Finding the optimal way to manage a fleet of vehicles has the potential to save both small and large companies a significant amount of time and money. The challenge is finding the right tools and solutions to fit each unique situation without causing excessive operational disruptions.
Topics: Fleet Management
If you want to drive fleet managers into a frenzy, just ask them if they should own or lease their trucks. There are decent arguments for both sides. But, as the face of the trucking industry changes, it's becoming more evident that leasing your fleet is the better option.
Topics: Vehicle Leasing
Are you still managing your Charlotte fleet in-house? An increasing number of companies are choosing to outsource the business of fleet management. HRMagazine reports that "more than twice as many companies as in the previous year outsourced their fleet management in 2012, and the proportion with an in-house fleet manager fell from 63% to 27%."
Topics: Fleet Management
When you run a business, having a company truck can be a significant asset as it can be used for hauling equipment and other tasks. Are you contemplating buying a truck for your business but are hesitant to make the investment?
Topics: Vehicle Leasing
When it comes to pickup trucks, factors such as durability, agility, and horsepower come to mind. Certainly, having a pickup truck that is reliable and can meet all of your needs is important, which is why choosing a pickup truck for your work takes careful consideration.
Topics: Vehicle Leasing
Auto insurance for your business auto fleet is an important and unavoidable expense. It may seem that the premiums go up every year and there is nothing that can be done. However, there are ways to reduce the bill. This article will discuss several strategies to reduce your monthly auto insurance premiums and increase your bottom line.
Topics: Fleet Management
Are you an electrician or an owner of another type of service business that involves transporting merchandise and equipment to customers? If so, how do you carry your equipment? More and more owners of service businesses are discovering the many advantages of using box trucks. Here are four basic benefits of box trucks for service businesses, along with a few considerations and warnings.
Topics: Fleet Management, Vehicle Leasing
Have you ever received an unexpected phone call from an employee who said they were stranded somewhere on the side of the road due to a flat tire or dead battery? Roadside emergencies are no fun, especially for business owners who have a fleet of vehicles to oversee.
Topics: Fleet Management
In the field service business, emergency calls are an every-day occurrence. While most of your customers can schedule service in a timely manner and wait for both schedules to line up, some people need help with broken plumbing, malfunctioning HVAC, sparking outlets, or aggressive insects right away. No matter what kind of field service you're in, emergencies happen.
Topics: Fleet Safety, Fleet Management
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