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The perception of executive fleet management has shifted in recent years, and though its functions in fleet still remains largely the same, the way executive fleets are a handled may continue to evolve. Brad Jacobs, Director of Strategic Consulting at Merchants Fleet, weighed in on how vehicle selection policy, reimbursement, and company culture all factor into…

Fleet management is evolving. While leasing, funding, and services are still a key part of the equation, FMCs now leverage real-time data, consulting, reporting platforms, telematics, and more to deliver a sophisticated mix of offerings that can touch every aspect of your fleet. Here is a look at what fleet management companies offer today. Click…

The automotive industry is in the midst of undergoing changes that will greatly impact the future of fleet management as we know it. Automotive Fleet reached out to Merchants Fleet to help create a sense of what some aspects of the future of fleet will look like in the coming decade.

With the introduction of connected vehicles, data volume is expected to increase 50-fold over the next ten years. How can fleet professionals, who are already drinking from a firehose of data, keep up and make data actionable? SVP of Sales & Consulting Tom Coffey, Director of Fleet Consulting Brad Jacobs, and Director of Fleet Maintenance…

Donald Trump’s swearing in as the nation’s 45th president on Jan. 20 should usher in an era of economic growth, lower taxation, and fewer regulations that will benefit the commercial fleet industry, according to fleet management company experts. “If Trump eventually rolls back regulations in the automotive sector, he would likely stimulate growth,” said Tom…

Hooksett, N.H. October 29, 2018: Merchants Fleet Management has launched a new truck rental program to add to its growing suite of mobility leasing services. Designed for industries in need of light-duty, all-wheel drive trucks, the program offers flexible rental terms for top-quality vehicles, along with a variety of customized options. Customers will be able…

Brad Jacobs, Director of Fleet Consulting at Merchants Fleet, says that at the present moment, AI and facial recognition are primarily impacting how companies look at and manage safety.

Today’s fleet managers wear multiple hats and are busier than they have ever been. Senior Strategic Consultant Lawrence Liu recently spoke to Work Truck Magazine about top causes of lost productivity, including inefficient processes or workflows.

Automotive Fleet reached out to FMCs to gather advice for fleets during the COVID-19 pandemic, and SVP of Sales & Consulting Tom Coffey weighed in.

Understanding your trucks’ lifecycles is key to reducing extra lease costs, downtime, and unnecessary maintenance. Senior Fleet Consultant Eric Miller recently spoke to Work Truck about this critical piece of your fleet strategy.