Friday, April 29, 2022

Fleet Friday: Two Ways Fleets Can Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft

 

It’s clear the pandemic has spurred the saying “desperate times call for desperate measures” to new heights. According to data from State Farm, from July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2021, claims filed for catalytic converter theft grew 293% nationwide, reaching 18,000 instances as compared to the 12 months prior.

Here are two ways fleet operations have protected themselves from becoming victims that others can adapt and learn from.

Read more from the business fleet article here.

Thursday, April 28, 2022

Work Truck Thursday Welcomes The Ever-Popular Contractor Body

 





The Contractor Body is very popular because it can do so much for such a wide variety of contractors and businesses. It is essentially a flatbed with a lot of optional features which include a tapered headboard, forklift-loadable heavy-duty material rack, 8' long upper bed tool boxes with open top lids for a lot of small storage and by removing dividers carry long tools, plus two fold-down lockable compartments for a lot of tools, parts, and more. Then it has short fold-down gates around the rear of the bed and a cargo divider behind the toolboxes to allow cargo separation. Next, 2 60" underbed toolboxes for more storage, a step bumper across the width of the rear, and a class IV receiver and trailer plug. It's easy to see why this truck can do so much, and this one is mounted on the Chevrolet 3500HD chassis with a 14,000 lb. gross vehicle weight rating so it will carry the load and a familiar feel to your pickup truck inside the cab. Think of it as a service body and flatbed combined.

See more about this truck while it lasts here.

See all of our ready to go to work right now truck inventory at ParadiseFleet.com

Monday, April 25, 2022

2022 Chevy Bolt EUV: EV Academy - Getting More Out of Your Electric Life | Chevrolet


See how driving an innovative electric vehicle like Bolt EV or Bolt EUV makes ownership simple, affordable, fun, and full of technology features. Wave goodbye to gas stations* and oil changes while you say hello to the electric future.
* EPA estimated 247 miles of electric range. The actual range will vary based on several factors, including temperature, terrain, battery age, loading, use, and maintenance. Learn more about Bolt EUV here: https://www.chevrolet.com/electric/bo...

Sunday, April 24, 2022

2022 Chevy Bolt EUV: EV Academy - Home Charging 101 | Chevrolet


Charge your vehicle like you charge your phone and never stop at a gas station again*. See how easy it is to wake up charged and ready to take on your day with home charging options and installation from Chevy. You can program your vehicle to charge when and where you are with location-based charging, plus set your vehicle to charge when it’s best for the grid to take advantage of lower utility rates.
* EPA estimated 247 miles of electric range. The actual range will vary based on several factors, including temperature, terrain, battery age, loading, use, and maintenance. Learn more about Bolt EUV here: https://www.chevrolet.com/electric/bo...

Friday, April 22, 2022

Fleet Truck Friday: Fleet Manager Takeaways from 2022 NAFA I&E Conference


The 90th 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:
- Surprising large number of first-time attendees to the 2022 NAFA I&E
- Corresponding a large number of fleet retirements
- Fleet managers anticipate difficulties sourcing replacement vehicles to continue with MY-2023 ordering.
- EV home chargers to be a new asset class managed by many fleet managers.

Wednesday, April 20, 2022

Work Truck Wednesday: The On-Site Jobber's Greatest Tool

 





Call it a Combo Body, a Mechanic's Truck, a Tool Carrying Monster, and all would be well stated. This beast is designed to carry the weight and get you to those on-site jobs near and far in comfort and has all you need to get the job done well.

We begin with the Silverado 6500 Medium-Duty chassis rated at 23,500 lbs. gross vehicle weight capacity with the legendary Duramax diesel and Allison automatic, along with a host of creature comfort and eye-catching features. Then we add a Knapheide 12' Combo Body with 60" tall compartments, electric locks, HD rack, perfect work platform on the rear, and tons of storage capacity. Inside the bed, we even have E-track and tie-downs to secure any load in the rear. Now you're able to take the tools, the parts, and other items to the job site and get it done quickly and efficiently.

See more about this truck here.

See all of our ready-to-go-to-work right now truck inventory at ParadiseFleet.com
 

Tuesday, April 19, 2022

2022 Chevy Bolt EUV: EV Academy - The Promise of Peace of Mind | Chevrolet


With an 8-year/100k mile battery and Electric Drive Component coverage*, owning a Bolt EV or Bolt EUV is a worry-free experience. From discovery to delivery, we are here for you with Chevrolet EV benefits every step of the way whether it be through the Chevrolet dealer network, Chevy MyWay**, or EV Concierge. * Whichever comes first. See dealer for details. ** Must be over 18 years old and a resident of the United States to enter the Chevy MyWay experience. Learn more about Bolt EUV here: https://www.chevrolet.com/electric/bo...

Sunday, April 17, 2022

2023 Chevy Corvette Z06: Corvette Academy - Zora's Legacy | Chevrolet


A man with a vision, Zora Arkus-Duntov, the father of the Corvette, dreamed of bringing to life a mid-engine Z06. This retrospective travels through generations of Corvette development and dives into how Zora’s goal has finally come to life. Learn more about Corvette here: https://www.chevrolet.com/upcoming-ve...

Friday, April 15, 2022

Fleet Truck Friday News: Five Factors Driving Higher Fleet Maintenance Costs


The 89th 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: - Trend 1: Longer Vehicle Service Lives. - Trend 2: Increased Cost of Replacement Tires. - Trend 3: Supply Chain Constraints on Spare Parts. - Trend 4: Higher Labor Rates. - Trend 5: Increased Vehicle Complexity.

Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Work Truck Wednesday Features Morgan Stakebed On LCF 3500 Chassis

 




For efficient moving of cargo from one place to another, there is nothing quite as effective as a stakebed truck. The gates can very easily be removed to allow forklift loading and then reinstalled by one person. This particular truck is perfectly suited for city deliveries because it has only a 109" wheelbase and yet sports a 12' truck bed. The turning radius on this chassis is so small that it can turn a circle in less space than an 8' pickup truck. In fact, in most cases, you can do a 360-degree turn in the average city street!

This LCF (Low Cab Forward) is equipped with a 6.6-liter gas V8 and because of how the cab is designed the driver has outstanding visibility and comfort too. In addition, the overall length of this vehicle is about the same as that of a pickup truck with an 8' bed. Add to this great heavy-duty chassis the Morgan Prostake Platform body with lightweight metal gates and you have a very useful combination.

See more about this truck here.

See all of our ready to go to work right now truck inventory at ParadiseFleet.com







Tuesday, April 12, 2022

2022 Chevy Bolt EUV: EV Academy - Charging On the Go | Chevrolet


With the Energy Assist app*, finding public charging is a breeze. And with charging stations popping up all the time in the places you shop and visit, you can drive confidently ahead in a Bolt EV or Bolt EUV. Find DC Fast Charging, plan routes, and all of the inputs that help you stay connected to your vehicle and your trip.
* Requires active OnStar service, compatible device, factory-installed remote start and power locks. Data rates apply. Visit onstar.com for details and system limitations. Learn more about Bolt EUV here: https://www.chevrolet.com/electric/bo...

Sunday, April 10, 2022

2022 Chevy Silverado – Work Remote | Chevrolet


Make way for the First-Ever Chevy Silverado ZR2. With Multimatic DSSV™ Dampers, rugged 33-inch tires, and front and rear electronic locking differentials. If you’re going to work remote … work remote.

Friday, April 8, 2022

Fleet Truck Friday: Keith McLaughlin & the Global Fleet Conference


Keith McLaughlin, CFO of Canadian Automotive Fleet, notes the challenging times and circumstances fleet managers face and how Automotive Fleet magazine and the Global Fleet Conference address these issues at every scale. 

"There's no better place to prepare your fleet than the Global Fleet Conference," McLaughlin says.

McLaughlin invites you to the 2022 Global Fleet Conference in Hollywood, Florida, June 7-9. 

Thursday, April 7, 2022

Make It Your Own — Truck Month | Chevrolet


It’s Chevy Truck Month. And Chevy offers a full lineup of trucks and accessories to help make your new truck bolder. Make it harder working. And make it your own.

Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Work Truck Wednesday: Introducing The Silverado 1500 Chassis with Duramag Aluminum Service Body!

 




Here's a great light-duty service truck that may suit your needs perfectly and has many benefits too. The Silverado 1500 is considered a half-ton truck, but this chassis is strengthened and offered without a pickup box to allow the installation of lightweight truck bodies. The Duramag S-Series Aluminum Service Body is a perfect match because it is considerably lighter than its steel counterpart. This means that it can go on a lighter-duty chassis and still carry a good load. This unit is equipped with a 5.3 V8, automatic, AC, and more.

Some benefits of this combination:
  • The truck sits lower to the ground for easier getting in and out and working from the body too.
  • Normal wear parts like tires, brakes, etc. are a lower cost than in a heavier-duty truck.
  • Smoother ride.
  • It feels just like your pickup truck!
  • Lower overall cost.
  • Saves money on license tags.
  • More fuel-efficient.
  • Excellent overall value!
This is a fresh arrival. Come check it out or give us a call at 951-364-2499 and let us help you find the perfect truck for your needs.

See more about this truck here.

See all of our ready to go to work right now truck inventory at ParadiseFleet.com

Monday, April 4, 2022

Saturday, April 2, 2022

2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV Walkaround


At Work Truck Week 2022, Nichole Kraatz, chief engineer of the @ChevroletSilverado EV, provides a walkaround of the top elements of this new truck. Developed from the ground up as a fully-electric truck on @General MotorsUltium EV Platform. Check it out! For more info on the Chevrolet Silverado, visit https://www.chevrolet.com/electric/si...

Friday, April 1, 2022

Fleet Truck Friday: State of the Fleet Industry: The “Rip Van Winkle” View of Today’s Fleet Market


The 87th 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:
- The fleet industry has experienced more change past 24 months than any time in its 83-year history since its founding in 1939.
 - The growing consensus is that the impact the COVID will have a greater and longer impact on fleet than initially expected.
- Difficulties sourcing replacement vehicles will extend to the 23 model-year and may be to 2024 model-year. 
 - Average capitalized cost of a fleet vehicle increased from $34,000 to $39,000 in calendar-year 2021.