Mike Albert Fleet Solutions

06/19/2026

This Automotive Service Professionals Month, we're proud to recognize Steven Chowining, Fleet Maintenance Coordinator, Truck, supporting our clients on the road.
Steven started in the industry in 2012 on the fuel island at Ryder—pumping diesel, handling tires, and taking on light mechanical work. Two years later, he worked his way into the shop and continued building his career from there. While he'd been turning wrenches for years, he chose diesel because it offered steady opportunity and a strong future.
What keeps him engaged today is simple: technology. As vehicles and maintenance systems continue to evolve, Steven brings the curiosity and discipline it takes to keep fleets moving.
His advice for fleet administrators is practical and hard-earned:
"Never skip PM work. You might save a few dollars and a couple hours of down time today, but you're going to pay for it later. And when you start treating your fuel in the winter, swap out your fuel filters—there's nothing worse than a gelled-up fuel filter on a 10-degree morning."
Thank you, Steven, for your growth, grit, and commitment to preventive maintenance that protects fleet uptime.

06/10/2026

The Mideast conflict is wreaking havoc on fleet budgets, and its impact goes far beyond fuel costs. The conflict has choked off the specific petroleum-derived products that nearly every modern synthetic motor oil depends on.

And it gets worse: fuel and oil aren’t the only petroleum-dependent products that fleets need. So are transmission fluids, hoses, belts, wiper blades, and more.

In our latest Fleet Studies Lab article, our Maintenance Manager, Jenny Baker, walks through what fleet managers should know and do under these tough circumstances.

Read it here: https://hubs.la/Q04kKt_K0

What are you seeing on your end? Are your service providers raising prices or going on allocation yet?

06/08/2026

This National Automotive Service Professional Week, we’re proud to recognize the skilled experts who keep fleets moving every day.

From diagnosing issues and managing repairs to helping reduce downtime and control costs, automotive service professionals play a critical role in keeping vehicles safe, reliable, and road-ready.

At Mike Albert Fleet Solutions, we’re especially grateful for our ASE-certified maintenance experts, whose knowledge, advocacy, and hands-on support help our clients keep their fleets performing at their best.

06/04/2026

We’re excited to share that Alexa Rubin, our truck upfit manager, was featured in the latest episode of Shades of Fleet by Work Truck.

In the episode, "Women are Driving Change in Fleet,” Alexa has an open conversation with Lauren Fletcher about what women in fleet really experience, which mindsets still need to change, what real support looks like and how the industry is evolving today.

Alexa joins other respected industry voices to talk about leadership, opportunity and how everyone can help move the fleet industry forward.

We encourage you to check it out: https://hubs.la/Q04k3SY50

05/29/2026

Mike Albert Fleet Solutions is headed to the Stellantis Pro One Fleet Preview 2026, taking place June 3–5.

Attending from our team will be Chris Parrott (Chief Client Officer), Jason Kraus (VP, Operations), Nathan Niese (RVP, Client Partnerships), and Kendra Rupp (RVP, Client Partnerships).

We’ll be learning from industry leaders and uncovering practical innovations we can apply to deliver greater efficiency and value for our clients.

Will you be there? Let’s connect and chat about how we can help your fleet.

05/27/2026

What if the technology your drivers fear most could become their biggest advocate?

This is the shift that Candice Morley, our Director of Client Products, explores in her new Business Fleet article: https://hubs.la/Q04hWqc10.

It’s a conversation every fleet manager should consider having.

Drivers don’t dislike technology itself. What they dislike is feeling watched without support. The key difference is how telematics is introduced and used.

Candice’s article shares that predictive telematics:
✅ Gives drivers objective data to validate their own performance.
✅ Flags vehicle issues before they turn into roadside emergencies.
✅ Creates a fair, consistent foundation for recognition, not just correction.
✅ Builds a coaching culture that drivers actually want to be part of.

Gallup estimates that U.S. businesses lose roughly $1 trillion each year to voluntary turnover. For fleets, the stakes are even higher because skilled drivers hold valuable knowledge and customer relationships that are hard to replace.

The fleets that get this right aren't just reducing turnover. They're building a reputation as employers of choice.

Read Candice's full article to see how predictive telematics can make that shift happen for your fleet.

Predictive telematics can help small fleets improve driver satisfaction, reduce turnover, and build a stronger safety culture through smarter coaching.

05/25/2026

We are looking forward to being at the Ford Pro Fleet Preview 2026 from May 27–29.

Representing Mike Albert Fleet Solutions will be Will Dartnall, Gary Van Orden, and Jason Kraus. Our team is excited to connect with industry leaders, share perspectives, and learn from the innovations shaping the future of fleet operations.

If you will be attending, we would welcome the chance to connect and chat about fleet!

05/22/2026

Did you know your everyday driving habits could be quietly draining your gas tank — and your wallet?

With gas prices well above $4 a gallon, WCPO’s Don’t Waste your Money team turned to our own Candice Morley, Director of Client Products at Mike Albert, to share what fleet management professionals already know: small behavior changes behind the wheel can reduce fuel costs by 10–30%.

At Mike Albert, this isn't just advice. It's what we do every day. Fleet managers use telematics technology and driver coaching tools to track and reduce exactly these behaviors in real time: harsh acceleration, hard braking, excessive idling, and improper tire pressure. We share that expertise with the businesses we serve — and now, Candice brought that same knowledge to everyday drivers.
Candice joined the WCPO consumer team for a real-world driving demonstration to put these tips to the test — and the results speak for themselves.

Key takeaways from the segment:
✅ Accelerate gently — no jackrabbit starts
✅ Maintain safe following distance to avoid hard braking
✅ Turn off your engine if idling more than one minute
✅ Check and maintain proper tire pressure
Watch the full WCPO segment here
https://hubs.la/Q04hDWL10

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05/21/2026

🎉 We’re proud to share that for the 15th year, Mike Albert Fleet Solutions has been named a Top Workplace by the Cincinnati Enquirer!

It was an honor to attend last night’s award ceremony. A special thank you to our team representatives Ben Stieritz, Blake Racer, Jessie Shane, Terry Kingsley, Ken McCormick, Shannon Walton, Heather Chambers, Scott Browne, Stephanie Woeste, and Martin Kuhn for representing Mike Albert Fleet Solutions and showing such pride as we celebrated this milestone.

Why does this matter to our clients and partners? Because a strong, engaged team is fundamental to delivering consistent, high-quality fleet solutions, valuable and actionable counsel, and long-term partnerships.

We’re grateful to our employees for building a culture rooted in integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement—and we remain committed to investing in our people as we serve our clients every day.

Learn more about our team here: https://hubs.la/Q04hwSnc0

05/19/2026

This week’s 2026 Spring Sales Summit brings our Business Development and Client Partnership teams together to align on the strategic opportunities ahead.

These conversations strengthen collaboration, deepen trust, and reinforce our commitment to delivering thoughtful, client-centered solutions in a rapidly evolving landscape.

We are excited to see what the rest of 2026 holds for our amazing team!