NAFA's Essentials of Fleet Management Seminar returns this spring! This one-stop training program for individuals new to the industry or growing in their role will guide you through the latest best-practices, strategies, key skills, and resources for managing your fleet.
This four-day online seminar is your chance to learn alongside other fleet professionals about the fundamental principles of running an efficient fleet.
Essentials of Fleet Management Seminar • March 12, 14, 19, and 26
Early Bird rates are available! To reserve your spot today, click here.
So much in work (and life) hinges upon proper planning, and the conferences we attend are certainly a good example of this. In today’s issue Ed Pierce has a great piece titled How to Get the Most Out of NAFA I&E with this Marketing Checklist & On-Site Timeline. I know that I’m certainly going to use it in my planning for this year’s conferences! Read it Here.
Safety, Driving and Love
“February, the month of love, brings with it an opportunity to foster a positive relationship with our daily commutes. Instead of viewing it as a mundane task, let’s transform our mindset and embrace the road with love,” writes Sarah Bechtold in today’s Crash-Free Culture column. It’s an interesting take, and we couldn’t agree more. Read it Here.
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Ted Roberts
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General Motors claimed that it is “all-in on electric vehicles” for years, but today, CEO Mary Barra confirmed that the automaker is changing strategy and going back to plug-in hybrids amid setback in its electric car plans.
She announced on GM’s latest earnings call today:
"Our forward plans include bringing our plug-in hybrid technology to select vehicles in North America. Let me be clear, GM remains committed to eliminating tailpipe emissions from our light-duty vehicles by 2035. But in the interim, deploying plug-in technology in strategic segments will deliver some of the environmental benefits of EVs as the nation continues to build its charging infrastructure. We are timing the launches to help us comply with the more stringent fuel economy and tailpipe emission standards that are being proposed."
Ecolab—a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions—selected Ford Pro™, Ford’s commercial division, to accelerate the electrification of its sales and service fleet, targeting complete North American fleet electrification by 2030.
In going electric, Ecolab estimates that it can lower overall costs, with internal financial models forecasting a lower total cost of ownership over the life of the vehicles compared to ICE vehicles.
"Ford and Ecolab have worked closely for almost 100 years, from water conservation at Ford now to electrification at Ecolab. Together, we’re showing that sustainability is good for the bottom line and the environment.” - Ted Cannis, Ford Pro CEO
The Black Fleet Network looks to create opportunity and equity for black professionals in the fleet industry.