Industry: ServiceFleet Size: 89Customer Since: 2019 Windy City Equipment has built its reputation on more than delivering great service. They’ve mastered how they deliver it—every mile, minute, and idle moment matters. But managing a fleet of hourly technicians came...
Fleet maintenance isn’t just about keeping vehicles on the road. It’s about keeping your business moving forward without the constant stress of breakdowns, compliance issues, and surprise repair bills. Yet, even the most seasoned fleet managers fall into traps that...
Boost fleet productivity with 8 proven steps to streamline ops, reduce costs, and take back your time. Here’s your productivity blueprint.
Fleet maintenance should not be a game of "wait and see." If your team is constantly reacting to breakdowns, juggling last-minute repairs, or dealing with avoidable downtime, it's not just frustrating, it's expensive. For growing fleets managing tight schedules, slim...
Keeping great drivers on your team can feel like trying to hold water in your hands. Whether you're managing a utility fleet, a service fleet, or any operation with vehicles on the road, the story is the same: drivers join, get frustrated, and jump ship. Turnover is...
It’s no secret: the fleet workforce is aging fast, and the next generation isn’t exactly lining up to take the keys. Boomers are retiring. Gen X is stretched thin. Millennials are moving into leadership. And Gen Z? For a lot of fleets, they’re still a no-show. ...
The roads are more dangerous than ever. Distracted driving remains a leading cause of crashes as insurance premiums keep climbing and false claims continue to drain resources and damage reputations. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 13%...
Boost fleet productivity with 8 proven steps to streamline ops, reduce costs, and take back your time. Here’s your productivity blueprint.
Fleet safety shouldn’t be a guessing game. But let’s face it—sometimes it is. Managers often rely on gut feelings, hope their policies are enough, and just try to avoid the next big accident. Fleet safety isn’t just about avoiding expenses. It’s about protecting...
If you’re still blaming high fuel costs on market prices, we need to talk. While fuel prices play a role, they’re not the real problem. The real problem is what’s happening under your nose—inside your own operation. Unchecked idling. Fuel card abuse. Weekend...
Evaluate your fleet safety culture with this free checklist. Uncover gaps, align teams, and drive safer operations.
What if we told you that maintenance isn’t just something your fleet does — it’s everything your fleet is? In Episode 65 of Straight Talk on Fleet, Erin Gilchrist sits down with Stefano Denari, Fleetio’s Fleet Ecosystem Strategist, for a raw, insightful look into...
Picture This: It’s 93º out. Your driver just finished a service call and is sitting in the cab—A/C blasting, engine idling, sipping a soda, and scrolling through TikTok. Multiply that by 50 drivers. Then do it again tomorrow. And the next day. And the next. And the...
What happens when you take five seasoned fleet pros, give them a mic, and drop them in the middle of NAFA I&E 2025? You get one of the most fast-paced, truth-packed episodes of Straight Talk on Fleet to date. In Episode 64, Erin Gilchrist goes live from the show...
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Nothing hurts quite like unexpected maintenance costs, especially when they can be up to three to nine times higher than scheduled servicing. For example, ignoring a worn-out brake pad replacement, which typically costs around $150, could result in rotor damage,...