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Among Fleets, Recommendations Serve as Primary Triggers to Shop for Telematics

By Lucas Lowden, Program Lead of Escalent’s Fleet Advisory Hub™ Author’s Note: While this article is written to an audience of telematics service providers, if you are a business that operates vehicles – I encourage putting the shoe on the other foot – and taking potential service providers to task...

Spring 2024 CVBSummit | The Future of the Commercial Vehicle Industry in the Net-Zero Era

As we consider the future of the commercial vehicle industry, it is clear that we are on the cusp of a new era. The future of commercial vehicles will be shaped by several factors, including the increasing demand for last-mile delivery and technological advancements. However, one commonality within the dynamic...

Expanding Ideas and Facilities in Scelzi’s 45th Year

It has been said it is hard to teach an old dog a new trick, but if the old dog shows no signs of slowing down, that might be the best course of action. As Scelzi Enterprises celebrates their 45th year producing premium truck bodies for Ford chassis cabs and...

Commercial Vehicle Pro-File: Mike Kelly, Mike Shaw RAM

With a background in construction and industrial work, Mike Kelly now serves as the dedicated Commercial and Fleet Department Director at Mike Shaw CDJR. Transitioning from a 3-year stint in retail car sales and leveraging his background as a contractor, Mike integrated his knowledge of construction and commercial vehicles with...

Commercial Vehicle Pro-File: David Rittenhouse, Bergey’s Buick GMC

David Rittenhouse, an esteemed member of Berkey’s GMC, boasts a seasoned career stretching over two decades in commercial light-duty truck sales. With a background in heavy-duty trucking, David’s career took a pivotal turn when his aptitude for commercial sales was recognized, propelling him into his current position at Berkey’s GMC...

NUPROPEL | Exploring Your Fleet EV Charging Options

For every business operating a commercial fleet, whether it comprises 3 or 300 vehicles, the combination of stringent mandates, strict regulations, and the imperative to minimize pollution compels fleet owners and managers to explore net-zero operations as an unavoidable necessity. One of the options is fleet electrification, and a critical aspect...

Penske Energy Formed to Advise and Support Commercial Fleets on EV Infrastructure

LAS VEGAS – May 21, 2024 – Penske Transportation Solutions and ForeFront Power have formed a new joint venture named Penske Energy LLC. The new venture aims to help commercial fleet operators plan, design, and deploy optimized EV charging infrastructure capabilities that support and safeguard their operations. “Together, we will create synergies benefitting commercial fleet...

READING BLOG | PAYLOAD AND TOWING CAPACITY UNVEILED: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE READING TRUCK BLOGS Whether towing or hauling cargo, you need to know the capacity your vehicle can handle. Exceeding this value can cause excessive wear on your truck’s engine, transmission, tires, brakes and other components. Learn about towing capacity, payload and other calculations you will...

Spring 2024 CVBSummit | Overcoming Challenges in Fleet Electrification with Simulation Tools

As businesses seek to reduce their carbon footprint, the adoption of electric vehicles has become a key strategy. However, this transition is fraught with challenges. Navigating fleet electrification requires a deep dive into two essential considerations: the “Why” elucidates the reasons behind the transition, while the “How” outlines the roadmap...