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Leasingby Andy LundinFebruary 27, 2019

Merchants Fleet Details Rebranding Announcement

Merchants Fleet CEO Brendan P. Keegan and Senior VP of Sales Tom Coffey discussed the significance of the rebranding summit, and what it means for clients, employees, and the entire company.

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Operationsby Lauren FletcherFebruary 27, 2019

Women in Fleet: Pulse's Lori Olson

With an aim to help keep drivers safer on the road, Olson’s drive for success and jump-right-in attitude is making her a name to know in fleet.

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Safetyby Bob CavalliFebruary 27, 2019

Industry Pioneer Recalls Accident Management Origins

Accident management is one of the key services fleets use to help control costs. It wasn’t always the case; one of the pioneers of this service, Bob Martines, explains its origins, where it is today, and where it’s headed.

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Maintenanceby Mike AntichFebruary 26, 2019

Replacement Tire Costs Increased 8% in 2018

Upward cost pressures on replacement tires have emerged in 2018, due to higher cost for the commodities used to manufacture tires and the trend to larger diameter 17- to 18-inch wheels, which are more expensive to replace.

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Maintenanceby Mike AntichFebruary 26, 2019

Synthetic Oils, Higher Labor Rates Increase Preventive Maintenance Costs

On average, PM costs have increased due to higher labor rates, expansion of models requiring synthetic motor oil, and more expensive cartridge oil filters. One offset is that longer lasting synthetics have extended oil-drain intervals.

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MaintenanceCover Storyby Mike AntichFebruary 26, 2019

Maintenance Spend Increased 3-5% in 2018

Average repair spend per unit increased 3-5% in calendar-year 2018, primarily due to higher labor rates and part prices. Also, PM costs were up due to the shift to more expensive synthetic oil and higher replacement tire prices.

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Vehicle Researchby Mike AntichFebruary 20, 2019

New 2019 Ram HD Increases Torque, Towing & Payload

FCA introduced a muscular Ram HD that can generate 1,000 lb.-ft. of torque from the all-new 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel. In addition, the Ram HD has a maximum payload of 7,680 pounds and towing capability of 35,100 pounds.

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Sparkler-style “50” with Automotive Fleet logo, representing the publication’s 50th anniversary milestone in the fleet industry.
Operationsby StaffFebruary 18, 2019

How Automotive Fleet Shaped Careers Across the Industry

Fleet leaders reflect on Automotive Fleet’s 50-year impact, sharing stories of how the publication shaped careers and the industry.

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Vehicle Researchby Paul ClintonFebruary 15, 2019

Truck Squall Blows Into Chicago

New work trucks from Ram, Ford, and Chevrolet land at the nation's largest, and oldest, auto show.

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Global Fleetby Lauren FletcherFebruary 13, 2019

Benefits of OEM Parts & Service Programs

Utilizing an OEM parts & service program can help keep work trucks on the road with parts meant to work for the tough jobs todays fleets accomplish.

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