Fleet FYIs: A Podcast by Utilimarc

Show notes for today's episode can be found at: https://www.utilimarc.com/blog Gretchen Reese on LinkedIn Utilimarc on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook and YouTube #UtilimarcFleetFYIs #ThisWeekInFleet newsletter on LinkedIn www.utilimarc.com Share your thoughts on LinkedIn , Instagram or Facebook with #UtilimarcFleetFYIs. www.utilimarc.com

Show notes for today's episode can be found at: https://www.utilimarc.com/blog Gretchen Reese on LinkedIn Utilimarc on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook and YouTube #UtilimarcFleetFYIs #ThisWeekInFleet newsletter on LinkedIn www.utilimarc.com Share your thoughts on LinkedIn , Instagram or Facebook with #UtilimarcFleetFYIs. www.utilimarc.com

Show notes for today's episode can be found at: https://www.utilimarc.com/blog Gretchen Reese on LinkedIn Utilimarc on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook and YouTube #UtilimarcFleetFYIs #ThisWeekInFleet newsletter on LinkedIn www.utilimarc.com Share your thoughts on LinkedIn , Instagram or Facebook with #UtilimarcFleetFYIs. www.utilimarc.com

Show notes for today's episode can be found at: https://www.utilimarc.com/blog Gretchen Reese on LinkedIn Utilimarc on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook and YouTube #UtilimarcFleetFYIs #ThisWeekInFleet newsletter on LinkedIn www.utilimarc.com Share your thoughts on LinkedIn , Instagram or Facebook with #UtilimarcFleetFYIs. www.utilimarc.com

Show notes for today's episode can be found at: https://www.utilimarc.com/blog Gretchen Reese on LinkedIn Utilimarc on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook and YouTube #UtilimarcFleetFYIs #ThisWeekInFleet newsletter on LinkedIn www.utilimarc.com Share your thoughts on LinkedIn , Instagram or Facebook with #UtilimarcFleetFYIs. www.utilimarc.com

Even when the right vehicles for your fleet become available, there is still the question of whether they are truly the better option. Fleet managers must justify that EVs would perform at the same level as their current ICE models. If not, it is hard to justify both a major financial investment and a significant decrease in performance. ---- Show notes for today's episode can be found at: ht...

We all know that energy consumption in the United States is constantly growing as our world becomes more dependent on electronics and advancing technologies. With mass electrification slowly but surely underway, energy suppliers are already thinking forward to the logistics behind charging millions of new EVs on the electric grid. What infrastructure will the grid need to support this transition?...

What are we considering now as a potential solution until EV procurement processes are a little (hopefully a lot) smoother?  For some, it’s CNG. While fleets around the world announce comprehensive plans for electrification, charging infrastructure and long-term zero-emission goals, a crucial piece of the puzzle is still missing: the electric vehicles. As EV production struggles to keep up and del...

Over 30 countries have pledged to phase out sales of new gas and diesel cars in upcoming decades. Major automakers Ford and General Motors, among others, will phase out all ICEV production by 2040. Fleets around the world are taking action to cut emissions and meet government-mandated sustainability goals. To say that a global shift and mass electrification are underway could be an understatement....

By now, we know that each fleet has completely unique needs, roles and policies that affect day-to-day operations. These different characteristics can have major influence on the decisions made when it comes to fleet electrification. For example, fleets with take-home vehicle policies will have to plan for charging infrastructure and strategy on a case-by-case basis with employees. On the other ha...

Alternative fuels are on the top of many fleet managers’ minds these days. Fleets are increasingly exploring new ways to get the job done while remaining operationally efficient, cost effective and sustainable. As a result, many managers are introducing a mix of electric, hydrogen, and natural gas-powered vehicles into their fleets to work alongside traditional gas and diesel ICEVs. Other managers...

Today on the show, I wanted to chat about a question that I’ve been toying around with lately. I’ve been asking this to my colleagues, others across the industry and even those outside of fleet and automotive, each giving a different answer.  The question is, when it comes to operational efficiency or sustainability – does it have to be one or the other? Of course, everyone’s opinion will differ –...

We all know, especially in today’s sustainability-charged environment, that electric vehicle range is one of the most important aspects for any driver or fleet manager to consider when adopting EVs. It is imperative when it comes to planning the logistics behind daily vehicle routes and charging schedules, as a lower range will mean shorter, inefficient routes and more frequent charging needs. EV...

Charging infrastructure is a crucial element of electrification that many leave as an afterthought to EV adoption. This can be a big mistake for fleet managers, as installation of EV infrastructure can take up to months depending on the amount and type of stations needed. Before deciding on the equipment needed, fleet managers must consider their charging strategy, budget, available space and the...

This episode is rather fitting this week, because over the last few days – myself and the rest of the Utilimarc team have been at the NAFA I&E in Columbus, Ohio. Where, you guessed it – a HUGE topic of conversation was in fact, electric vehicles and EV charging. For fleet managers undergoing the overwhelming endeavor of electrification, there can be endless considerations and questions to ask...

Utilimarc is back at the NAFA Institute & Expo for 2022. Tune in for daily recaps covering the show and what to expect if you're planning to attend in 2023! ---- Show notes for today's episode can be found at: https://www.utilimarc.com/blog Gretchen Reese on LinkedIn Utilimarc on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook and YouTube #UtilimarcFleetFYIs www.utilimarc.com Share your thoughts on...

Utilimarc is back at the NAFA Institute & Expo for 2022. Tune in for daily recaps covering the show and what to expect if you're planning to attend in 2023! ---- Show notes for today's episode can be found at: https://www.utilimarc.com/blog Gretchen Reese on LinkedIn Utilimarc on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook and YouTube #UtilimarcFleetFYIs www.utilimarc.com Share your thoughts on...

Utilimarc is back at the NAFA Institute & Expo for 2022. Tune in for daily recaps covering the show and what to expect if you're planning to attend in 2023! ---- Show notes for today's episode can be found at: https://www.utilimarc.com/blog Gretchen Reese on LinkedIn Utilimarc on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook and YouTube #UtilimarcFleetFYIs www.utilimarc.com Share your thoughts on...

Natural gas is the fastest growing fossil fuel of the past decade and is becoming an increasingly popular alternative to diesel and gasoline. Natural gas occurs naturally, deep below the Earth’s surface, due to the decomposition of plants and animals over millions of years. Over this time, the high pressure and heat change these materials into petroleum oil and natural gas. Varying methods of extr...

It seems like every fleet today is searching for a simple answer to their sustainability concerns. Whether that be exploring alternative fuels, using data analytics to minimize waste, or phasing out internal combustion engine vehicles - it’s pretty clear that there is no quick fix. Especially as each fleet is unique in its operation and needs. And sustainability is complicated. We all know I love...

Is it possible to merge the digital universe and drivers on the road? Depending on the type of technology, as well as who you’re speaking with, it can sometimes have a bit of a negative connotation. Think tracking cookies on web browsers, data privacy issues and the lot. However, it can also be an incredibly helpful bridge towards better optimization AND have a massive positive impact on companies...

I’m really excited to bring today’s panel to the show – as you might have guessed, it has to do with the trans-Atlantic bridge between North America (so United States and Canada) and the UK. We’re delving into sustainability, international trends, safety and more – but the super exciting piece is that I’m joined today by some of the speakers from the Fleet Vision International Conference that take...

If you remember a few episodes back, I was on again about low-emissions zones – what they were, how large they were, when they were implemented and why. We were also chatting about when, if ever, we would see them begin to pop up in the United States…well, have I got news for you! It’s happening now! For a bit of a refresher, Low emission zones (LEZs) are designated areas covering populated city c...

Today we are tackling one of my favourite topics – and no, it’s not another episode soley based on a well-balanced, multi-faceted sustainability strategy. Rather, we’re digging deep into business intelligence. I’ve brought a special guest on the show today to chat through the truth about business intelligence and why exactly industry leading fleets are making investment into BI a top priority. You...

If you haven’t guessed by now – we’re talking about sustainability again, or rather, why organizations world-wide are choosing to focus on this right now, foot to the floor.  We all know that sustainability and climate change have become increasingly pressing issues for all types of businesses and organizations. There is more internal and external pressure than ever before for organizations to mak...