Automotive Fleet

By Automotive Fleet

Explore the latest trends, insights, and expert discussions in fleet management with Automotive Fleet's podcast series. From industry-leading interviews to in-depth analyses, each episode is designed ... more

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Automotive Fleet episodes:

November 02, 2021Wheels-Donlen Merger
The 72nd State of the Fleet Industry video produced by Automotive Fleet offers an updated look at the state of the fleet market as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich.
Today's topics include:
Ford and GM 3rd Quarter 2021 Earnings Reports show that semiconductor constraints remain dynamic and volatile.

Semiconductor OEM Marvell Technology says the possibility exists that the “painful period” of microprocessor shortages could extend into CY-2023.

Higher commodity costs impacting OEMs are stressing margins.

Across-the-board fleet cost increases in 2021 will extend into 2022.

Questions regarding the Wheels-Donlen merger about the integration of backroom operations.

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⏱ Timestamps ⏱
0:00 Introduction
0:43 News from the Third Quarter Earnings Report from Ford and GM
5:15 The impact of the Wheels and Donlen Merger.
6:34 Who’s on the leadership team of the new company?
7:17 Near-Future Unanswered Questions About the Merger
...more
10min
October 28, 2021Fleet Momentum: Understanding How Video Telematics Works
This episode of Fleet Momentum is sponsored by and created in partnership with SmartWitness 🤝
Fleet Group Editor, Martin Romjue, sits down with Michael Bloom, Vice President of Products, SmartWitness, to discuss the ins and outs of video telematics.
Topics discussed:
Differences between telematics and video telematics.

AI and how it relates to video telematics.

The difference between AI and machine learning.

The reality of predictive technologies.
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0:00 Introduction
1:01 The Difference Between Telematics and Video Telematics
2:42 Rich Data That Video Adds
3:46 Distinguishing between AI and Machine Learning
6:57 How AI and Machine Learning Work Together
8:55 Differences Between Driver Behavior & Driving Behavior
11:09 The Reality of Predictive Technologies
...more
15min
October 27, 20213G Migration and Sunset
This State of the Fleet Industry Spotlight Interview is sponsored and produced in partnership with Enterprise Fleet Management. 🤝
State of the Fleet Industry Spotlight welcomes back the Assistant VP of Business Development for Enterprise Fleet Management, Dain Giesie. He speaks with Editor of Automotive Fleet, Mike Antich, about the upcoming 3G device sunset and what fleets should do to prepare for the sunset.
Topics covered:
The risks in not upgrading 3G telematics devices or waiting until the last minute.

Dain’s recommendations for upgrading 3G devices.

Why you should want to upgrade to 5G devices now.
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⏱ Timestamps ⏱
0:00 Introduction
0:42 Risks in Keeping 3G Telematics Devices Until the Shutdown
2:23 Recommendations for Upgrading 3G Devices
4:27 Why You Should Upgrade to 5G Devices
...more
8min
October 26, 2021Big Data Insights – Big Fleet Evolution, Pt. 1
The Global Fleet Voices video series produced by Automotive Fleet puts a spotlight on key leaders in today’s fleet management industry.
This episode is sponsored by and produced in partnership with Geotab 🤝
This is Episode 1 of a four-part series featuring:
Hayley Barone, Global Road Safety Manager for Heineken

Mike Branch, Vice President of Data and Analytics for Geotab

Heidi DiAngelo, Global Account Manager for Geotab

Mike Antich, Editor of Automotive Fleet Magazine
Today's topics include:
Using Big Data as a catalyst to help companies meet future goals.

Interaction of fleet and safety team members with corporate IT or incorporating data scientists into the fleet team.

Sharing of lessons learned in leveraging Big Data into fleet operations.
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🏫 Part I – Deep Dive I: Report on Vocational Vehicles.
🏫 Part II – Deep Dive II: Data as the Gateway to New Fleet Management.
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⏱ Timestamps ⏱
0:00 An Introduction to Big Data Insights
1:20 Guest Introductions
3:14 How Do You Access Big Data to Reach Fleet Goals?
7:16 The Key to Involving All Team Members
9:17 Lessons Learned in Leveraging Big Data for Fleet Goals
...more
13min
October 21, 2021Global Fleet News Roundup for 10.15.21
In this Global Fleet News Roundup for the week of October 15, 2021, Mike Antich, Jordon Wiklund, Ralph Morton, and Cindy Brauer examine recent global fleet news.
News Covered:
The rise of car subscriptions in Europe.

Safety and security in Latin American fleets.

Addressing safety and security among fleets.

China's changes to climate policy.
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⏱ Timestamps ⏱
0:00 Introduction
0:52 The Rise of Car Subscriptions in the UK and Europe
3:46 Safety and Security in Latin American Fleets
6:24 Addressing Theft & Security Among Fleets
8:06 What's Happening in the Mexican Fleet Market
9:49 China's Latest Change in Climate Policy
13:12 Supply Chain Constraints in the US And Canada
14:03 Rising Fuel Costs
...more
16min
October 12, 2021Concern that Product Availability Constraints for MY-2022 will be a Repeat of MY-2021
The 71st State of the Fleet Industry video produced by Automotive Fleet offers an updated look at the state of the fleet market as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich.
Today's topics include:
2022 model-year gives every indication it will be a continuation product availability constraints experienced in the 2021 model-year.

Fuel costs are up double-digits, but total gallons purchased have declined.

Replacement tire costs are up 3-10% depending on the type and size of the tire.

Upward pressure on maintenance costs as vehicles are being kept in service longer due to the unpredictability of obtaining a replacement vehicle.

Ongoing shortage of replacement parts increasing vehicle downtime at repair facilities.
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⏱ Timestamps ⏱
0:00 Introduction
0:20 2022 Model Year Challenges and Observations
2:21 Order-to-Delivery Times for 2022 Model Year
4:46 The Rise of Fuel Costs and Hybrid Vehicles
6:04 Fixed and Operating Cost Increases
7:55 Extending the Service Life of Vehicles
9:36 Shortage of Replacement Parts
...more
11min
October 01, 2021Global Fleet: Global Macro-Trends and Regional Dynamics Influencing Multinational Fleets
The Global Fleet Voices video series is produced by Automotive Fleet and offers an updated look on the multifaceted multinational fleet market as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich.
Today's topics include:
Overview of universal trends found in global fleet management regardless of region.

Identifying regional trends in LatAm, Australasia, and APAC countries.

One benefit of global or regional fleet operations is scalability, which creates complexity. Discussed are ways to address these issues.

The value of multinational networking between peers and how to leverage supplier relationships to identify best practices for future implementation.
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⏱ Timestamps ⏱
0:00 Introduction
0:37 Overview on Universal Trends in Global Fleet Management
4:50 The Doubling of Global Bids
5:44 Varying Global Trends in Different Regions
7:06 Different Global Funding Systems
8:30 The Complexity of Scalability
12:17 Networking and Leveraging Supplier Relationships
...more
17min
September 23, 2021Global Fleet: Fleet Electrification in the UK
In this episode of Global Fleet Management Voices, Automotive Fleet Executive Editor, Mike Antich, speaks with European Fleet Editor for Automotive Fleet, Ralph Morton, about the goals and progress of fleet electrification in the UK.
Topics include:
Why there’s a rapid acceleration towards fleet electrification in the UK.

What the current infrastructure looks like and its short-term goals.

The impact of EVs on Maintenance and Operating Costs.

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⏱ Timestamps ⏱
0:00 Introduction
0:33 What’s Driving Fleet Electrification in the UK?
3:44 The Current UK EV Charging Infrastructure & Goals
6:09 Is the Infrastructure Growth Parallel to New EV Acquisitions?
6:54 The Impact of EV on Maintenance & Operating Costs
9:50 What EV Remarketing Will Look Like in the UK
...more
14min
September 21, 2021Fleet Momentum: Video Telematics - The Greater Truth
This episode of Fleet Momentum is sponsored by and created in partnership with SmartWitness 🤝
Fleet Group Editor, Chris Brown, sits down with Michael Bloom, Vice President of Products, SmartWitness, to discuss the greater truth of video telematics, including scorecards, a positive message for drivers, as well as what to look for in a telematics provider.
Topics discussed:
What is the greater truth of video telematics?

How to create a positive message for drivers.

Key considerations for video telematics providers.
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⏱ Timestamps ⏱
0:00 Introduction
1:04 The Greater Truth of Video Telematics
2:12 Creating a Positive Message for Drivers
5:26 Beyond Exoneration: A New Breed of Scorecards
7:10 Key Considerations for Video Telematics Providers
...more
15min
September 15, 2021The Evolving Role of Fleet Dealers
This Spotlight video is a special edition of the State of the Fleet Industry video produced by Automotive Fleet that puts a spotlight on key leaders in today’s fleet industry who are interviewed by AF Editor Mike Antich.
Today's topics include:
Key milestones in the evolution of the fleet dealer segment from 1980 to the present.

Impact of the use of secondary dealer codes in the deproliferation of fleet dealers.

Growth in drop-shipments, courtesy deliveries, and out-of-stock vehicle orders

How the fleet dealer business model will evolve in the future.
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⏱ Timestamps ⏱
0:00 Introduction
0:55 Origins of the Fleet Dealer Segment & Its Evolution
3:46 The Loss of Fleet Dealers Due to Interest Rates
5:49 Secondary Dealer Codes
7:23 The Role of Fleet Management Companies
9:43 The Role Fleet Dealers Play in Today’s Market
...more
13min

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