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Safety•by Mike Antich•November 10, 2014

Wheels Positions Itself for Future Growth

In a wide-ranging interview, Dan Frank, newly appointed president of Wheels Inc., and CEO Jim Frank, discuss their strategic vision for the company and how they see the fleet industry changing in the next five years.

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Vehicle Research•by Sean Lyden•November 10, 2014

Avoid the 'If-it-Fits-it-Ships' Trap

Overloading can have serious consequences for truck fleets ranging from accidents to increased maintenance costs to DOT citations. Make sure fleet trucks are properly spec’d and that drivers avoid “pack-ratting” tools and other supplies.

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Global Fleet•by Amy Hercher•November 6, 2014

Propane Autogas Gains Momentum

As an attendee at this year's World LP Gas Forum, Business Fleet got to experience the newest developments in technology for the global propane industry firsthand, including propane autogas engines for fleet vehicles.

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Operations•by Chris Wolski•November 4, 2014

GM Seeks to Revitalize Mid-Size Pickup Market

After largely disappearing for several years, GM hopes to connect fleets with its mid-size truck offerings. The Colorado Work Truck trim is specifically designed with fleets in mind.

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Safety•by Chris Wolski•November 4, 2014

How to Use Your Headlights This Winter

With days growing shorter, rainier, and snowier, fleet drivers need to rely more on their headlights to see the road and be seen.

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Vehicle Research•by Mike Antich•November 3, 2014

Top Fleet Trends for Class 5-6 Trucks

The Class 5-6 truck market is very similar to the Class 3-4 market and shares many of the same trends. Among the key trends driving this market are fuel spend, downsizing, the growing receptivity to telematics devices, and funding.

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Vehicle Research•Cover Story•by Mike Antich•October 31, 2014

The State of the Market for Class 3-4 Trucks, Vans

The forecast is for Class 3-4 truck sales in CY-2015 to remain strong. Many fleets are increasing order volumes, moving away from past slow replacement schedules. The debut of 2015 products promises to further stimulate growth.

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Vehicle Research•by Lauren Fletcher•October 31, 2014

Innovation Spotlight: Reversing the Food Truck Concept

One business took innovation to a new level with a fresh take on an old favorite. Utilizing a 1983 Chevrolet Step Van had its challenges, but the end result was worth the effort.

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Fuel•by Amy Hercher•October 30, 2014

Anti-Idling Program Slashes Fleet’s Fuel Costs

Implementing a company-wide anti-idling program, this uniform service has decreased its idling time from 70 minutes to 7 minutes per driver per day, resulting in serious fuel savings.

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Green Fleet•by Joanne Tucker•October 30, 2014

2014 Sustainability All-Stars Announced

The Sustainability All Stars of 2014 add to a growing list of fleet professionals who have demonstrated significant contributions to environmental sustainability and fleet efficiencies.

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