, leveraging data for preventive maintenance, and retaining technicians with pay, tools, and flexible schedules.
7 Design Principles of Highly Effective Garages: Learn how to create a place where employees feel prepared to do their jobs safely.
Michigan Police Department Finds Early Success with Chevrolet Blazer EV PPV: Take a closer look at Sterling Heights PD’s newest addition to its fleet. Plus, details on how the vehicle is being used.
The City of Austin Introduces EV Patrol Fleet: The Austin Police Department is set to start its pilot EV program with two fully equipped new EVs.
Keith Kerman Shares Lessons from Fleet Electrification: Keith Kerman shares what has worked for his fleet as they continue their electrification and sustainability efforts.
Schneider Electric Takes On Resilient Energy: Schneider Electric has launched a new initiative to alleviate the load on the U.S. power grid.
From Disadvantaged to Data-Driven: Understanding AI and Its Role Within Small Government Fleets: Can artificial intelligence help smaller municipal fleets address the limitations of traditional total cost of ownership methods?
Are You Recovering Loss of Use & Diminution of Value?: Are you recovering everything you are entitled to? A look at government risk management and how to positively affect the bottom line at budget time.
Colorado Approves Individual Program Plan for Petroleum Packaging: Colorado takes initial steps toward improved lubricant packaging, enhancing safety, handling, and sustainability efforts.
Want another roundup? Check out the Challenges Haunting Public Sector Fleets