The South Pasadena Police Department is now replacing its entire fleet of internal combustion police cars with ten Tesla Model 3 sedans and 10 Model Y SUVs, outfitted for special police work by the Tesla race car modifier Unplugged Performance.
"Tesla's stunning track record of reliability, low maintenance costs, and impressive on-road performance and driving dynamics make EV transition a safe choice for many departments. The cost savings are undeniable and being able to bring Tesla's entire suite of crash and safety systems to bear on officer safety is an added benefit above and beyond the economics of operating and maintaining this modern EV fleet," said Sergeant Tony Abdalla.
By Sumit Chauhan, Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer, CerebrumX
As cars generate significantly more data every day, and with the advent of high-speed 5G communication, in-vehicle edge computing has become critical to ensure that connected vehicles function at scale to provide quicker and improved performance.
With each additional connection, embedded or telematics system, and data-collecting sensor, protecting vehicles from cyber threats becomes increasingly challenging.
The potential of smart vehicles can only be fully realized once the security of connected vehicles and the corresponding data has been effectively addressed.
By Ed Dubens, CEO/Founder of eDriving
Managing 'Grey Fleet' drivers and contractors presents a unique challenge to employers, as these drivers use their personal vehicles to drive for work purposes.
Grey fleet usage has been on the rise since the pandemic and shows little signs of slowing. Without direct control over the condition, maintenance, and insurance of the vehicles, ensuring safety and enforcing policies can be difficult.
Management of grey fleet vehicles is rife with misconceptions that can leave organizations and drivers exposed and at risk. Check out some of the more common myths and misconceptions and how to address them effectively.
The WIFM Mentorship Program pairs various levels of experienced professionals who are looking to gain knowledge and perspective from their AFLA fleet community.
No matter where you are in your career, sharing best practices through one-on-one mentorship can be one of the most rewarding partnerships you can make as a fleet professional.
Hear from current program participants on the value they gain through connection with the WIFM Mentorship Program.
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July was the hottest month in all of recorded human history. The heat wave is only partly responsible for the high gas prices. Price spikes were due to three main factors: heat-related refinery outages, strong summer demand for gasoline, and gasoline inventories that were at their lowest July level since 2015.
Strong demand and low inventories are classic high-gas-price triggers, but heat-related outages are less common. AAA, which tracks gas prices, said the extreme heat we're all experiencing this summer meant some U.S. refineries, especially those near the Gulf of Mexico, had to cut back. Due to the high heat, the U.S. refined around 500,000 fewer barrels a day than usual.