Police Fleets ‘Like’ Ford Explorer

The next time you’re watching a high-speed pursuit unfolding on the local TV news, don’t be surprised if you see the bad guys being chased by police in an SUV. That would be the police version of the Ford Explorer, which is rated as being capable of police pursuits.

Debate over Safety, Performance Benefits of AWD Cars

All four wheels are powering the next step in the evolution of the luxury-car business: the rise of all-wheel drive. What is debatable is whether all-wheel drive delivers enough safety and performance benefits for the $2,000 to $3,000 extra charge car makers typically add to the price tag, as well as the mileage penalty that […]

Get a Grip on Fleet Telematics Data

Efficient fleets boost the bottom line. But as telematics devices make the vehicle data available to operators more robust, the need to interpret and utilize that data to maximize fleet efficiency has risen. “I think fleets in general have become more aware that there are true cost savings out there,” says Jeff Pursell, vice president […]