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By Lauren Fletcher

Out-of-the-box thinking and the love of a challenge give one fleet manager the edge to win the NAFA Fleet Management Association’s 2010 Larry Goill Award.

Tags: Award, Del-Air, Goill Award, NAFA, SCT Fleet Solutions

By Cheryl Knight

Sears Automotive has upgraded its fleet servicing abilities over the past year, including additional account managers in the field, hybrid service, and a streamlined point-of-sale authorization process.

Tags: LeasePlan, Sears

By Mike Antich

Hyundai is on a roll with strong retail sales and views commercial fleet sales as an opportunity to further expand its reach into the U.S. market. It recently assembled a new fleet management team to expand its commercial fleet sales.

Tags: 2011 Elantra, Equus, Hyundai

By Lauren Fletcher

Many fleet vehicles are indistinguishable from consumer models; however, several fleets are “kicking it up a notch” with unique looks, designs, and purposes.

Tags: Federated Auto Parts, Gold'n Plump, In-N-Out, NurseCar, Pest Defense, SEMCO Energy, State of Michigan DNR, Unique Vehicle

By Jason Mathers & Karen Healey

Strategies to increase the fuel efficiency of medium-duty trucks include selecting lower-carbon vehicles, spec’ing for efficiency, engaging drivers in reductions, and tracking greenhouse gas emissions.

Tags: EDF, emissions reduction, GHG, medium-duty, PHH Arval

By Staff

General Motors provided more than 600 fleet attendees the opportunity to get a sneak peek and test drive its 2011 fleet product lineup in Detroit.

Tags: Buick Regal, Chevrolet Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle, Chevrolet Cruze, GM

By Staff

More than 400 attendees showed up to the Chrysler 2011-MY fleet preview in Detroit to see the automaker’s new vehicles.

Tags: Chrysler, Compass, Dodge, Durango, Fiat 500, Grand Cherokee, Jeep

By Staff

Approximately 600 fleet professionals had an opportunity to preview and test drive Ford’s 2011 product lineup in Detroit, along with touring the Dearborn Truck Plant at the historic River Rouge complex.

Tags: Fiesta, Fleet Preview, Ford, Police Interceptor, Transit Connect

By Grace Suizo

When considering the addition of hybrid vehicles to fleet, it’s important to make sure the financial aspects of these eco-friendly models meet your specific needs without going over budget.

Tags: fuel economy, Gas-Powered, hybrid, Vincentric

By Staff

CNG and LPG systems for the Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana are fully integrated and will meet EPA and CARB requirements.

Tags: Chevrolet, CNG, Express, GMC, LPG, Savana, Van

By Grace Suizo

Twenty-six fleet industry veterans were nominated for inclusion in this year’s annual Fleet Hall of Fame ceremonies. Eight will be inducted.

Tags: AFLA, Award, fleet hall of fame

By Lauren Fletcher

Many fleets in 2009 chose to forego cosmetic repairs, increase use of aftermarket parts, and focus on proactive accident management to control costs.

Tags: accident management, CCM, CEI, cosmetic damage, Fleet Response, GPS

By Cindy Brauer

Often the target of corporate cost-paring measures in tough economic times, fleet maintenance expense can be managed with a program offering fixed costs and predictable budgets.

Tags: Maintenance Program, Merchants Leasing

By Cindy Brauer

With a review of U.S. economic and commercial fleet market trends, GE Capital Fleet Services client board members applied problem-solving principles to explore solutions for challenges they face.

Tags: Client Advisory Board, GE Capital Fleet Services

By Cheryl Knight

Verizon recently launched a comprehensive sustainability program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and conserve energy. Previous efforts reduced CO2 emissions by more than 793 million lbs.

Tags: bucket truck, Green Fleet, hybrid aerial, Verizon

By Cindy Brauer

Building an environmentally responsible fleet requires research, planning, and matching vehicles and technologies to applications and business needs. Two companies share best practices in developing sustainable fleet programs.

Tags: AT&T , Green Fleet, ServiceMaster

By Shelley Mika

Telematics helps the delivery company determine a truck’s performance and condition, as well as identify ways drivers can make small adjustments that yield major results.

Tags: GEOTAB, GPS, Idling, Telematics, UPS

By Cheryl Knight

As the automotive industry remains an ever-changing force in tough economic times, in-house fleet managers are integral to leading a cost-effective and productive operation. And recognition leads to more innovation.

Tags: Fleet Manager of the Year, NAFA, Wheels Inc.

By Mike Antich

Lengthening vehicle replacement cycles significantly affects such bottom-line important issues as fleet maintenance budgets, fuel economy, resale values, safety and ergonomics issues, company image, and driver morale.

Tags: ARI, Donlen Corp., EMKAY Inc., GE Capital, Merchants Leasing , PHH Arval, replacement cycling, Union Leasing, Wheels Inc.

By Lauren Fletcher

Economic uncertainty, fewer cosmetic repairs, and a decline in rental costs are some factors that influenced 2009 accident management costs.

Tags: accident management, CCM, CEI, Fleet Response, PHH

By Cheryl Knight

Automotive Fleet congratulates the 2010 Professional Fleet Manager of the Year, Michael Sims of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Sims was recognized for his leadership in the industry and cutting-edge processes.

Tags: AFLA, Award, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Fleet Manager of the Year, Michael Sims, Wheels

By Mike Antich

Cumulatively, 78,000 Toyota models in fleet service are affected by the two voluntary safety recalls. Toyota is working to ensure fleet customers are advised of the facts regarding these recalls and remedies it has implemented.

Tags: Recall, Sticking Pedal, Toyota, unintended acceleration

By Greg Corrigan

As financial hard times prompt companies to once again consider reimbursement, the economics of this type of program versus company-provided vehicles may not add up to perceived cost savings.

Tags: company-provided vehicle, FAVR, PHH Arval, reimbursement

By Mike Antich

Applications for mobile communication devices to perform fleet-related tasks will become increasingly prevalent in the near future. These emerging applications will help enhance driver productivity and communication.

Tags: ARI, Donlen Corp., EMKAY Inc., GE Capital Fleet Services, LeasePlan USA, mobile applications, PHH Arval, texting

By Cindy Brauer

Providing solutions for fleet sustainability efforts, the “green” telematics market is expected to expand nine-fold by 2015. Most valuable to fleets is the wireless communication of fuel consumption and emissions data.

Tags: Frost & Sullivan, Green, Telematics

By Ed Bobit & Mike Antich

In a conversation with AF, NAFA President Chris Amos, CAFM, explores the organization’s education, partnership, and legislative efforts, initiatives to enhance Member and Affiliate involvement, and the fleet industry future.

Tags: Association, Chris Amos, Interview, NAFA

By Cindy Brauer

As part of continuing sustainability efforts, the global foods powerhouse is evaluating initial driver response to a pilot test of Ford and Toyota hybrids, the Subaru Forester PZEV, and the diesel-powered VW Jetta in its sales fleet.

Tags: Ford, Kraft, Subaru, Toyota, VW Jetta

By White Paper

With budget constraints encouraging more fleets to be creative with their cost-cutting strategies, fleets in many business sectors are experimenting with extended cycling. Read on to find out the advantages and disadvantages.

Tags: acquisition, ARI, Budget, cycling trends, depreciation, Donlen Corp., Emkay, GE Capital Fleet Services, LeasePlan USA, Merchants Leasing , PHH Arval, replacement cycling, Union Leasing, Wheels, Inc,

By Staff

Three fleet managers have been selected finalists for the 2010 Professional Fleet Manager of the Year award. The winner will be announced April 25 at NAFA’s 2010 Institute & Expo in Detroit.

Tags: Award, NAFA, Professional Fleet Manager of the Year

By NAFA Fleet Management Association

Effective fuel management is an integral part of a fleet operation. A NAFA Fleet Management Association guide explores the tools available for commercial fleets to manage the second-highest fleet expense.

Tags: NAFA Fleet Management Association

By Richard D. Alaniz

Several questions must be asked and answered prior to adopting a corporate policy of charging deductibles for preventable accidents.

Tags: accident, accident management, Deductible, Preventable Accident

By Mike Antich

Originally a regional lessor, Merchants Leasing has expanded nationwide, primarily servicing fleets with 50-500 vehicles. Its core strategy is to provide customized products and services to meet specific client needs.

Tags: fleet management, GSA Fleet Management, Leasing, Merchants Leasing

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

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

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

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