100 Best Fleet and Individual Achievement Winners Prove Fleet Industry Excellence

The 100 Best Fleets in the Americas continues to be a robust competition, and in 2026, proved that the industry’s top public and commercial organizations outperformed previous years. The awards, announced during NAFA’s Institute & Expo last month in Cleveland, showcased the leaders and teams representing the best of the best.

Each top fleet and individual award recipients were recognized, highlighting the breadth of innovation, efficiency, and leadership demonstrated across the America’s top fleet operations. These rankings reflect the dedication of fleet professionals who continue to raise the bar in operational excellence, sustainability, and customer service.

Public 100 Best Fleets

The City of Salem, Oregon’s fleet supervisor Gabe Grooms accepted the award as the #1 Public Fleet in the 100 Best Fleets competition. The rest of the rankings include:

1. City of Salem, OR

2. Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (FL)

3. Dakota County Fleet Management (MN)

4. City of Round Rock, TX

5. Sarasota County Government Fleet Services (FL)

6. City of Naperville, IL

7. City of Knoxville, TN

8. City of Long Beach, CA

9. City of Carlsbad, CA

10. Monroe County, FL Board of County Commissioners

11. City of Boynton Beach, FL

12. City of Olathe, KS

13. City of Fort Worth, TX

14. Cobb County Fleet Management (GA)

15. Salt River Project (AZ)

16. City of Lynchburg, VA Fleet Services

17. Palm Beach County Fleet Management (FL)

18. District of Columbia Government Fleet Management Administration

19. City of Toronto (Canada)

20. City of Durham, NC

21. WSSC Water – Laurel, MD

22. Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office (FL)

23. City of Tallahassee, FL

24. City of Grand Prairie, TX

25. Hillsborough County Fleet Management (FL)

26. City of Fairfield, CA Fleet Management

27. City of Lakeland, FL Fleet Management

28. University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

29. City of Buckeye, AZ

30. City of Chesapeake, VA

31. City of Fayetteville, AR

32. Harford County Government (MD)

33. City of Reno, NV Fleet Management

34. County of Sacramento, CA

35. Leon County, FL Sheriff’s Office Fleet Management

36. Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority (MI)

37. El Paso County, CO

38. Pasco County Board of County Commissioners (FL)

39. City of Bellevue, WA Fleet and Communications

40. The University of Alabama

41. Miami-Dade County, Fleet Management Division (FL)

42. King County, WA Fleet Services

43. City of College Station, TX – Public Works, Fleet Services

44. County of Ventura, CA GSA Fleet Services

45. Denver International Airport

46. The University of Texas at Austin

47. Professional Contract Services Inc (PCSI)

48. City of Boca Raton, FL

49. City of Oceanside, CA

50. CPS Energy

51. City of Greenville, SC

52. City of Fort Lauderdale, FL

53. Town of Queen Creek, AZ

54. Salt Lake County Fleet Management (UT)

55. Harris County, TX Universal Services – Fleet Services

56. City of Anaheim, CA

57. Public Works Commission of Fayetteville, NC

58. State of Delaware, Fleet Services

59. City of Roanoke, VA

60. Thurston County Fleet Services (WA)

61. Prince George’s County Government – Fleet Division (MD)

62. University of Virginia Facilities Management

63. City of Miami, FL General Services Administration

64. City of Chandler, AZ

65. El Paso Water

66. Wake County Fleet Operations (NC)

67. City of Seattle, WA

68. City of Roseville, CA

69. City of Miami Beach, FL

70. Town of Flower Mound, TX Fleet Services

71. Broward County Fleet Services (FL)

72. City of Dublin, OH

73. City of Las Vegas, NV

74. City of Atlanta, GA

75. City of Henderson, NV

76. Canaveral Port Authority (FL)

77. 99 LRS Vehicle Management Flight (Nellis AFB)

78. City of Richmond, BC

79. City of San Diego, CA Fleet Operations

80. City of Chattanooga, TN

81. City of Little Rock, AR Fleet Services

82. Denver Water

83. City of Tampa, FL – Department of Logistics & Asset Management, Fleet Maintenance Division

84. Indianapolis, IN Fleet Services

85. North Texas Municipal Water District

86. City of Victoria, BC Canada

87. San Bernardino County Fleet Management Department (CA)

88. Baltimore City, Department of General Services, Fleet Management Division (MD)

89. City of Pueblo, CO

90. DeKalb County, Fleet Management (GA)

91. City of Gainesville, FL Fleet Management

92. Hennepin County Fleet Services (MN)

93. County of Volusia, FL Fleet Management

94. JEA

95. Regional Municipality of Waterloo (Canada)

96. Chesterfield County Fleet Services (VA)

97. Colorado Springs Utilities

98. El Paso Fire Department

99. City of Fayetteville, NC

100. City of New Orleans, LA Equipment and Maintenance Division

An impressive 64 Public Fleets achieved Honorable Mention recognition.

Commercial 100 Best Fleets

Florida Power and Light’s Robert S. Baker, director of fleet services, accepted the award for the #1 Commercial fleet in the Americas. The full 2026 ranking includes:

1. Florida Power and Light

2. Spire Energy

3. Professional Ambulance and Oxygen Service Inc.

4. HEI Civil

5. Portland General Electric

6. ITG Brands

7. Charge, Inc.

8. Essential Utilities

9. Heath Consultants

10. Adama Brasil S.A.

11. EA Sween

12. The Williams Companies, Inc.

13. Volkert, Inc.

14. Atwell LLC

15. City Furniture

16. Diebold Nixdorf

17. Premier Truck Rental

18. American Textile Maintenance Co.

19. Blossman Gas Inc

20. Blattner Company

21. Green Motion International

22. Cocamar Cooperativa Agroindustrial

23. EG America

24. Summit Fleet Management, LLC

25. Alsco Uniforms

26. CompuCom Systems

27. Superior Linen Service

28. Stanley Consultants

29. United Cleanup Oak Ridge, LLC

30. Rebel Oil Company, Incorporated dba ROC

31. Metronet

32. Hugg & Hall Equipment

33. SRS Distribution

34. Rancho Tree Service

Honoring Legacy: The Tom Johnson Award for Fleet Dedication

In its second year, the Tom Johnson Award honors the founder of the 100 Best Fleets program and recognizes fleet professionals whose

lifetime contributions have significantly advanced their own operations and the fleet industry. Sponsored by RoadFlex, the award embodies Johnson’s legacy of excellence, innovation, and service.

From a competitive field of respected nominees, the judging panel selected Robert Martinez, deputy commissioner, New York City Police Department (retired). His career exemplifies the spirit of this award marked by continuous leadership, selfless dedication, and a profound impact on fleet operations and professional development across the industry.

Spotlights on Individual Excellence

Technician of the Year (sponsored by Nexpart). In 2026, 54 exceptional fleet technicians, representing both public and commercial sectors, were nominated for the prestigious Technician of the Year award. Notably, over half of this year’s nominees were again peer-selected, a powerful endorsement from those who work alongside them every day. This recognition reflects the deep respect these technicians have earned within their agencies and underscores the vital role they play in operational success.

The nominees brought a wide range of specialized expertise to the table, including EVT certification, aerial and utility truck maintenance, heavy equipment, automotive, small engine repair, heavy-duty truck, welding, and custom fabrication. The judges named Jerry Dake from the City of Buckeye, Arizona, the 2026 Fleet Technician of the Year.

Fleet Professional of the Year. The 100 Best Fleets program proudly honored the leadership and dedication of those guiding fleet operations behind the scenes. For the 2026 Fleet Professional of the Year Award, 64 outstanding individuals from public and commercial fleets across North America were nominated. This year’s nominees represented a broad cross-

section of fleet leadership roles, including fleet managers and directors, maintenance managers, supervisors, materials and supply chain professionals, fleet analysts, and fiscal and accounting staff. Each nominee brought unique skills, strategic insight, and operational impact to their organizations.

Timothy Coxwell, CAFM, CF, CEM, of the Leon County Sheriff’s Office was named the 2026 Fleet Professional of the Year.

The individuals and organizations honored in 2026 represent the pinnacle of performance in the fleet industry. They embody the highest standards of spirit, dedication, and perseverance and stand as examples of what’s possible through innovation, teamwork, and operational excellence.

The contests and program could not be possible without outstanding sponsors who support and assist these fleets to be the best they can be. Thank you to all the 2026 100 Best Fleets sponsors.

As the curtains closed on this year’s awards, one message rang clear: The future of fleet is bright, driven by the passion, innovation, and unwavering dedication of fleet professionals across North America and beyond.