Fleet managers all over the world know that fleet maintenance works in two ways: scheduled and unscheduled. Of course, the method that offers the least amount of headaches and expenses is scheduled maintenance, because these fleet repair appointments allow you to fix minor maintenance problems before they become big ones. Scheduled preventative maintenance prevents and […]
Managing the maintenance tasks, schedules and personnel in the transportation industry can be mind boggling. It requires a complete coordinated effort between you and the maintenance team who are located all across the nation. This is an industry where you are required to keep your entire fleet in perfect working condition. It is a complex […]
Last year, Automotive Fleet Magazine surveyed the commercial fleet market to get a sense of the fleet management problems facing the market. Here are some of the issues the magazine identified: Mobile Devices – Fleet managers are under pressure to keep their field employees productive, and that often means plugged into their devices. That can […]
Every fleet manager can benefit from installing a regular vehicle maintenance program. Staying consistent and fulfilling maintenance recommendations set by the manufacturer has many benefits, and it is hard to stay on track by running out and checking odometer readings. Maintenance should be systematic, and that has many benefits. Spot Problems Early Many vehicle problems […]
It’s well known across the fleet management industry that preventative maintenance (PM) will reduce downtime and save you money, yet so many companies still fail to have one in place. Here’s a quick introduction to setting up a top-notch PM program for your fleet. What Is Preventative Maintenance and Why Is It So Important? Preventative […]