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Vehicle Research•by Chris Wolski•June 3, 2015

Locating and Delivering the Right Truck Virtually

For small business fleet owners, finding the right work truck can be a challenge. An innovative online solution is helping fleets find these vehicles at the touch of a virtual button.

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Global Fleet•by Amy Hercher•June 3, 2015

Dealership Program Helps Service Fleet Run Smoother

Using GM’s Business Elite program, this pool service not only gets a fleet consultant, but also pickup and drop-offs for new vehicle deliveries and regular maintenance.

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Safety•by Staff•June 2, 2015

Grappling With Glare

Whether driving during a sunny day or a traffic-filled night filled with bright headlight, drivers can take a number of steps to both prevent glare from happening and manage glare on the road.

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Operations•by Mike Antich•June 2, 2015

ARI To Create a One-Business Mind-Set with Parent Holman

ARI recently initiated a global strategic plan that focuses on greater technology-based services, expansion of its fleet business into additional European nations, and deeper penetration into the commercial truck market.

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Operations•by Chris Wolski•May 28, 2015

Time Capsule: Circa 1950s Tel-E-lect International Truck

Digger derricks are used today for numerous tasks related to utility line construction. This circa 1950s Tel-E-lect International Truck is an early example of these versatile fleet tools.

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Operations•by Mike Antich•May 26, 2015

Top 10 Trends in Chassis-Mounted Auxiliary Equipment

Key trends in auxiliary equipment specifications focus on driver productivity and idle reduction using telematics, safety enhancements with crash avoidance sensors, and maximizing space using multi-function equipment.

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Upfitting•by Mike Antich•May 26, 2015

Top 10 Trends in Truck, Van Upfitting

Among the top trends influencing commercial fleets are an increased focus on designing upfit equipment to enhance safety and driver productivity, greater use of lightweight materials, and standardization of upfit specifications.

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Operations•by Richard Alaniz•May 22, 2015

Impact of the Rise of Legalized Marijuana

With state laws changing and evolving each year, fleet managers need to stay on top of legislation and fleet policies, and proceed cautiously as they navigate this new landscape.

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Operations•by Chris Wolski•May 20, 2015

Equalizing Executive Fleet Management

Successfully managing an executive fleet program relies on making company leadership accountable and consistently enforcing fleet policy. Company culture is also a key success factor.

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Safety•by Adam Pringle•May 18, 2015

Staying Out of a Big Rig's Blind Spot

Drivers can share the road with large trucks more safely by maintaining appropriate speed, passing trucks safely but quickly, being visually aware of the environment, and keeping an appropriate distance.

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