On our recent visit to the UK we heard a good deal about the tax implications of vehicle emissions in Europe and how they weigh on certain strategic decisions fleet managers must make. Europe has very strong and popular environmental rules. Alarmingly, the U.S. now has a presumptive presidential nominee who scoffs at the proven science of climate change. We will find out in November where we, as a nation, stand on this vital issue.
Fleets have an enormous role to play in this arena. In his latest column for Fleet Management Weekly, sustainability expert Brian Matuszewski points out some proven measures that fleets can take to make both a positive impact on the environment and lower their fuel costs.
Not so incidentally, we note this week that two public utility fleets — California’s PG&E and Arizona Public Service are joining an increasing number of fleets that are strongly committing to electric alternatives. The future is here.
Janice Sutton
Editor in Chief
