When it comes to municipal fleets, resurface could be the fourth “R” in the “reduce, reuse, recycle” mantra. Engine resurfacing can be done on any type of engine and can save cities and towns thousands of dollars versus the cost … Continue reading →
When keeping up with all of the tasks required for public works, organizing and managing fleets of vehicles can be difficult. Some local governments have opted to outsource their fleets while many others are still undecided on the matter or … Continue reading →
Due to being left in hot vehicles, there were a total of 13 K-9 deaths in 2017. Their preventable deaths weren’t only a blow to hearts everywhere, but also a blow to the departments’ reputation and finances. The technology for … Continue reading →
It is human nature when buying a new car to wish for all the bells and whistles, the more with which to impress your next-door neighbor. And don’t forget after-factory add-ons like a booming stereo, GPS navigation system and maybe … Continue reading →
Auctions can be a viable means for cash-strapped municipal governments to buy and sell used equipment. On the selling side, an auction is a good way to turn idle, surplus assets into revenue. And the purchasing side bears its own … Continue reading →
When disaster strikes your city, one thing that could compound the problem is not having enough fuel for emergency responders and public works vehicles. Police, fire and emergency medical personnel have to get to victims quickly and roads need to … Continue reading →
In a world that’s always looking for better, faster and smarter solutions, another must-have has been added to the checklist: environmentally conscientious. From encouragement to recycle or compost food waste to porch lights on timers, awareness of water waste and … Continue reading →
Fueling Our Future Written by Jenny Holmes on behalf of National Joint Powers Alliance® EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Public fleet departments are in a unique position to have an impact on reducing petroleum consumption and harmful emissions while saving money for their … Continue reading →
Dakota County, Minn., has proven its expertise in the world of fleet staffing. Since a merger in 2007, which resulted in all of the county’s vehicle and equipment maintenance and management efforts falling under one unit, the department has ranked … Continue reading →
Autonomous vehicles are leading headlines, with expectations that by 2020 there will be nearly 10 million cars with defined self-driving car features, according to a report from BI Intelligence. Motley Fool noted in August 2016 driverless cars could save about … Continue reading →
When you think of cities leading the way in transportation innovation, Seneca, S.C., is hardly the first place that comes to mind. However, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this Oconee County community of 8,207 became the … Continue reading →
