With fuel prices increasing across North America, many organizations are looking beyond traditional fuel-saving tips and adopting broader fleet strategies to control costs. At Jim Pattison Lease, we're seeing fleet operators take a more proactive approach by combining technology, vehicle optimization, and data-driven decision making. Here are six strategies worth considering: Use Fuel Management Programs to Increase Visibility
The hum of engines starting, the beeping of reversing vehicles, and the chatter on radios signal the start of another busy day for a fleet manager. For many, fleet management may seem like a behind-the-scenes role, but it’s the heartbeat of construction projects, logistics operations, and transportation systems. Let’s take a closer look at the
Winter is rough on vehicles—cold temperatures, road salt, and extra wear and tear can take their toll. As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time for fleet managers to ensure their vehicles are road-ready for spring and summer. A thorough maintenance check not only extends vehicle life but also helps avoid costly breakdowns. Checklist
Amidst today’s highly logistical landscape where operational excellence is necessary, an ever-increasing number of fleet managers are actively pursuing telematics solutions. These solutions lead to elevating fleet operations and improving efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness. When choosing a telematics provider to reach these goals, there are some specific needs fleet managers should focus on in order
I recently made a 2,000km round road trip which started at the Jim Pattison Lease Burnaby office to our Calgary office, including a quick stop at our Kelowna office along the way. This is a trip that I have taken a total of 25 times over the past 5 years in gas-powered cars - until
In today's highly competitive market, small and medium-sized businesses with fleets of pickup trucks and work vans need every advantage they can get. This is where the power of predictive analytics comes in. The ability to analyze current and historical data to make predictions about future events has become an essential tool for fleet
Technology has improved our present lives in many ways from smartphones to cars. With cars, technology has advanced to such an extent that ADAS (advanced driver assistance systems) microchips and sensors are installed in and directly behind windshields to ensure the vehicle's safety. These sensors help in keeping the car stable on the road and
Managing your vehicle fleet's fuel economy is important because it can save costs, reduce environmental impact, ensure compliance, increase efficiency, and enhance safety. Efficient fuel management can greatly help you make informed decisions about purchasing new vehicles and maintaining existing ones, which can positively impact the long-term success of your business. Here are our
Winter in Canada means it's time to bundle up, sip some hot cocoa, and… worry about your electric vehicles range? In the chilly northern winter, an electric vehicles range can take a serious hit due to the lower temperatures. At -19℃, you might as well wave goodbye to your range as it can drop
An enormous amount of data on fleet spending and operations is created each year. Discovering how to analyse this data in a way that can be easy to read and interpret is crucial for efficient fleet management. Learning how to harness your fleet's data can help unlock important and actionable insights to improve operations.
