Resiliency is the ability to spring back; to recover readily from adversity. Our communities have come back from natural disasters and economic challenges, but how will we recover from the mass retirement of skilled construction professionals and safety code officials … Continue reading →
When you think of cities leading the way in transportation innovation, Seneca, S.C., is hardly the first place that comes to mind. However, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this Oconee County community of 8,207 became the … Continue reading →
Innovations like alternative fuel vehicles widely available on the market mean that first responders are best served to undergo training specific to accident response so they can handle the situation should it arise — and with AFVs’ growing popularity, the … Continue reading →
Kent State University Fleet Superintendent John Croop has the unusual background of once being a police officer. Immediately before his current position he was assistant fleet manager for a sheriff’s office and before that he was a police officer with … Continue reading →
Ways to increase efficiency — of vehicles, of drivers and of fuel — will continue to be a priority of fleet managers nationwide in 2017. Two things that are driving this continuing trend are finances and the environment. Telematics will … Continue reading →
By IAN LAHMER | Marketing Director, Venco Venturo Industries LLC Venco Venturo Industries LLC is a Cincinnati-based manufacturer of high-quality Venturo truck-mounted cranes, Venturo crane service bodies and Venco hoists. With a dedication to rugged designs and reliable products, as … Continue reading →
With gas prices on the rise once again, concerned communities hoping to combat rate increases are looking for ways in which to fuel their fleets without busting their budgets. While some municipalities choose to invest in fuel-efficient, low-impact vehicles, others … Continue reading →
CNG has been holding its own as a popular alternative fuel choice for city fleets. In order to keep city vehicles running smoothly on CNG while also saving money in the long run, many cities are investing in CNG stations, … Continue reading →
Green is the name of the game for many fleet mangers across the U.S. as they integrate alternative fuels and other management technologies to meet sustainability or management goals, whether those include reducing greenhouse gas emissions, cutting dependency on foreign … Continue reading →
It’s part of the season for northern and Midwestern states: mounds of snow piled up at the corners of city streets, icy sidewalks and salty slush. It can be a drain on city resources and a problem for business owners. … Continue reading →
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Fireaway Inc. is excited to announce the addition of Edward M. Ruggles to its management team as director of marketing & sales. Mr. Ruggles will join Fireaway on January 18, 2017. Ed will be responsible for management … Continue reading →
