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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 20, 2025
Ohio Launches Statewide Drone First Responder Program:The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) uses new state legislation to establish the Drone First Response (DFR) program.
The Chevy Bolt Makes A Comeback: Fast charging, improved tech, same affordable price tag.
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.
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.
Fontaine Expands Dual-Drive Steering Options for Peterbilt Model 220: Fontaine Modification has expanded its sit-down dual-drive steering conversion for Peterbilt Model 220 trucks, giving fleet operators greater flexibility and safety in curbside and roadway operations.
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.
Inside Alexandria’s Tons of Trucks: A Model for Citizen Engagement in Fleet Operations: A look at how direct public engagement can help fleet departments build transparency, understanding, and trust with the communities they serve.
Speed Smarter, See Better: Fleet Innovations from Somerset: Keith Kerman shares how Intelligent Speed Assist and Executive Order 39 aim to make municipalities safer for all.
Building Your First Fleet Charging System While Avoiding Costly Pitfalls: Cities like Madison, Wisconsin, show fleet electrification can succeed, but many agencies still need to understand how misjudging charging needs and infrastructure complexity can lead to costly mistakes.
Streamlined Maintenance and Repair Options Now Available for Canadian Fleets: Fleetio expands its Maintenance Shop Network into Canada, giving fleets access to verified repair shops, real-time tracking, and automated approvals.
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