Gary Petty in Fleet Owner

True Value Co.’s private fleet consists of 310 leased tractors, 776 trailers, and 342 full-time drivers traveling 27 million mi. per year. Working out of 12 distribution centers…

In today’s cost-driven environment, private fleet “justification” has, for all practical purposes, become a per-run, per-day drill event for managers of even the most proven and long-standing fleets. National benchmarks to measure how well an individual private fleet stacks up…._x000D_

Founded in Aurora, Ind., in 1890 by Colonel John J. Backman, Aurora Casket Co. has grown into the largest privately held casket manufacturer in the United States and is still owned and run by the Backman and Barrott families. The company’s original factory location…

After assisting several private fleets this past month through the new Private Fleet Assessment Program (PFAP), Optima Associates reports that the resource continues to elevate private fleet performance. Of those private fleets that have completed the assessment…_x000D_

Today’s private fleet professional continues to function under immense pressure to deliver exceptional performance. Managers are expected to be leading edge, with new solutions and innovative ideas geared toward optimizing fleet operations. In this demanding climate…_x000D_

Oldcastle’s Architectural Products Group (APG) is the leading North American manufacturer of concrete masonry, lawn, garden and paving products and a regional leader in clay brick, operating at more than 200 locations…

In our experience, private fleets that prosper, regardless of the economic environment in which they operate, exhibit three interrelated characteristics: commitment from top management, a trained and professional staff, and dedication to continuous improvement. The National Private Truck Council is committed to helping its members advance their performance on all three counts…_x000D_

Twelve elite private fleet drivers have been welcomed into the inaugural class of NPTC’s National Driver All-Stars program. The recognition, which took place during the NPTC National Safety Conference, honors those drivers who demonstrate high performance standards against their peers throughout the country…._x000D_

Founded and headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., Metal Exchange Corp. came to life in the 1970s when five savvy individuals were determined to establish a unique niche market presence in the highly competitive world of scrap and raw metal products…

General Nutrition Centers (GNC) was founded in 1935 in Pittsburgh and has since grown into one of the largest producers and distributors of dietary supplements and fitness nutrition products in the world…

Private fleets have earned a reputation for unsurpassed safety excellence. According to NPTC’s 2009 Benchmarking Survey, private fleets reported a rate of 0.78 crashes per million miles, better than the performance registered by the trucking industry as a whole..…

For many years, the National Private Truck Council has steadfastly supported modification of federal truck size and weight restrictions in a manner that would improve shipper and carrier productivity without jeopardizing highway safety. We know from growing evidence in the private fleet community.…

It’s more than just another convenience store or fuel stop. Founded in 1958 by Chester Cadieux, QuikTrip strives to be the best gasoline, convenience and food retailer in the eyes of its customers, its competition and its employees.…

This month NPTC officially launches one of the most dynamic private fleet management tools ever to enter the marketplace. The Private Fleet Assessment Program…_x000D_

The National Private Truck Council’s 2009 Annual Education Management Conference and Exhibition, to be held May 3-5, 2009, in Nashville, promises to deliver…

Research conducted by NPTC has found that some 28% of all miles private fleets run are empty. This percentage has risen in recent years and may actually be higher for the entire private fleet industry…

For more than 25 years, the private truck fleet of paint retail giant Sherwin-Williams has distinguished itself as an “invaluable piece” of the company’s value proposition, says Richard Ashton, director of transportation…

Do snarling guard dogs with bristling hair wag their tails when they see your drivers? They did for Harry “Henny” Myers from Blue Ball, PA. Now 90 years old and long retired from truck driving…

In an ongoing effort to recognize the special contributions of private fleet drivers to their companies, NPTC has announced a new program that will honor drivers whose high performance…_x000D_

At a time of economic downturn and business turmoil in general, fleet professionals are searching for new ideas and programs which bring the greatest value to their operations…_x000D_