‘The Best of the Best’
The NAFA Institute and Expo in Baltimore is full of the best of the best - including a fantastic show floor with new and past exhibitors with some superb offerings for fleet professionals.
Efficiently and Affordably Managing Vehicle Repair and Maintenance
ServiceUp’s software-as-a-service solution helps drivers, fleet managers and shops efficiently and affordably manage all repair and maintenance tasks - resulting in increased vehicle utilization.
New Program Connects Customers with Best-in-Class EV Charging Solutions
Mike Albert Fleet Solutions has announced a new Fleet Electrification Referral Program designed to pair customers considering electrifying their fleets with best-in-class charge point providers.
The program, which includes new partnerships with ChargePoint, Blink Charging Co., and Enel X Way, will help fleet managers quickly and seamlessly navigate the logistics of electrification, including charging infrastructure, navigating government incentives, financing, and ongoing support.
IIHS Study Finds Many Auto Workshops Lack ADAS Repair Know-how
By Frank Terlep, Vice President for ADAS Services for OPUS IVS
In a recent survey, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) found that owners of vehicles equipped with front crash prevention, blind spot detection or rearview or other visibility-enhancing cameras, still had issues with the features even after the initial repair job was completed.
There’s no denying that identifying, recruiting, and retaining qualified repair technicians is difficult today, but the standardization of how vehicles are repaired properly, especially with crash avoidance technology, is simply not there.
Burger King Teams with Element to Beef Up EV Fleet
By Dave Bean, FMW Associate Editor
Global fast-food giant Restaurant Brands International (RBI) transitioned nearly one-third of its Burger King US field team from driving gasoline-powered vehicles to more environmentally conscious EVs.
To accomplish the goal of electrifying much of its traveling workforce and reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, RBI and Burger King reached out to Element Fleet Management, which has its own well-established track record of global corporate sustainability.
“It was instantly clear Burger King is serious about following through with their commitments and finding solutions that have long-term payoff and positive impact on the environment,” said David Madrigal, Chief Commercial Officer at Element Fleet Management.
