As a small-business owner with a couple of vehicles for business use, do you know what constitutes a fleet? A company or person with more than one vehicle technically could be considered a fleet. But at Butler Automotive Management, our view is that four or more employee vehicles establishes a fleet. Although some of our best clients have only one car! 

 

Fleets Large and Small 

 

Fleets can range from one to hundreds of vehicles. Companies that use fleet vehicles often lease them for their employees rather than buying them, and even employee-owned vehicles could be considered part of a fleet if they are used for work-related tasks.  

 

A fleet can consist of cars, trucks, vans, or a combination. Companies that commonly operate fleets include food and beverage delivery, furniture or appliance businesses, laundry services, floral deliveries, maintenance businesses such as plumbers or electricians, and service providers such as Wi-Fi or cable installers.  

 

Vehicle fleets aren’t only for major corporations such as UPS or local businesses like Suncoast Credit Union. Many companies operate a fleet even if they don’t know it. If you use a few vehicles for the operation of your business, you can consider them a fleet.  

 

 

Why the Designation Matters 

 

What you call your vehicles matters for one simple reason: insurance. Fleet insurance is typically cheaper than insuring each vehicle individually. In some cases, though, insurers may require you to have three or four vehicles to qualify for the fleet rate.  

 

Fleets can range from one to hundreds of vehicles. Companies that use fleet vehicles often lease them for their employees rather than buying them. A fleet can consist of cars, trucks, vans, or a combination. 

 

Companies that commonly operate fleets include food and beverage delivery, furniture or appliance businesses, laundry services, floral deliveries, maintenance businesses such as plumbers or electricians, and service providers such as Wi-Fi or cable installers. 

 

Even if it’s a small fleet of company-owned or leased vehicles, you could be leaving money on the table!  

 

Busy Businesses Choose to Go Mobile 

 

Around Tampa Bay, we’re known to help keep local businesses running efficiently. Our fleet management and mobile detailing service is perfect for these types of growing companies:  

 

• Medical Offices 
• Real Estate Offices 
• Mortgage Brokerages + Title Companies 
• Trades including Plumbing, Electrical, and Landscaping Companies 

 

 

We also help support new businesses start up right and make a great impression for new employees and clients. Remember: if your busy business has 4 or more cars in your fleet, we’re happy to help! 

 

Why Fleet Management  

 

Designate a dedicated fleet manager and put a fleet-management system in place. You would be surprised how much money you can save when you organize your operations.  

 

Save precious time and money by keeping your fleet of vehicles maintained by performing preventive maintenance. We can help with that; give us a call, (813) 850-0022! BAM comes to you to keep your cars and business running! 

 

 

It’s important to have a fleet management system to help maintain your vehicles. Likewise, incorporating telematics, GPS, and preventive maintenance schedules into your business’ fleet, even if it’s just a vehicle or two, will help drive your success.  

 

Butler Automotive Management can incorporate digital record-keeping to help you quickly track information. Our software can trace drivers, their vehicles, mileage, and GPS tracking, which allows fleet managers to check driving patterns, gas usage, and monitor routes.  

 

BAM Fleet manages and maintains all your vehicles, whether you have one or 50. We will come to you for routine maintenance, roadside emergencies, and your business’ other needs. 

 

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Supporting Your Team  

 

No matter the size of your fleet, the team at Butler Automotive Management has the experience and expertise to provide you with fleet solutions. Consider us your strategic partner focused on helping you earn higher profits while making informed decisions about your fleet and its maintenance.  

 

Ready to learn how a fleet-management program can benefit your Tampa Bay business? Call BAM at (813) 850-0022 for a fleet-management consultation today!