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The Fleet Success Show

RTA, Josh Turley

Welcome to the Fleet Success Show, a podcast dedicated to talking about the fundamentals, standards, and best practices that empower today"s fleets to achieve fleet success. Let"s get into the show!

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Episode 225: Are Certifications Still Worth It? The...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2026/04/23

Are certifications like ASE and CAFM still worth it—or are they becoming irrelevant in today’s technician shortage?In this episode of the Fleet Success Show, Josh Turley and Drew Morrow break down the real reason certifications are losing traction, why that’s dangerous for fleets, and what leaders should be doing instead. They unpack: Why shops are lowering standards (and the long-term risk) The difference between factory certs vs. ASE How certifications create defensible credibility and

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00:42:41

Episode 224: Fleet Fraud Is Getting Smarter (Here’s...

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2026/04/16

Fleet fraud is evolving faster than most organizations can keep up.In this episode of the Fleet Success Show, Josh Turley sits down with Wil Fitzgerald, fraud and financial crimes leader at WEX, to break down how modern fraud schemes target fleet operations, and what fleet leaders can do to protect their organizations. From AI-generated documents and deepfake scams to fuel card misuse and account takeover attacks, fraudsters are getting smarter, faster, and better funded. That means fleets need

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00:34:40

Episode 223: Outsourcing in Fleet: How to Know What...

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2026/04/09

In this episode of The Fleet Success Show, RTA VP of Product, Marc Canton. sits down with Jake Johnson, former fleet maintenance supervisor and current RTA Fleet Success Manager, to break down one of the most critical and misunderstood topics in fleet: outsourcing.Whether you're a government fleet manager with limited resources, a trucking fleet with scale, or just trying to figure out how to do more with fewer techs, you’re probably outsourcing more than you think—and leaving data and dollars on

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00:37:55

Episode 222: Fleet Management 101: Nobody Teaches...

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2026/04/02

You’ll learn why fleet leadership is evolving, how to translate technical KPIs into meaningful business impact, and why telling your fleet story is one of the most important skills you can develop. The conversation also explores how modern fleet managers can eliminate blind spots, improve asset availability, and build trust with leadership using clear, defensible data.They also preview NAFA sessions designed to help new and emerging leaders build confidence through hands-on learning, including an

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00:42:13

Episode 221: The State of Fleet Management:...

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2026/03/26

NAFA represents more than 3,500 fleet professionals across government and corporate fleets, making it the largest professional fleet association in the world. Together, Marc and Bill explore how the industry is adapting to rapid change—driven by rising costs, new technologies, workforce challenges, and increasing pressure for data-driven leadership.You’ll hear insights on: Why fleet education and professional certification (CAFM) are becoming more critical than ever How AI, predictive

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00:42:31

Episode 220: Motor Pools Are Back: Right-Size Your...

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2026/03/19

Motor pools are making a comeback, and not as “loaner cars,” but as true internal rental programs that help fleets cut costs while improving access and availability. Marc Canton sits down with Tony Yankovich to break down what’s driving the surge (hint: utilization and right-sizing), how to spot the “shareable” vehicles hiding in plain sight, and why timing-of-use matters as much as total miles.They dig into real-world examples, like seasonal sharing of heavy equipment, and a university’s

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00:36:31

Episode 219: Stop Guessing at Downtime: Status...

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2026/03/12

Improving fleet availability isn’t just about working faster—it’s about understanding why assets are down in the first place.In this episode, Marc Canton sits down with Andrew Finch, Fleet Management Analyst at RTA Fleet, to unpack one of the most underutilized tools inside a fleet management system: asset statuses and work order statuses. Andrew explains the critical difference between the two, why a single “in the shop” status doesn’t provide meaningful insight, and how better status design can

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00:16:14

Episode 218: Fleet Predictions 2026: AI Hype,...

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2026/03/05

In this forward-looking episode of The Fleet Success Show, hosts Josh Turley and Marc Canton break down the top fleet trends and predictions for 2026. The duo tackles the ongoing hype around AI and how it mirrors past tech bubbles like dot-com and EV infrastructure. They dive into what AI adoption means for fleet managers and why the real value lies in smart vetting and operational integration, not flashy buzzwords.They also explore the persistent technician shortage, how public sector HR policies

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00:32:48

Episode 217: Why Replacement Planning Solves 95% of...

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2026/02/26

In this powerful episode of The Fleet Success Show, Marc Canton sits down with Fleet Hall-of-Famer Steve Saltzgiver to tackle one of the most overlooked but critical areas in fleet: replacement planning. Steve shares jaw-dropping stories from his time leading Fortune 500 and government fleets, including how one change could have saved a company $800M.This episode explores why strategic fleet replacement is a fleet-wide performance driver, not just a financial issue. You'll hear about the ripple

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00:36:28

Episode 216: The Rise of the Tech-Savvy Fleet Manager

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2026/02/19

Fleet is changing. Fast. On this episode of The Fleet Success Show, Marc Canton (VP of Product) is joined by Jenelle Hansen (VP of Customer Success) to talk about the changing face of fleet leadership and what that means for fleet maintenance software.From the exodus of retiring Baby Boomers to the influx of tech-savvy leaders from outside the industry, Jenelle and Marc break down the shift in mindset, tools, and expectations. Fleet managers aren’t just responsible for vehicles anymore—they’re

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00:39:24

Episode 215: Fleet Management 101: How to Become a...

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2026/02/12

In this Fleet Management 101 edition of The Fleet Success Show, host Facundo Tassara sits down with Brendan Hunt, Assistant Fleet Service and Facility Manager for Fairfax County, Virginia, home to one of the largest and most diverse government fleets in the country.Brendan shares the real, raw journey of his path from turning wrenches as a tech in a gas station to leading standardization, training, and quality assurance across a 6,000+ unit fleet. With humor and humility, Brendan recounts his early

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00:42:30

Episode 214: How Centralizing Fleet Operations Saved...

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2026/02/05

In this episode of The Fleet Success Show, Marc Canton is joined by Lincey Araya, Fleet Services and Field Program Manager at the University of South Florida, to explore one of the most pressing challenges in university and government fleets: centralization.Lincey shares her bold journey of transforming a fragmented, underperforming campus fleet operation into a unified and efficient service-based model. Facing pushback, budget turf wars, and deep-seated "we've always done it this way" culture,

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00:19:26

Episode 213: Why Your Replacement Plan Is Sabotaging...

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2026/01/29

Fleet managers everywhere are playing defense when it comes to vehicle replacement. In this hard-hitting episode of The Fleet Success Show, RTA CEO Josh Turley is joined by Fleet Management Analyst Griffin Scott to dig into the real cost of reactive replacement planning, and why it's hurting your maintenance program, your budget, and your credibility with leadership.Griffin shares stories from more than 100 replacement studies he's conducted across the country and breaks down a simple, math-backed

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00:31:00

Episode 212: Why Fleet Education is Booming, and What...

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2026/01/22

In the latest episode of The Fleet Success Show, Marc Canton, former fleet manager and RTA's VP of Product & Consulting, and Tony Yankovich, former fleet asset manager and RTA's Fleet Consulting Group Director, talk about a major shift happening in the fleet industry: the renewed drive for education, training, and clear paths for career advancement. For the growing number of people attending industry conferences, to mechanics wondering how to move up the ladder to become shop supervisors, today's

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00:38:02

Fleet Management 101: Winning the Fleet Management...

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2026/01/15

In this powerhouse episode of The Fleet Success Show: Fleet Management 101, host Facundo Tassara sits down with Jeffrey Hawthorne, Fleet Manager at the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, whose fleet earned the coveted #1 spot on the 100 Best Fleets list. They dive deep into how Jeffrey climbed the ranks from #95 to #1 over a decade, and the leadership, data-driven discipline, and relentless pursuit of excellence that fueled the journey.Jeffrey shares his personal story of transitioning from the

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00:23:33

Episode 210: How to Win NAFA’s 100 Best Fleets:...

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2026/01/08

In this episode, Josh Turley sits down with veteran fleet leader and NAFA judge Steve Saltzgiver to pull back the curtain on the NAFA 100 Best Fleets competition. With over 200 applications pouring in each year and only 100 winners chosen, the margin for error is razor thin, and knowing how to tell your story effectively can make all the difference.Steve shares invaluable advice for fleet managers on how to stand out, what separates the top 10 fleets from the bottom 10, and why AI-generated

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00:21:12

Episode 209: The Fleet Success Mindset: Building...

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2025/12/31

In this keynote episode from Connect 2025, RTA CEO Josh Turley delivers a deeply personal and passionate look at what separates great organizations from those that plateau or fail. Drawing inspiration from Jim Collins’ research in Good to Great, Built to Last, and Great by Choice, Josh explores how the most successful fleets aren't lucky—they're built intentionally.Josh walks through how to apply Collins’ principles directly to fleet leadership. From choosing the right people (“first who, then

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00:45:08

Episode 208: Don’t Stop Fighting for Replacement Funds

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2025/12/24

Episode Summary:In this powerful keynote-turned-podcast from Connect 2025, Marc Canton and Steve Saltzgiver tackle one of the most overlooked but financially devastating issues in fleet management: inadequate fleet replacement planning. Drawing from decades of experience and real-world consulting insights, Steve and Marc make a compelling case for why fleet managers must stop kicking the can down the road.They go beyond the typical capital vs. operating cost debate, diving into the hidden costs of

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00:17:08

Episode 207: Inside the Judge's Room: What It Really...

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2025/12/18

In this behind-the-scenes episode of the Fleet Success Show, Josh Turley sits down with long-time NAFA 100 Best Fleets judge Scott Rood to reveal what really goes into scoring top public fleets across the country.With over six years of judging experience, Scott unpacks the nuances of what separates a winning application from a forgettable one. From incomplete data and wordy essays to fleets getting creative with technician shortages, this episode is a goldmine for any fleet manager looking to stand

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00:21:21

Episode 206: Fleet Leaders Reveal the Software They’d...

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2025/12/11

In this no-holds-barred episode of The Fleet Success Show, RTA’s VP of Product & Consulting, Marc Canton, is joined by the Fleet Whisperer himself, Steve Saltzgiver, to dissect one of the biggest mistakes fleets make: trying to manage fleet operations through non-fleet systems like ERPs, EAMs, or telematics platforms with maintenance add-ons.Steve shares battle-tested stories from his decades of hands-on fleet leadership, where multi-million dollar companies wasted years and millions trying to

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