BEND, OR – AP Fleet Management is shifting into high gear when it comes to providing flexible, efficient fleet solutions designed to meet the unique needs of college and university campuses nationwide. Fresh off attending the 2025 NACDA Convention in Orlando, where the team engaged directly with athletic directors and campus leaders, AP Fleet Management is doubling down on its commitment to simplifying fleet management for higher education and athletics.
“Most colleges don’t want to be in the business of managing vehicles. Their mission is education, not fleet logistics,” said Mike Snyder, VP of Business Development at AP Fleet Management. “We understand that fleet management often falls to someone whose primary job is something else, which leads to outdated vehicles, underutilized vehicles, and logistical headaches. And that’s where AP Fleet Management comes in.”
Whether it’s transporting athletes, supporting campus operations, or maintaining facilities and grounds, AP Fleet Management delivers comprehensive, tailored solutions for every department. With deep industry expertise and a customer-first approach, AP Fleet Management helps colleges navigate common fleet challenges such as outdated and inefficient vehicles, fleets that are either underutilized or constantly short on vehicles, rising daily rental and charter transportation costs, and safety risks tied to aging vehicles.
“Our team works alongside colleges to evaluate their current fleet, understand scheduling needs, and recommend the right mix of ownership, leasing, or rental solutions,” added Matt Nevious, Regional Sales Manager for AP Fleet Management. “For many, it’s a blended approach that maximizes flexibility and minimizes costs.”
From 15-passenger vans for athletics to trucks for grounds crews and more for campus transportation and other needs, AP Fleet Management offers an array of vehicle options through flexible leasing programs, all-inclusive rental solutions, and ownership options. Leasing programs, including TRAC and FMV leases, align with college budget cycles and allow for regular vehicle upgrades, ensuring campuses always operate safe, modern fleets. All-inclusive rental programs keep vehicles on campus 24/7 with maintenance, registration, and support bundled into one predictable monthly cost. For schools exploring long-term savings, AP Fleet Management also offers financing options for outright vehicle ownership, including buses for athletics and shuttle services.
In addition to acquisition solutions, AP Fleet Management provides a national network of service providers with optional full maintenance or administered maintenance programs, taking the burden of fleet upkeep off campus staff. Their experienced remarketing team handles vehicle disposal and replacement, ensuring maximum value and a seamless transition to newer models.
Many colleges, especially athletic departments, are also exploring ways to reduce reliance on expensive charter buses by acquiring their own fleet, a solution AP Fleet Management helps evaluate through detailed total cost of ownership comparisons. “Safety, efficiency, and budgeting flexibility are top priorities for campuses,” said Mike Snyder, “Our job is to manage the fleet so colleges can stay focused on what matters most: supporting their students and faculty.”
To learn how AP Fleet Management can help your college or university optimize transportation, contact the team for a personalized consultation.
About AP Fleet Management:
AP Fleet Management offers rental, leasing, and financing solutions for a wide variety of products. AP Fleet Management is part of AP Equipment Financing, a company that has provided financing, rental and leasing solutions for essential industries since 1998. AP is backed by Tokyo Century Corporation, renowned for its expertise in fleet management, overseeing a global fleet of over 750,000 vehicles.