Automotive Fleet

Join Chris Brown of  Automotive Fleet  and Dr. Andreas Zygan, head of development for  Mercedes-Benz Vans , for a tour of the Vision V concept vehicle. Vision V showcases the brand’s new  scalable van architecture  launching in 2026, which will underpin the upcoming VLE and VLS models. Designed for both private and commercial applications — from the C-Suite, VIP shuttles, and hotel fleets — the Vi...

In this episode of Automotive Fleet On the Move ,Editor Chris Brown interviews John B. Poindexter, Chairman, CEO, and sole owner of JB Poindexter & Co. With $2.5 billion in annual revenues and a portfolio of nine dynamic subsidiaries, JBPCO plays a pivotal role across the commercial vehicle body and upfit markets. Poindexter discusses how his company has evolved over 40years into a commercial...

In this episode of State of the Fleet Industry , ChrisBrown speaks with Ted Cannis, former CEO of Ford Pro, about what fleets are overlooking right now and what they need to do to prepare for the next wave of disruption. Based on his experience building Ford Pro into a $70 billionoperation, Cannis shares practical insights on connected vehicle data, AI, and electrification. The conversation also p...

The State of the Fleet Industry Spotlight series, produced by Automotive Fleet, offers insights into the fleet market and engages with fleet leaders on what’s driving it today. In this podcast, Chris Brown, associate publisher of Automotive Fleet, sat down with ‪@Geotab‬ leaders Branch, VP of Data & Analytics, Sabina Martin, VP of Product Management, and Neil Cawse, founder & CEO at the #G...

The State of the Fleet Industry Spotlight video series, produced by Automotive Fleet, offers insights into the state of the fleet market and engages with leaders in fleet on what’s driving the market today. Chris Brown connects with Bill Pugh, Smart Cities expert, software as a service (SaaS) entrepreneur, and founder of Smart Connections Consulting. When Bill Pugh steps into the office of a new c...

In this Fleet Momentum episode, Charles Kriete, CEO of GPS Trackit, connects with Chris Brown, associate publisher of  Automotive Fleet , to discuss how smaller fleets can reap greater efficiencies with #AI tools in conjunction with telematics.  #AI #generativeAI #smallfleets #telematics 📰 Sign up for the Automotive Fleet newsletter ➡ https://bob.dragonforms.com/loading.do?omedasite=BOB6226_autog...

Are you experiencing unexpected slowdowns in the buildout of your EV infrastructure? You're not alone. In this Fleet Momentum episode, ABM Industries' Tom Berton connects with Chris Brown, associate publisher at Automotive Fleet, to discuss solutions. Berton shares tips on how fleets can expedite the first steps to getting their infrastructure plan off the ground. He then discusses a cruci...

While vehicle inventory levels are hitting pre-pandemic highs, fleets are facing accelerating depreciation on vehicles bought during the supply crunch. Meanwhile, interest rates remain high. In this episode of Fleet Momentum, Chris Brown, associate publisher at Bobit, connects with Brad Jacobs, vice president of strategic solutions for Merchants Fleet, to find ways fleets can address these challen...

AI is finally moving from a buzzword to solutions providing real value to fleets. But how? In this Fleet Momentum episode, Chris Brown, Bobit associate publisher, discusses with AJ Trivedi, CEO and founder of Ridecell, the AI and automation tools that are coming online to automate vehicle lifecycle management and maximize asset revenues. Fleet Momentum videos are designed to shine a spotlight on k...

In this Fleet Momentum episode, Chris Brown, Bobit’s associate publisher, discusses key trends in repair management, including cycle times, parts supply, and the labor market with Richard Jacko and Stuart Braun of Fleet Response. Fleet Momentum videos are designed to shine a spotlight on key industry leaders, trends, and products for fleet management. This episode of Fleet Momentum is sponsored by...

The State of the Fleet Industry Spotlight video series, produced by Automotive Fleet, offers insights into the state of the fleet market and engages with leaders in fleet on what’s driving the market today. In episode 145, Chris Brown, associate publisher of Automotive Fleet, connects with Sandor Piszar of  @gmenvolve  about his journey to his new role and how GM Envolve is set up to engage with f...

Hello and welcome to this edition of State of the Fleet Industry Spotlight Series, sponsored by US Bank, in which we engage with leaders in fleet on what’s driving the market today. I’m Chris Brown, associate publisher of Automotive Fleet . In this episode, I connect with Debbie Struna, national account manager for Fleet Street Remarketing, former board member of the American Fleet Leasing Associa...

The State of the Fleet Industry video series, produced by Automotive Fleet, offers insights into the state of the fleet market. In Episode 142, Associate Publisher Chris Brown interviews Brian Fielkow, an executive leader, author, and speaker who has spent three decades in fleet and transportation with a direct focus on safety. Fielkow breaks down preconceived notions on fleet safety and offers a...

The  ⁠State of the Fleet Industry⁠ video series, produced by Automotive Fleet, offers insights into the state of the fleet market as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich. In Episode 141, learn more about the top factors contributing to increasing costs in the commercial fleet market, as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich. 🎙Today's topics include: While cost containment has been a top priority si...

The  State of the Fleet Industry video series, produced by Automotive Fleet, offers insights into the state of the fleet market as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich. In Episode 140, we have a wide-ranging discussion with Shlomo Crandus, CEO of Wheels , about the evolution and transformation of fleet management in the next five years. 🎙Today's topics include: The industry disruptions experienc...

The 139th State of the Fleet Industry video produced by Automotive Fleet offers insights into the state of the fleet market as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich.   🎙Today's topics include: One of the top trends impacting fleet managers is ongoing sourcing constraints to acquire replacement vehicles amplified by logistics delays throughout the entire order-to-delivery process. The average age...

This episode of Fleet Momentum is sponsored by and created in partnership with Fleet Response . 🤝 Catalytic Converter thefts have reached epidemic proportions, with thefts up 288% in just two years. In this Fleet Momentum episode, Chris Brown, Bobit associate publisher, discusses how fleets can address the issue with Richard Jacko and Lindsey Fade of Fleet Response. Fleet Momentum videos are desi...

Find out global mobility service provider Sixt has planned for future expansion as the company’s Chief Business Officer Vinzenz Pflanz sits down with Automotive Fleet Editor Mike Antich. The Global Fleet Voices video series is produced by Automotive Fleet and offers an updated look at the multifaceted, multinational fleet market.

The Fleet Meet series is co-produced by Automotive Fleet and Fleet360 to compare and contrast fleet trends occurring in both Europe and North America. The discussion is cohosted by Hans Damen, managing partner of Europe-based Fleet360, and Mike Antich, Editor of Automotive Flee t magazine, based in the U.S. and following North American fleet market trends in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico   In this...

This episode of Fleet Momentum is sponsored by and created in partnership with Holman . 🤝 When it comes to electrification of commercial vehicles, there are a number of considerations beyond just the vehicle model — fleets must consider new strategies around spec’ing, upfits, and duty cycles. In this Fleet Momentum episode, Chris Brown, Bobit associate publisher, discusses these challenges in a r...

The 138th  State of the Fleet Industry video produced by Automotive Fleet offers insights into the state of the fleet market as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich.   Today's topics include: The used-vehicle market remains strong for commercial fleet remarketing out-of-service company vehicles at auction, but there are three pain points that are negatively impacting fleets The ongoing delays in...

Fleet Meet is an interactive dialogue with AF Editor Mike Antich and Hans Damen, managing partner for Fleet360 discussing the latest global trends in fleet management and contrasting their impact in the U.S. and the European fleet markets. Today's discussion focuses on the proliferation of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADA) in fleet vehicles. Topics include: The risk that drivers will be...

The 137th State of the Fleet Industry video produced by Automotive Fleet offers insights into the state of the fleet market as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich. In this episode, we talk with Mike Butsch, VP of global business development for Primrose Alloys. Today's topics include:    In the automotive sector, demand for aluminum has softened due to component challenges in the automotive, me...

This episode of Fleet Momentum is sponsored by and created in partnership with Quartix . 🤝 When fleets are choosing a telematics provider, a crucial, yet often overlooked investigation is the level and types of support to expect after signing a contract. In this Fleet Momentum episode, Fleet Group Editor Chris Brown discusses with Sean Mahar, sales director for Quartix, how fleet should approach...

The 136th State of the Fleet Industry video produced by Automotive Fleet offers insights into the state of the fleet market as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich. Today's topics include: Fleet acquisition trends in the oil and energy industry – pre-COVID – during the pandemic lockdown – and post-COVID. Energy companies have been forced to buy units out-of-stock from dealers due to replacement vehi...