NPTC President and CEO Gary Petty writes a regular column in Fleet Owner Magazine, in addition to online articles in Fleet Owner Newsline, that focus on leaders, private fleet companies, best practices, and unique features which make private fleet trucking a competitive advantage in corporate transportation.. Reaching more than 100,000 subscribers, three-quarters of whom are private fleet professionals, these publications highlight expert management practitioners and successful business models of leading private fleets.
Gary Petty | gpetty@nptc.org | Private Fleet Editor for FleetOwner Magazine
Gary Petty has more than 30 years of experience as CEO of national trade associations in the trucking industry. He has been the president and CEO of the National Private Truck Council since 2001.
All StarsMagazine Column
In an ongoing effort to recognize the special contributions of private fleet drivers to their companies, NPTC has announced a…
Take-Home PayMagazine Column
At a time of economic downturn and business turmoil in general, fleet professionals are searching for new ideas and programs…
Myth vs. RealityMagazine Column
The potential for accident liability is a fact of life for any trucking operation. Myths about liability, however, are commonly…
America’s Best Driver?Magazine Column
Could George Ertel be one of the best commercial truck drivers in the United States? His record of performance speaks…
Quality FleetMagazine Column
South East Express, a private fleet operation based in Timmonsville, SC, provides uniquely tailored transportation services for a local Honda…
Winning FormulaMagazine Column
Private fleet professionals around the country are discovering that the National Private Truck Council provides a phenomenal return for their…
The Evolution of Private FleetsMagazine Column
For the first time in more than two decades, the National Private Truck_x000D_ Council has published an up-to-date compilation of…
Toad’s BoardMagazine Column
Richard “Toad” Smith serves as outbound traffic manager for Shopko, one of the country’s most successful regional general merchandise/pharmacy discount…
Training DaysMagazine Column
As the premier learning resource for the private truck industry, the National Private Truck Council has established a yearlong calendar…
Keeping ScoreMagazine Column
Private fleets seeking innovation in their driver performance and pay-incentive programs would do well to look at Atrium Windows, Inc.…
Added ValueMagazine Column
The owners of Hatfield Quality Meats spun off the company’s private fleet in January 2006 to create PV Transport, a…
Value AddedMagazine Column
One of the largest producers of customer proprietary plastic containers, the Plastipak Packing Co. has operated a private fleet of…
From the Ground UpMagazine Column
J.R. “Jack” Simplot, founder of J.R. Simplot Company, went into business for himself in the rural community of Declo, ID,…
Waste NotMagazine Column
For many companies, the private fleet represents a critical component in the manufacturing process. At Ross Environmental Services, Inc. the…
A Family in BusinessMagazine Column
This year marks the 75th anniversary of Price Chopper Supermarkets, which operates 116 stores located throughout the Northeast. The future…
Good Clean FunMagazine Column
Lasco Bathware is the largest U.S. manufacturer of bath fixtures, producing nearly 25% of those sold annually. Having its own…
The NPTC AdvantageMagazine Column
In recent years, the National Private Truck Council has evolved from an association historically focused on government affairs to a…
Key IngredientsMagazine Column
Lance, Inc. follows an exacting recipe to produce its lineup of snack foods for consumers on the run. And while…
Comeback FleetMagazine Column
After outsourcing a large percentage of its private fleet for two years, Unisource Worldwide has brought the fleet back in-house…_x000D_
No Best – Only BetterMagazine Column
On the brink of becoming the world’s largest car company, Toyota Motor Co. commands roughly a 16% share of passenger…