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July 2010

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Commercial Fleet Buying Intentions Remain Cautious for 2011-MY
By Mike Antich

Corporations continue to be uncertain about the strength of the economic recovery. As a result, companies remain cautious about their fleet ordering volumes. Many are right-sizing vehicles and lengthening replacement cycles.

Features

26 Nominated for 2010 Fleet Hall of Fame Fleet Hall of Fame Trophy

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.

Accident Management Cost Trends in 2009

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.

Accident Management Cost Trends in 2009

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.

Full Maintenance Program Aids Cost Control

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.

GE Client Advisory Board Tackles Industry Charlie Szymanski, manager of global insurance and auto fleet, PPG Industries, outlines a fleet problem-solving opportunity during the GE CAB meeting “Innovation Workout” session.

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.

GREEN FLEET: Verizon Continues to Expand its Green Fleet Pictured is Verizon’s hybrid aerial. The vehicle’s prominent “globe” logo represents the company’s widespread sustainability theme. The fleet’s alternative-fuel vans and pickups will also sport the globe logo.

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.

GREEN FLEET: Mapping a Sustainable Fleet Strategy

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.

GREEN FLEET: Telematics Sensor-Equipped Trucks Help UPS Control Costs

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.

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Strange, but True

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.

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Market Trends

Mike Antich
Uptick in Fuel-Related Problems in Diesel Trucks

By Mike Antich
The EPA mandated the use of ULSD, effective June 1, 2006. Since then, there has been an uptick in reports of fuel-related problems, such as corrosion in storage tanks and dispensing systems, onboard vehicle fuel tank corrosion, clogged filters, and seal and gasket deterioration. What has the industry scratching its "collective head" is the chronological correlation between the uptick in fuel-related problems and the introduction of ULSD. Is there a connection between the two?

Who Will Succeed You as Fleet Manager?

By Mike Antich

Coach’s Blog

Ed Bobit
NAFA’S ‘New Look’ Good, But Needs More to Win!

By Ed Bobit
The expressions related by NAFA members to me and to our editorial and marketing staff have been encouraging with the introduction of new innovations these past few years. Members are reluctant to be quoted or to put their opinions on paper or to e-mail them to anyone, but we keep track.

Mobile High-Tech: Driver Convenience or Corporate Liability?

By Ed Bobit

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Work Truck - November/December 2009

In This Issue:
Here are the Highlights

  • Fleets Deploy Kenworth T370 Hybrid As Green Workhorse
  • Green Initiatives Flourish in Commercial Truck Fleets
  • Uncertainty Affects Truck Accident Management Costs
    And much more…

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