Utilities Push Into Fuel Stations for Electric Cars
Since hitting the mass market about five years ago, electric vehicles have failed to take off, largely, experts say, because a robust network of public charging stations has not been built.
Car companies, retail chains and members of an infant charger industry have announced partnership after partnership to build the stations, but their number still falls well short of what is needed to nudge millions of drivers into making the switch, analysts say.
But now, if major electric utilities have their way, that could change.
8 Ways to Save Money on Collision Repairs
By CEI
No matter how safe our roads, vehicles and drivers become, traffic accidents are still going to happen, and fleets are going to spend money –lots of it – fixing those vehicles. Fleets spend on average four percent of their overall operating budget on collision repairs, and are always under pressure to reduce expenses.
By following these eight steps for each and every accident, fleets can save up to 10% or more on their annual accident repair bill:
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Fleet Legends & Archives
We join the chorus of our many industry colleagues in wishing Ricky Beggs, Black Book Senior Vice President and Editorial Director, a joyous retirement. A trusted voice in remarketing, Ricky joined Black Book 34 years ago and retires on April 1st. He is most definitely an expert on the used vehicle market, and not so incidentally, a very engaging and charming fellow. Fleet Management Weekly has often called upon Ricky for his insight into the fleet market and we will certainly miss him.
If you missed a NAFA-sponsored webinar of particular interest to you, you’ll be pleased to know that they are archived and still available. Want to find out more about identifying high risk drivers, setting up the right fleet KPI’s, or managing the hidden costs of an aging fleet? You can find them all on NAFA's website.
Janice Sutton
Executive Editor
International Fleet Management Company Recognized as Leading Outsourcing Provider… Again
LeasePlan USA was honored as a Global Outsourcing 100® company by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals® (IAOP®). This is LeasePlan’s fourth consecutive year to receive this recognition.
“I am so proud to be a part of a company that is recognized for our global outsourcing capabilities,” said Jon Toups, senior vice president, chief sales & marketing officer. “Here at LeasePlan we pride ourselves on being a true international fleet provider. With offices in 32 countries, we have the unique opportunity to provide consulting and solutions that look at each client’s needs on a local and global level.”
