Paradise Fleet wishes all our clients and friends a great President's Day Weekend.
Monday, February 20, 2023
Saturday, February 18, 2023
Silverado - #1 Best-Selling Retail Full-Size Pickups | Chevrolet
Chevy trucks take their owners just about anywhere. And now, their owners have taken Chevy Silverado to #1. Thank you for making Silverado the #1 best-selling retail full-size pickups.
Friday, February 17, 2023
Fleet Truck Friday: IRA EV Tax Credits for Fleets: Calculating $7,500 to $40,000 Eligibility
In episode 27 of the Fast Forward video series, Bobit Fleet Group Editor Chris Brown, interviews David Schwietert, chief policy officer for the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, to discuss the Inflation Reduction Act’s electric vehicle tax credits and how fleets can calculate eligibility by purchaser and vehicle type and class.
The cost differentials and BEV premiums demonstrated in the video are from this U.S. Department of Energy Analysis. For 2023, the Treasury Department has effectively granted eligible taxpayers safe harbor regarding calculations of those differentials, premiums, and credits. Calculations are subject to change after 2023. The Treasury notice on 45W can be accessed here.
The Fast Forward video series connects leaders in fleet, tech, and automotive to show what the future holds for fleets of all types.
🎙Topics & Timestamps
0:00 Intro
1:00 About the Alliance for Automotive Innovation.
2:00 What’s the difference between Section 30D, the credit for consumers, and Section 45W, the credit for commercial vehicle operators?
3:50 Explanation of 45W qualifications for vehicle types and purchasers, including slide.
4:52 Slide depiction of representative average vehicle costs and representative incremental EV costs by vehicle class.
6:03 Slide depiction of per-vehicle credit calculation.
8:34 Slide: Credit calculation example for Class 4-6 box truck, Class 8 tractor.
11:10 Explanation of Treasury’s revised guidance on certain SUV model classifications to obtain the $7,500 credit under 30D based on MSRP cap.
13:15 Explanation of content provision thresholds for critical minerals and battery components coming in March for Section 30D eligibility.
This video segment represents an overview of certain provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act, and it should not be construed as legal advice. Individuals and companies are encouraged to review the Act with their tax counsel and/or accountants.
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Work Truck Wednesday Taking It To The Limit
The strong Scelzi 11' service body is mounted on this massive chassis with deep compartments, an HD forklift-loadable material rack, and a trailer receiver. There is plenty of room for tools, parts, and other equipment in the compartments and bed area.
This won't last, so call us today at 951-364-2499.
See more about this truck here.
See all of our ready-to-go-to-work truck inventory at ParadiseFleet.com
Monday, February 13, 2023
Holy Cow: The 2023 Chevy Colorado Is ACTUALLY An Affordable Work Truck (By Today's Standards)!
The 2023 Chevy Colorado kicks off a new generation, and Andre gives us a look at the most affordable version you're able to buy: an entry-level WT (Work Truck) trim for just over $35,000. Full driving impressions on the new Colorado are coming later this week!
Saturday, February 11, 2023
2023 Chevrolet Colorado: Injecting Life into the Midsize Pickup Truck Segment, AGAIN!
Chevrolet has now shown us this 2023 model of the Colorado. Riding on a heavily modified and updated version of the old pickup's frame, this 2023 version says goodbye to multiple cab/bed configurations in favor of a simplified approach of the crew cab being the only variant offered.
Trims range from the base work truck, or WT, trim to the Everyman LT, up to the near luxurious Z71. Off-road fans rejoice with an improved version of the ZR2 with its segment-exclusive DSSV spool-valve dampers that are essentially F1 tech in an off-road pickup. New for 2023 is a Trail Boss model that copies the playbook of the larger Silverado, adding a 2-inch lift versus a standard Z71 off road model. Trail Boss also gets a wider track giving it a more sure-fitted approach. Trail Boss has the best approach, departure, and break over angles as well as the most ground clearance of the model line (outside of the ZR2).
All models will receive some variant of the same 2.7 liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that is also used in the larger Silverado. No more V6 option for this platform, though it is not really needed with the 2.7 offering up to 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque. Max tow ratings top out at 7,700, a competitive number for the segment.
Updated styling outside, 3.1 inches of increased wheelbase, and a much improved modern interior round out the big reasons to shop the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado. Available heated, ventilated, leather-wrapped front seats with a driver seat memory function make this Z71 a strong contender for many looking for a premium experience in a midsize pickup. The Colorado also offers a segment-leading 11.3-inch color touchscreen infotainment system paired with a standard 8-inch or optional 11-inch digital gauge cluster.
All seats were comfortable and supportive with the back seat having enough room for my 5'10" frame to fit nicely behind my normal driving position. The rear seat does fold up with the use of a lever revealing underwear storage while not giving rear passengers a thinly padded and uncomfortable seating surface. I was actually surprised at how cushioned the rear seat was for a pickup.
The tailgate wars have made their way down to the midsize segment. The Colorado makes its tailgate stand apart from the rest with an industry-first in-tailgate storage solution. Hidden under a flap inside the tailgate, this storage cubbie is large enough for essential tools, jumper cables, or a tailgate cooler thanks to its drain plug.
Modern amenities abound in the Colorado making it and the GMC Canyons market disrupters yet again. We are already seeing Toyota readying their first all-new Tacoma in almost 2 decades while Ford readies their next Ranger. Nissan just updated their Frontier and the Jeep Gladiator was all new just 3 short years ago.
2023 Chevrolet Colorado Z71 Specs:
* 2.7-liter 4-cylinder Turbo Plus Engine
* 310 Horsepower
* 390 lb.-ft. of Torque
* 8-speed Automatic Transmission
* Autotrac® 2-speed Transfer Case with Push Button Controls
* Hill Descent Control
* Automatic Locking Rear Differential
* Drive Mode Selector
* 18-inch Android Dark Full-Gloss Aluminum Wheels (standard)
* 265/65R18 R18 32-inch All-Terrain Tires (standard)
* 20-inch Dark Android Aluminum Wheels
* 20-inch 255/55 R20 All-Terrain Tires
* Red Tow Hooks
* Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 2-person Memory Function
* Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
* Leather Seating Surfaces
* Dual-zone Climate Control
* 8-inch Driver Information Digital Cluster Display
* 11.3-inch Touchscreen Infotainment
* Proximity Key with Push Button Start
* EPA Fuel Economy TBD (city/hwy/cmb)
* Starting Price: $41,395
* Price as tested: $45,730 (est)
Friday, February 10, 2023
Model Availability Derails Fleet Standardization but Signs Emerge that Sourcing is Improving
The 131st State of the Fleet Industry video produced by Automotive Fleet offers insights into the state of the fleet market as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich.
🎙Today's topics include:
- Ongoing sourcing constraints have disrupted fleet standardization strategies.
- When businesses are forced to source different models, it creates inefficiencies by operating an irregular fleet of service vehicles.
- Multiple signs are emerging that sourcing constraints are receding – increased dealership inventories, dramatic decrease in “build shy” units, and OEMs are increasing new-vehicle production.
- Headwinds include an ongoing limited availability of vans and full-size pickups and huge pent-up need to extended life vehicles when companies were unable to source replacement units.
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