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November 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature

OEMs Showcase 'Greener' Models for 2010

By Grace Lauron

For 2010, automakers offer more hybrid models than ever for fleets to add to their selectors.

Tags: Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, Mercury, Nissan, Toyota

August 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature

Ford Showcases 2010 Fleet Lineup

By Staff

Attendees at Ford’s 2010-MY Fleet Product and Business Conference in June test drove current products and toured the automaker’s Product and Technology Centers.

Tags: 2010MY, Alan Mulally, Ford, Kevin Koswick, Mark Fields

July 2009, Automotive Fleet - Feature

OEMs Offer 2010-MY Commercial Fleet Incentives

By Staff

Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Toyota, Subaru, Nissan, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, and Mazda announce their 2010-MY commercial fleet incentive programs.

Tags: Ford, incentives, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mercury, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota, Volvo

December 2008, Automotive Fleet - Feature

'Eco' Issues Top of Mind at Ford Advisory Board Meeting

The Fleet Advisory Board meeting included comparison drives on Ford’s test track.

By Cindy Brauer

Fleet professionals who form Ford’s Fleet Advisory Board participated in Eco-Driving training and tested the new EcoBoost engine, which, the automaker says, delivers V-8 performance to V-6 engines with better mpg.

Tags: eco-driving, FAB, Ford, Ford Fleet Advisory Board

October 2008, Automotive Fleet - Feature

Fleet Response Hosts Inaugural Safety Summit

Gathered are attendees of the Fleet Response Safety Summit for group photograph.

By Staff

Featuring presentations from industry groups, Ford Motor Co., and accident management and training providers, the two-day event was designed to educate fleet risk and safety professionals on how safety issues shape fleet policy and direction.

Tags: Fleet Response, Ford, safety summit

October 2008, Automotive Fleet - Feature

New OEM Technologies Advance Driver Safety

By Chad Simon

The latest active and passive safety features from manufacturers go beyond seatbelts, airbags, and electronic stability control to such technologies as pre-collision warning systems and dynamic radar cruise control sensors.

Tags: Chrysler LLC , driver safety, Ford, GM, Honda, Toyota

September 2008, Automotive Fleet - Feature

Ford 2009-MY Fleet Preview

By Staff

Ford held its 2009 Model-Year Fleet Preview at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, June 16-18. The preview was attended by more than 800 fleet customers and suppliers, including participants from the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Ford’s export and growth markets.

Tags: 2009-MY, Fleet Preview, Ford

July 2008, Automotive Fleet - Feature

OEMs Offer 2009-MY Commercial Fleet Incentives

By Staff

Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Toyota, Subaru, Nissan, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, and Mazda announce their commercial fleet 2009-MY incentive programs.

Tags: 2009-MY Incentives, Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mercury, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota, Volvo

July 2008, Automotive Fleet - Feature

Quality, Design & Green for New Models

Ford Flex

By Cheryl Knight

For its 2009 models, Ford will unveil more industry-first technologies and advancements than ever before. From an all-new design for the 2009 Ford F-150 to the new Flex and MKS, Ford continues to revolutionize its offerings.

Tags: Drive Smart, Ford, Green, MY-2009, SYNC 2.0

April 2008, Automotive Fleet - Feature

Ford Fleet Previews New Offerings

By Cheryl Knight

Ford Fleet customers benefit from the efficiencies of a single-source contact and find value in exclusive benefits tailored to the needs of managing an automotive fleet.

Tags: alt-fuel vehicles, Crossover Vehicles, Ford, Ford Work Solutions

March 2008, Automotive Fleet - Department

Fleet 500: Who's Who at Factory Fleet Departments

By Staff

Who's who at factory fleet departments, including Audi, Chrysler, Ford, GM, Mazda, Mercedes, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo.

Tags: Audi, Chrysler LLC , Ford, GM, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mitsubishi , Nissan, Organizational Chart, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen, Volvo

March 2008, Automotive Fleet - Feature

Productivity Not a Problem with New Ford Work Solutions

By Grace Lauron

Ford worked with customers and class-leading partners to develop functional solutions for increased productivity and efficient time management.

Tags: Ford, Ford Work Solutions

January 2008, Automotive Fleet - Feature

Ford's Fleet Advisory Board Meeting Showcases Technologies & Product

In the Ford test lab, a variety of vehicle component tests are conducted.

By Lisajoyce Vergara

At the group’s fall meeting, Ford’s Fleet Advisory Board members toured the automaker’s test lab and Dearborn Truck Plant to receive updates on Ford’s product plans and new-vehicle technologies.

Tags: Advisory Board, FAB, Ford

October 2007, Automotive Fleet - Feature

Ford Keeps Drivers Alert and Away from Danger

By Grace Lauron

Ford is taking a proactive approach to safety with technologies to help drivers avoid accidents before they occur.

Tags: ACC, DAC, Ford, safety, Volvo

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