The Professional's Complete Manual of Fleet Operations and Management: Vehicle Acquisition, Preventive Maintenance, Dot Compliance, Telematics, and To

When a fleet program lands on your desk, you do not need theory—you need procedures.

Build control into daily operations.
This practical manual shows fleet managers how to set policy, choose the right vehicles, schedule preventive maintenance, manage vendors, control downtime, and build a reporting rhythm leadership can trust.

Run a safer, more compliant fleet.
Get clear guidance on DOT and FMCSA obligations, driver qualification files, ELDs, hours of service, DVIRs, CSA scoring, accident response, telematics, dashcams, and audit readiness—without wading through vague advice.

Protect margin with better decisions.
Use step-by-step frameworks for buy-vs.-lease analysis, TCO modeling, budgeting, lifecycle replacement, fuel control, driver programs, and performance tracking so you can cut waste and defend your numbers with confidence.

Put the work into motion.
Inside, you will find SOPs, completed sample documents, templates, decision logic, and corrective-action guidance designed for real-world fleet operations. Whether you are building a fleet program from scratch or rebuilding one under pressure, this manual gives you the structure to act fast and manage with authority.