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Open-End Leasing – Your Key to Business Flexibility

Leasing allows the business to pay for only the portion of the vehicles they use. This reduces the monthly payment when compared to financing a vehicle where you pay and finance 100% of the vehicle and pay tax on the total price.

Is Your EV Fleet Prepared for a Lithium-ion Battery Fire?

When compared to gasoline and hybrid vehicles, electric cars have the lowest number of fires per 100,000 sales. Electric vehicles are powered by lithium-ion batteries and EV fires are typically related to the battery. While electric vehicle fires occur less frequently, they burn longer and hotter than other fires. This is due to a chemical reaction in the battery called thermal runaway.

BEST PRACTICES – MANAGING AN EV FLEET

Electric vehicle (EV) fleet management requires a different approach compared to managing a fleet of traditional combustion engine vehicles. Here are some best practices for EV fleet management:

Managing Vehicle Lifecycles in High-Mileage Scenarios

When it comes to football, vehicle shortages and supply chain interruptions, “The best defense is a strong offense,” says a fleet manager for the Tennant Company. ‍The past year or two has been particularly challenging for fleet managers, so many are finding it necessary to employ a variety of tactics in order to stem losses, delays, or added costs.

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In November 2021, a panel of EV experts shared their insights at the 2021 Fleet Forward Conference on how others have made the transition towards electrification. Each fleet is unique and requires a customized approach. Here are the key takeaways.

In November 2021, a panel of EV experts shared their insights at the 2021 Fleet Forward Conference on how others have made the transition towards electrification. Each fleet is unique and requires a customized approach. Here are the key takeaways.

A quick profile of Ford's upcoming EV F-150.

In November 2021, a panel of EV experts shared their insights at the 2021 Fleet Forward Conference on how others have made the transition towards electrification. Each fleet is unique and requires a customized approach. Here are the key takeaways.

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) predicts a one percent per year growth until 2050 for light-duty electric vehicles (LDV). LDV is defined as “passenger and fleet cars and trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating of 8,500 pounds or less.” This segment is expected to increase from today’s .7% to 31% by 2050!

Recently, the quarterly Manheim Used Vehicle Value InThe Corporate Electric Vehicle Alliance, which includes members such as Best Buy, Amazon, and DHL, recently met with top vehicle manufacturers to outline a roadmap for the types of electric vehicles they plan to acquire over the next five years.

The 5 Tenets of Fleet Wellness®

Is your fleet the healthiest it could be?

Take action and learn the best practices for Fleet Wellness®.

A fleet management program will dramatically improve your operating efficiencies, vehicle costs,  and driver safety.

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