Outsourcing Fleet Maintenance Operations Using Cooperative Purchasing Agreement
We are pleased to announce that Vector Fleet Management, LLC has been awarded a new contract with Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing, for Garage and Fleet Services, 031224-VEC. The award signifies a remarkable opportunity for towns, cities, and counties all across the nation. For instance, Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing’s Fleet Maintenance Operations contract makes this possible. […]
What Does a Fluid Analysis Program Do For Me?
Vector Fleet Management’s Fluid Analysis Program is a preventive maintenance tool. It provides a picture of both the fluid condition and the internal condition of a component or system without disassembly. Imagine being able to see exactly what’s happening inside your engine, gearbox, or hydraulic system, without a complete teardown. With fluid analysis, you don’t […]
FLEET MAINTENANCE OUTSOURCING
Fleet Maintenance Outsourcing, we all do it. We all outsource maintenance work. However, is it your entire fleet or just a portion outsourced? Perhaps you are a “Never Outsourced” fleet manager. The “Never Outsourced” we will discuss later. Whether a Commercial or Government Fleet, professional fleet managers strive for uptime, fleet availability, safety, cost reductions, […]
Have you thought about how to improve your Fleet Maintenance Program?
How to improve your Fleet Maintenance Program? Have you thought of opportunities you could capitalize on that could bring you healthier bottom line, better production, or better ROI to improve your Fleet Maintenance Program? Odds are, probably not, and that’s okay, because I’m here to remind you of some introspective thoughts we can look into. […]
What’s the “REAL” Fleet Management Cost Savings?
What’s the “REAL” Fleet Management Cost Savings? There are many challenges businesses face today, such as high fuel and parts costs, high costs of chemicals and talent. How do you get the parts, tires and chemicals you need in an unstable delivery environment? When you are facing these challenges on your own, it can be […]
Cause and Effect of Postponing Preventive Maintenance…
Cause and Effect of Postponing Preventive Maintenance Postponing preventive maintenance can lead to increased repair costs, decreased vehicle life, and increased safety risks. Therefore, it is important to stay on top of preventative maintenance for safe, efficient vehicles. Additionally, regular maintenance can reduce the risk of malfunctions and extend vehicle life. Consequently, refrain from putting off […]
Keep Cool with our Summer Fleet Maintenance Tips
Keep cool with our Summer fleet maintenance tips. Summer is prime time for fleet maintenance. People think that winter requires extra care but summer weather has its own unique considerations like intense heat and heavy rain. Regular fleet maintenance helps ensure your fleet is road-ready during the hot summer months. Here are some useful tips […]
Spring into Fleet Maintenance
Spring is finally here and so are the challenges for fleet maintenance and driver challenges. Conducting proper maintenance for your business vehicles will ensure a smooth operation during the busy summer and spring months. The best way to achieve this is by cleaning and inspecting every piece of equipment in the fleet. Prepare and start […]
Is Outsourced Fleet Maintenance a Better Fit?
When it comes to choosing in-house or outsourced fleet maintenance, or a combination of the two, there is not really a correct or an incorrect answer. Fleet managers share a variety of different philosophies, but how do you know which option is best for your fleet? How do you know if you are doing everything […]
Determining Fleet Reserves
“Extras,” “spares,” and “subs,” are all names for reserve vehicles kept in a motor pool for emergency use. If there were a basic, reliable formula for vehicle reserves in a fleet, it‘d be ideal. While there is no such formula, we’ve provided a few guidelines below to help you determine fleet reserves. Assess Options While the […]