March 2010, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Mike Antich
In a wide-ranging interview, Chrysler’s Pete Grady addresses questions about the company’s future product plans, its relationship with Fiat, its ability to operate without government assistance, and fleet market strategy.
Tags: Chrysler, Chrysler Group LLC, Fleet Market
March 2010, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Grace Lauron
Six men and five women have been selected by their industry peers to compete for Automotive Fleet’s 26th annual award. The nominees will be narrowed down to three, and the winner announced at the annual NAFA Institute & Expo in Detroit.
Tags: Award, NAFA, Professional Fleet Manager of the Year
March 2010, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Cindy Brauer & Grace Lauron
A front-line participant for four decades, Helene Kamon, VP of sales for AmeriFleet, shares observations of past and future changes in the fleet industry, as well as women’s experiences in the field.
Tags: Fleet Manager, Women
March 2010, Automotive Fleet - Cover Story
By Mike Antich
Maintenance costs increased in 2009 due to higher cost of replacement tires, PM oil changes, and labor rates. However, the biggest factor was widespread deferment of vehicle replacement, resulting in the operation of older units.
Tags: GE Capital Fleet Services, maintenance
February 2010, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Saving money and boosting fleet productivity are just a few results fleets can expect by implementing telematics products available today.
Tags: EJ Ward, GEOTAB, GPS Insight, Telematics
February 2010, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Mike Antich
More than 400 commercial fleet managers throughout the U.S. and Canada responded to NAFA’s 2009 Economic Survey. Results show that despite the economic downturn, fleets are making the best out of the worst situations.
Tags: Acquisition, Economic, NAFA, survey
February 2010, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Cindy Brauer
Once a tedious manual process involving faxes, telephone calls, and e-mails, moving Siemens fleet vehicles around the country to new assignments is now almost entirely automated, thanks to a Web-based management system.
Tags: Auto Driveaway, Chevrolet Malibu, Dodge Grand Caravan, Ford Fusion, Siemens, Vehicle Relocation
February 2010, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Richard D. Alaniz
Efforts to increase productivity can make a company more vulnerable to potential lawsuits. By identifying areas of potential liability and addressing those risks, employers can maximize employee productivity while minimizing exposure.
Tags: Lawsuit, Productivity
February 2010, Automotive Fleet - Department
By Lauren Fletcher
These “Strange but True” stories were sent to Automotive Fleet by fleet managers, drivers, and fleet management companies. Have a strange but true story? Something so incredible it couldn’t have been made up? Share your stories with Automotive Fleet.
Tags: GPS, strange but true
February 2010, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Chad Simon
In greening its fleet, Staples goes to great lengths to pair an electric propulsion system with a diesel engine and urges other fleets to demand more from OEMs to more closely meet their needs.
Tags: diesel-electric, Isuzu, Staples
January 2010, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
"Economics and Technology: Back to the Basics" was the theme of the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association's (AFLA) fall conference that took place Sept. 30-October 2, 1999, in San Antonio.
Tags: AFLA
January 2010, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Themed "Launching the '90s." the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association held its annual meeting at the J.W. Marriott Hotel in Houston, April 19-22, attracting 240 attendees.
January 2010, Automotive Fleet - WebXclusive
By Automotive Fleet Staff
Top viewed stories included "Top 6 Fleet Trends in the Medium-Duty Truck Market," "How to Develop a Fleet Safety Award Program," and "Reducing Risk with Driver Assessment Programs."
Tags: driver safety, fuel, GPS, Green, texting ban
January 2010, Automotive Fleet - Cover Story
By Mike Antich
Global Fleet Services is an international alliance of fleet management companies representing global regional markets. The alliance met in Spain to discuss fleet trends in Africa, Asia, Australia, and Latin America.
Tags: GFS, Global Fleet, Global Fleet Services, Global Market
January 2010, Automotive Fleet - Cover Story
By Mike Antich
There continues to be economic uncertainty among fleets manifested by extended cycling, right-sizing initiatives, and intense pressure to control costs. The consensus is the worst is behind us, but 2010 will be a tough road.
Tags: Commercial Fleet Industry, Cost Containment, Extended Cycling, fleet management
January 2010, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Mike Scott
Since its development and implementation in 2003, Ecolab’s comprehensive driver safety program has also reduced total employee driver-involved crashes by 13 percent, even as the company’s fleet has grown in size.
Tags: Accident Management, Ecolab, Preventable Accidents
January 2010, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
In a tough economy, cash is king, and one way a company can create cash is by selling a fleet and leasing it back. The timing of such an arrangement must be carefully considered.
Tags: Leaseback, Sale
December 2009, Automotive Fleet - Cover Story
By Cheryl Knight
Known as the most dependable, longest-lasting full-size pickup on the road, the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 earns Automotive Fleet magazine’s top spot for the third year in a row.
Tags: Award, Chevrolet, GM, Silverado 1500, Truck of the Year
December 2009, Automotive Fleet - Cover Story
By Cheryl Knight
Chevrolet wins Fleet Car of the Year five years running, with the Malibu capturing the honor for the second straight year. Fleets commend the 2010 Malibu for distinctive styling, outstanding fuel efficiency, and exemplary quality.
Tags: Award, Chevrolet, Fleet Car of the Year, Malibu
December 2009, Automotive Fleet - Department
By Lauren Fletcher
Need a Laugh? These “Strange, but True” stories were sent to Automotive Fleet by fleet managers, drivers, and fleet management companies. Have a strange, but true story? Something so incredible it couldn’t have been made up? Share your stories with Automotive Fleet. E-mail: Lauren.Fletcher@bobit.com.
Tags: Border Crossing, INS, Leased Vehicles, strange but true
December 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Cindy Brauer
The San Francisco-based global healthcare services and technology company is committed to environmental sustainability. Its green fleet programs are also expected to save McKesson $300,000 in FY2010.
Tags: fuel, GHG, Green, McKesson
December 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Cindy Brauer
Bobit Business Media's recent Green Fleet Conference featured more than 50 speakers and panelists exploring solutions and resources to help more than 350 fleet professionals continue environmental efforts in budget-challenged times.
Tags: budgets, economy, Environmental Leadership Awards, Green, Green Fleet Conference
December 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Grace Lauron
The Environmental Leadership Awards recognized fleet leaders who have led successful “green” efforts. Representatives from 21 commercial fleets were recognized.
Tags: Award, Corporate Fleets, ELA, Environmental Leadership Awards
December 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Lauren Fletcher
The Environmental Leadership Awards recognize individuals whose commitment and vision yielded significant eco-responsible initiatives.
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
The Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association (AFLA) kicked off its convention with Alex Taylor III of Fortune magazine's Board of Editors who discussed "What's Right About Detroit-Where Does it Need Help?" Taylor said the U.S. auto industry's strengths were small cars, light trucks, continuous improvement, and ethics.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
AFLA's 24th Annual Meeting and Conference, held at the Hilton International Hotel, was attended by 225 fleet industry representatives.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Atlanta was the host city for the 1991 gathering of the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association (AFLA) Spring Meeting & Conference.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
The Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association's 13th Annual meeting was marked by a record turnout in Toronto, May 8-10.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Department
By Staff
The Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association (AFLA) held its annual meeting and conference at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Huntington Beach, Calif., on Sept. 8-11.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Themed "Launching the '90s." the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association held its annual meeting at the J.W. Marriott Hotel in Houston, April 19-22, attracting 240 attendees.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
The Automotive Fleet & Leasing Associations 20th Annual Meeting & Conference was held at the St. Francis Hotel in San Francisco, and attracted 362 attendees for the three-day meeting.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Industry Professionals Gather at NAFA & AFLA Conferences
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
NAFA & AFLA Meetings Bring Players Together
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
NAFA/AFLA Meetings Focus on Quality/Management Trends
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Automotive Fleet Honors 1991's Top Fleet Dealers at AFLA Convention
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Record numbers flocked to Southern California for the 17th annual conference of the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association, held at the Sheraton Grande in downtown Los Angeles, March 16 through 18.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Uncertainty over the economy and a record turnout marked the annual Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association (AFLA) meeting during early March in New Orleans. Over 260 persons attended as concern over skyrocketing interest rates dominated discussions both outside and during formal sessions.
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
The continuing search for innovative ways to provide new levels of service to fleet administrators sparked the 9th Annual Meeting of the Automobile Fleet & Leasing Association.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Some 250 industry leaders who turned out for the 8th Annual Meeting of the Automotive Fleet and Leasing Association spent three days of intensive brainstorming in a continuing quest to improve the products and services they provide fleet administrators.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
The Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association (AFLA) met in Montreal April 11-13 to present a balanced agenda to help its members "Come Alive in '75." As it turned out, the members were not disappointed as 120 ended up attending the three-day session that included interesting speakers as well as subject matter.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
"The worst appears behind us," commented one AFLA member as the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association (AFLA) met at the Waldorf-Astoria in New York City. "Things are improving, but still could be better."
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Addressing the largest group ever at an Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association meeting, President Ron Trapani (ABC Buying Corporation) welcomed more than 170 members to AFLA's Fifth Annual Meeting at the Sheraton-Cadillac Hotel in Detroit.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
The Automotive Fleet and Leasing Association used the phrase, "Tell It Like It Is" as the theme for its fourth annual meeting, and more than 30 speakers did just that. The meeting was held April 14-16 at the San Francisco Hilton.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Two business-packed days of meetings and seminars in early April proved to both members and observers from related industries that the young Automobile Fleet & Leasing Association had finally arrived and is satisfying a long-felt need in the fleet and leasing field.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Under the theme "Working Successfully as Business Partners," the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association (AFLA) had a successful turnout to its annual conference, Sept. 13-15, in Rancho Mirage, Calif.
Tags: AFLA
November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
The audience was a luncheon meeting of the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association. The association is perhaps the best, and certainly the most recent, example of what blessing advocates as a "new idea" in the car fleet industry.
Tags: AFLA