As we are moving quickly back to the economic issues last experienced in the 1970’s with inflation predicted to peak at 18%, fleets are under enormous pressure to contain costs. in an effort to cut fuel use, we might see the return of something that happened during the 2008 financial crash, when only essential journeys were made by many businesses, with approval needed by a line manager to take a trip, there may also be efforts to try and contain service, repair and maintenance (SMR) spending. Having an emergency strategy that fleets can employ quickly and effectively could make a difference to something as fundamental as the survival of the business. Looking at technology and best practice from solution providers such as FleetCheck might help some fleet managers find less painful options
The Editor’s View
