New Federal EV Fee Could Cost Owners More Than Twice the Average Gas Tax
U.S. House Republicans advanced a new $250 annual fee on electric cars but dropped a $20 federal yearly registration fee on all vehicles starting in 2031 to fund road repairs as part of a tax reform bill under consideration.
Fleet Allstar Edition – Jim Petrillo
In this episode of Let’s Speak Fleet, Jim Petrillo of FUJIFILM Holdings America Corp (and 2021 Fleet Manager of the Year) shares how he manages his fleet and offers practical insights from his journey.
This episode includes:
- The power of open communication with leadership
- The importance of listening to feedback from naysayers.
- Staying sharp with auto industry reviews, podcasts, etc.
Watch the video for the full interview and hear Jim's expert insights firsthand.
Industry Expertise & Insights
“The fleet industry is at yet another crossroads. While in the past, the focus was primarily on technology and sustainability, we’re now seeing a shift toward issues like near-shoring, inflation, and tariffs,” says FLD’s Gary Mott in today’s edition of Fleet Pro Focus. To learn more about Gary, including his insights on the future of fleet, click HERE.
We also feature well-known industry expert Jim Petrillo, who is fleet manager for FUJIFILM Holdings America, in today’s Let’s Speak Fleet video. Jim talks about the power of open communication with leadership, how to stay sharp and more. His insights are worth hearing and you can watch HERE.
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End-to-End Logistics on a Global Scale
From moving vehicles to title & registration, from recovery & storage to maintenance, and more - Reindeer Logistics offers a customer-focused end-to-end solution.
Silencing Distraction: Can this Smartphone Feature Save Lives?
According to NHTSA, distracted driving contributes to more than 9% of fatal crashes. Distraction remains a prevalent problem among drivers, especially younger generations. Smartphones – a common form of distraction – may help curb this risky behavior. Today, most devices have a “do not disturb” feature that can block or limit distraction. New research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that when activated, this feature can be effective in reducing smartphone interactions when driving.
