As Florida policymakers consider ways to save taxpayer dollars and keep operating costs low in these turbulent economic times, one potential area for consideration is procurement of the state’s vehicle fleet, and how the state chooses which new vehicles to purchase for that fleet. By applying what is known as a total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis in making those fleet vehicle choices, Florida could better factor in all of the lifetime costs of operating various vehicles, and make smarter purchasing decisions accordingly. To help illustrate the economic benefits of such an approach, this analysis examines the existing state fleet, and projects potential savings from applying a TCO analysis to new fleet vehicle purchases.