Mace Hartley Executive Director
Executive Director’ s Report
Mace Hartley Executive Director
Welcome to the June 2026 edition of FleetDrive, AfMA’ s bi-monthly e-magazine where we share the latest developments across the fleet and automotive industries.
In this edition, we’ re looking at EVs in Action and how they’ re being tested, deployed, managed, and scaled across the Asia Pacific Region. From charging infrastructure and energy management to maintenance, compliance, driver adoption, and operational planning, this issue focuses on how fleets are incorporating EVs into their day-to-day operations.
We ' ll be exploring the many moving parts behind a successful EV transition including the hidden administrative friction that can come with managing mixed fleets and looking at how effective charging starts with where vehicles are already parked. We’ ll also review the lessons from bringing specific EVs into a roadside patrol fleet and how organisational alignment may now be one of the biggest barriers to electrification. We also look ahead to how AI could support fleet teams and explore the growing role of the AI coworker in reducing admin and speeding up decisions.
We ' re also taking a wider view of the EV landscape, from Australia’ s current market conditions and the promise of bi-directional charging to the growing importance of EV production and manufacturers across Southeast Asia. We also celebrate Women in Fleet Management with our profile of Kendall Tait, and our thank you to the 2026 mentors.
As an organisation, AfMA continues to offer personal and professional development opportunities for members and non-members alike. We believe that regardless of your role in your organisation and whichever industry you may be in, you can benefit from online and in-person events, programs and other offerings.
AfMA’ s Professional Development Forums( PDF) continue in 2026. Breakfast and lunches will be held across the country to share knowledge on issues impacting the fleet and automotive industries. These PDFs are the foundation stones of your continuing education and career advancement.
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