- March 19th, 2024
- Jackson Parker
Category: Fleet Sustainability
37 posts- August 11th, 2023
- Jackson Parker
Q3 2023 Feature Releases
August 11, 2023 – FieldLogix announces several exciting new product updates. These new features include custom vehicle inspections, real-time tracking enhancements, and several additions to our Goose dispatching application. This release is in-line with our goal to release several new product enhancements each quarter. The new enhancements include: – The ability to poll tracking devices […]
- May 31st, 2023
- Jackson Parker
6 Reasons Why Fleet Maintenance Is Crucial To Effective Fleet Management
Fleet maintenance is a critical aspect of managing a fleet of vehicles, regardless of its size or industry. Neglecting proper maintenance can lead to a host of issues, including increased costs, reduced efficiency, and compromised driver safety. Here are the reasons why fleet maintenance is of the utmost importance and how it can benefit your […]
- May 23rd, 2023
- Jackson Parker
6 Green Fleet Management Tips to Improve Fleet Sustainability
Environmental consciousness is on the rise and businesses are increasingly recognizing the importance of fleet sustainability. Green fleet management practices can significantly reduce fleet fuel expenses as well as reduce CO2 emissions. Here are some of the best practices that can help companies steer fleets towards a greener future. 1. Optimize Route Planning and Vehicle […]
- April 6th, 2023
- Jackson Parker
April 2023 Feature Releases
April 6, 2023 – FieldLogix announces several exciting new product updates. These new features include the integration of the dash cameras into the FieldLogix portal, as well as enhanced settings, reports and a new training center. This release is in-line with our goal to release several new product enhancements each quarter. The new enhancements include: […]
- October 7th, 2022
- Jackson Parker
October 2022 Feature Releases
October 7, 2022 – FieldLogix announces several exciting new product updates. These new features give our customer more reporting capabilities and more control over their devices. This release is in-line with our goal to release several new product enhancements each quarter. The new enhancements include: – A power disconnect report that documents any time tracking […]
- March 17th, 2015
- Aurielle Destiche
Government Fleet Could See More Alternative Fuel Vehicles
Thanks to a new order signed by the President that aims to further reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the government’s fleet could see an increase in hybrid, electric, and other alternative fuel cars. The executive order calls for a 40% reduction in emissions by 2025 in comparison to 2008 levels. An order signed in 2009 has already […]
- February 10th, 2015
- Aurielle Destiche
Apple Working on Electric, Autonomous Vehicle
Apple is rumored to be working on an electric vehicle that would be in direct competition with Tesla. What’s so big about that? It’s also rumored to be autonomous. Reuters is also reporting Apple is working on developing a software platform to run inside its new vehicle. Supposedly Apple is less concerned with the actual […]
- January 7th, 2015
- Aurielle Destiche
Nissan is Doubling its Electric Fleet
Nissan is preparing to double the size of its electric fleet as demand for the LEAF and e-NV200 continues to rise worldwide. Because of the high demand, Nissan has actually increased the number of electric vehicle specialists for the public sector to handle the growing market desire. The new National EV Manager, Karl Anders, says […]
- December 5th, 2014
- Aurielle Destiche
Budapest Airport Getting New Mercedes Fleet
Mercedes-Benz and the Budapest Airport signed a deal this past November that will add new Mercedes’ to the airports vehicle fleet. Although the car manufacturer already supplies some vehicles to the Hungarian airport, the new vehicles will be outfitted with the most modern engines possible, making them as environmentally-friendly as currently possible. Some of the […]
- November 24th, 2014
- Aurielle Destiche
California Vehicle Fleet Ranked in Top 100 Nationwide
California’s vehicle fleet has been ranked 18th greenest fleet among North American public sector fleets. It’s the third consecutive year in a row the state’s fleet has received such an honor. Last year, the fleet ranked 12th, and in 2012 it ranked 16th. The announcement was made during the yearly North American Green Fleet Forum in […]
- November 17th, 2014
- Aurielle Destiche
Air Force Testing First All-Electric Vehicle Fleet
The Air Force is testing its first all-electric vehicle fleet at the Los Angeles Air Force Base in California. The 42-vehicle fleet consists entirely of plug-in electric vehicles and came about thanks to a partnership between state, federal, and private energy organizations. The Department of Defense is also using this opportunity to showcase budding vehicle-to-grid […]
- November 13th, 2014
- Aurielle Destiche
Frito Lay Fleet Vehicles Switch to Alternative Fuels
Frito-Lay, in a partnership with parent company PepsiCo, has embraced an alternative fuel fleet that includes both propane-powered and electric vehicles. The vehicles, which can be seen cruising around Ohio, have had a positive impact on how people see alternative-fuel fleet vehicles and fleet sustainability. Fleet manager for the company’s mid-America region, Glenn Reynolds, explained how ““In […]
- November 10th, 2014
- Aurielle Destiche
Shift Takes on Las Vegas with Fleet of 100 Teslas
Shift, a new Las Vegas-based transportation start-up, is ready to put its 100-strong Tesla fleet to work. The company has secured $13 million in funding, including $10 million from Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh, to implement its own intelligent transit system. The all-electric fleet of vehicles, including Teslas, smart cars, shuttles, bikes, and on-call valets will be available […]
- October 29th, 2014
- Aurielle Destiche
Indy Mayor Pushing for All-Electric City Fleet
Mayor Greg Ballard is aiming to have an all-electric city fleet in Indianapolis by 2016. The 425 plug-in vehicles have been dubbed the “Freedom Fleet” and are expected to reduce the fuel cost by $1,860 annually per vehicle, leading to a savings of 2.2 million gallons of gas over the next 10 years. Currently, the […]
- October 28th, 2014
- Aurielle Destiche
Coca-Cola Adding Additional Hybrids to Fleet
Coca-Cola plans to double its hybrid fleet and eventually replace 10% of its active service fleet with hybrid vehicles, according to the company’s fleet manager. The company is adding 140 Chevrolet Express 3500 gasoline-electric vans to its service fleet, bringing the total number of hybrid vehicles in the company’s fleet to 243 by 2015, according to Coca-Cola’s fleet […]
- August 29th, 2014
- Aurielle Destiche
UEFA Champions League to use Electric Vehicle Fleet
Nissan has become the official sponsor for the UEFA Champions League, supplying the all-electric Leaf and e-NV200 commercial van. The fleet of vehicles will be used to shuttle partners, delegates, and officials in Monaco. Monaco is the annual host of EVER, the Ecological Vehicle and Renewable Energies conference, and boasts 287 charging stations–roughly one every […]
- July 9th, 2014
- Aurielle Destiche
Electric Vehicle Fleet Deploys in Bay Area
Several Bay Area cities, counties, and water agencies collectively made one of the largest all-electric vehicle purchases in the country recently. Two water agencies, two counties, and six cities joined forces to purchase 90 electric vehicles with the help of a grant from Metropolitan Transportation Commission to the tune of $2.8 million. The total cost of […]