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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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00:45:38

Episode 200: Fleet Success: What We’ve Learned over...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/10/30

In this special 200th episode of The Fleet Success Show, hosts Josh Turley, Steve Saltzgiver, and Marc Canton take the stage live to celebrate the journey so far. They look back on four years of weekly episodes, share hard-earned lessons on leadership and culture, and take real-time questions from an audience of fleet professionals.You’ll hear how the podcast started, what keeps it going, and what the hosts have learned about consistency, trust, and creating impact through honest conversations

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00:41:24

Episode 199: The Truth About Fleet Tech Shortages...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/10/23

In this episode of the Fleet Success Show, Josh Turley and Marc Canton break down the real reasons behind the fleet technician shortage. Spoiler: it's not just about pay, and it’s not just about competition with dealerships anymore. Today, fleets are fighting a war on two fronts—against white-collar careers and blue-collar trades that offer higher pay, lower complexity, and better mobility.Josh and Marc explore:Why techs are avoiding the automotive space and opting for HVAC, electrical, and

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00:27:28

Episode 198: What Fleet Managers Get Wrong About...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/10/16

“You can’t fix technician staffing without fixing the replacement plan first—and rightsizing without replacement is just rearranging the deck chairs.” Episode SummaryFleet managers face an ongoing puzzle: should you prioritize asset replacement, rightsize your fleet, or hire more technicians? In this episode, Josh Turley and Marc Canton dive deep into how each of these levers impacts the others—and why trying to solve them in isolation might be the biggest mistake of all.Marc argues that a strong

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00:47:54

Episode 197: From the Shop Floor to the Top 100: Dave...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/10/09

In this episode of The Fleet Success Show, Marc Canton is joined by fleet industry leader and Boynton Beach Fleet Director Dave Persad for a raw, heartfelt conversation about leadership, legacy, and transforming public sector fleets.From his humble beginnings on a farm in Trinidad to managing award-winning fleets in Florida, Dave shares his journey through construction, hardship, and passion-led transformation. You'll hear about how he led West Palm Beach and Boynton Beach to Top 100 Fleet rankings,

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00:41:24

Episode 196: How to Go from Turning Wrenches to...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/10/02

In this episode of The Fleet Success Show, host Nathan Schafer sits down with Brent Messner from the City of Las Vegas to explore a topic that's essential for every fleet professional: how to build a successful and lasting career in the fleet industry.Starting from their humble beginnings as technicians, both Nathan and Brent share real, relatable stories of navigating the fleet world, embracing continuous education, and the pivotal moments that shifted their mindsets from "turning wrenches" to

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00:21:55

Episode 195: The Million Dollar Mistake: How...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/09/25

“By the time we figured it out, we had to replace 110 engines—10% of the fleet. All because of bad fuel.” – Dave PersadEpisode SummaryWhat happens when your vehicles are running perfectly one week—and the next, you’re replacing 110 engines?In this gripping episode of The Fleet Success Show, host Marc Canton sits down with award-winning fleet manager Dave Persad to uncover one of the most catastrophic fuel contamination events in fleet history. Dave walks us through a nightmare scenario that began

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00:16:40

Episode 194: Eliminating Dysfunction: Building Trust...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/09/18

"The strength of any relationship is the speed of repair. In fleet leadership, trust isn’t optional—it’s the operating system."📄 Episode SummaryIn this raw and insightful solo episode, The Fleet Success Show host and RTA CEO Josh Turley shares a behind-the-scenes look into RTA’s latest executive planning offsite—and the deep leadership lessons that emerged.Josh walks listeners through the three powerful trust-building exercises used during the session, all rooted in Patrick Lencioni’s framework

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00:20:26

Episode 193: Lost Assets, Legal Nightmares & Fleet...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/09/11

In this episode of The Fleet Success Show, Josh Turley (CEO, RTA) and fleet veteran Nathan Schafer dive deep into the not-so-sexy—but absolutely critical—topic of vehicle inventory. If you've ever assumed that what's in your fleet maintenance management software matches what’s on your lot… think again. From rogue departments buying vehicles under the radar to liabilities that could land you in legal hot water, this episode breaks down why accurate, hands-on inventory is non-negotiable. Nathan shares

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00:40:09

Episode 192: The #1 Mistake Fleets Make with Safety...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/09/04

"We're not addressing human behavior—we're just trying to show that we did something."In this impactful episode of The Fleet Success Show, host Steve Saltzgiver sits down with 2024 Fleet Hall of Fame inductee Matthew Betz. With more than five decades in the fleet world, Betz has seen it all—from selling fleet solutions at Wheels Inc. to building out Detroit’s EV infrastructure at DTE Energy. But perhaps most compelling is his recent mission: transforming fleet safety by understanding human

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00:37:44

Episode 191: The $400K Mistake Most School Districts...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/08/28

“If you're tracking school bus maintenance in a notebook, you're 30 years behind—and it's costing you way more than you think.” — Marc Canton 📝 Episode SummaryIn this data-packed episode of The Fleet Success Show, host Marc Canton is joined by school bus operations and data analytics expert Griffin Scott to dive deep into one of the most overlooked and under-optimized segments in fleet management: school transportation fleets.Griffin shares how his background in geoinformatics and data science led

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00:46:01

Episode 190: The Fleet Manager’s Guide to Burning Old...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/08/21

"Burn the data. Start fresh. The past you is holding your fleet hostage." Detailed Episode SummaryIn this episode of The Fleet Success Show, Josh Turley and Marc Canton tackle one of the most contentious topics in fleet management: data retention. From government fleets clutching onto 26 years of work orders to fleet managers hoarding “just in case” data, they dismantle the myths about keeping everything forever.They explore why data older than five years is almost always useless for analytics, how

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00:28:35

Episode 189: The Hidden Perks of RTA Connect (That...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/08/14

In this episode of The Fleet Success Show, Josh Turley (CEO of RTA: The Fleet Success Company) and Nathan Schafer (Public Sector Fleet Veteran & RTA Trainer) pull back the curtain on RTA Connect—the ultimate annual gathering for fleet managers, technicians, and industry leaders.Nathan shares his journey attending RTA Connect first as a public sector fleet manager and later as part of RTA’s training team. They explore how the event blends leadership development, fleet management best practices, and

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00:30:38

Episode 188: Blame Steve: The Fleet Episode That...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/08/07

“If you’re not being challenged, if you dread Monday mornings, or if leadership just doesn’t get it, that might be your sign. It’s time to go.”In this no-holds-barred episode of The Fleet Success Show, host Marc Canton sits down with fleet industry legends Steve Saltzgiver and Scott Rood to unpack one of the toughest decisions a fleet professional faces: When is it time to leave your organization?Pulling from decades of personal experience in government fleet management, military service, and

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00:38:46

Episode 187: Get to a Trade Show, Or Get a New Job

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/07/31

"If you're not at NAFA, you might be in the wrong job."NAFA 2025 wasn’t just a trade show—it was a wake-up call for fleet professionals everywhere. In this episode, RTA’s own leadership dives deep into why attending industry events is essential—not optional—for anyone serious about growing their fleet career and solving today's toughest challenges.From scooter gangs and AI breakthroughs to bold takes on the state of fleet education and technician recruitment, this episode is full of spicy insights,

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00:31:57

Episode 186: Don’t Trust Your Invoices! The Dangers...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/07/24

"You may outsource your M&R, but you can't outsource your fleet management. That has to be internal." – Marc CantonThe trio unpacks real-life horror stories, including unnecessary tire replacements, duplicate battery charges, and a $7,000 bill for work that should’ve cost $1,000. They hammer home the point that outsourcing maintenance is fine—but abdicating responsibility isn’t.Whether you're running 100 units or 4,000, this episode is a masterclass in oversight, system integration, and having the

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00:34:35

Episode 185: Underdog to MVP: Promoting Yourself (and...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/07/17

In this spicy episode, Marc Canton and fleet powerhouse Facundo Tassara dive deep into the fine line between self-promotion and arrogance in the fleet industry. They talk about why fleet managers must champion their teams and accomplishments—and how to do it without turning people off. From elevator pitches to dressing the part, Facundo shares battle-tested tactics to elevate your fleet’s reputation and your own leadership status. This is a masterclass in storytelling, relationship-building, and

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00:23:49

Episode 184: Fleet Math is Sexy (And It Might Just...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/07/10

In this no-nonsense, insight-packed episode of The Fleet Success Show, hosts Josh Turley and Marc Canton dig deep into one of the most misunderstood—and often mishandled—aspects of fleet management: technician staffing.When the budget axe drops, tech labor is often the first target. But how do you know if you actually have too many (or too few) technicians? The answer lies in smart data usage, AEUs (Asset Equivalent Units), and a whole lot of operational efficiency.The duo covers everything from

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00:56:00

Episode 183: How UCLA Electrified Their Fleet—Without...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/07/03

“Fleet isn’t just turning wrenches anymore—it’s strategic asset management, customer service, data science, and culture building. And it deserves that respect.” – Clinton Bench, UCLA Episode SummaryIn this episode of The Fleet Success Show, host Marc Canton sits down with Clinton Bench, Director of Fleet and Transit at UCLA, for a thought-provoking discussion on the evolving role of fleet managers in higher education.Clinton opens up about the operational and cultural transformations happening

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00:46:12

Episode 182: From the Shop Floor to the Forest...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/06/26

"Fleet managers make the world go round, so why doesn’t the world recognize that?"🎧 Episode SummaryIn this compelling episode of The Fleet Success Show, Vice President of Product & Consulting Marc Canton sits down with Scott Conlon, a fleet industry powerhouse whose career has spanned local government, the U.S. Forest Service, and now RTA.This is more than a “get to know you” episode, it’s a masterclass in what fleet leadership should look like. From wrench-turning student mechanic to managing one

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00:39:35

Episode 181: You Can Be Right or You Can Have a...

The Fleet Success Show ·

2025/06/19

Episode Summary:In this candid episode of The Fleet Success Show, RTA CEO Josh Turley and fleet industry veteran Marc Canton dive headfirst into a growing crisis facing government fleets: massive budget shortfalls. With some agencies facing $2-3 million in cuts, they explore the crossroads where leadership, fleet efficiency, and public service collide.Rather than simply trim the fat, Josh and Marc flip the script: budget cuts can be a golden opportunity to innovate, right-size, and lead with

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