The Fleet Success Show

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 ho...

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 pivota...

“By the time we figured it out, we had to replace 110 engines—10% of the fleet. All because of bad fuel.” – Dave Persad

Episode Summary

What 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 eve...

"The strength of any relationship is the speed of repair. In fleet leadership, trust isn’t optional—it’s the operating system."

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In 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 us...

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 d...

"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 recen...

“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

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In 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 f...

"Burn the data. Start fresh. The past you is holding your fleet hostage."

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In 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 expl...

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 ...

“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 ex...

"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...

"You may outsource your M&R, but you can't outsource your fleet management. That has to be internal." – Marc Canton

The 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 episod...

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. ...

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 w...

“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 Summary

In 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 ...

"Fleet managers make the world go round, so why doesn’t the world recognize that?"

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In 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 lead...

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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 c...

“Closed mouths don’t get fed. If you don’t speak up about what your fleet really needs, no one’s going to help you.”

In this laugh-out-loud, wisdom-packed episode of The Fleet Success Show, hosts Josh Turley and Marc Canton sit down with Harold Siguenza, the Assistant Director of Public Works for the City of Avondale, Arizona. Buckle up—because Harold’s story isn’t your typical “fell into fleet” tale. It’s a full-throttle leap from ...

“There are two biggest buckets of cost in any fleet: your people and your assets. If you're not managing both with strategy, you're leaking efficiency.”

In this consulting-centric episode, Marc Canton and Steve Saltzgiver give listeners an inside look at the real issues fleet organizations are asking RTA for help with — and the critical ones they aren’t asking about but should be.

From right-sizing analyses and facility planning to V...