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Operations•by Grace L. Suizo•July 16, 2010

Short-Term Leasing Leaves a Lasting Impression

Short-term leasing is one option for fleets that need more flexibility and services than are provided by a rental company.

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Operations•by Cindy Brauer•July 16, 2010

Developing Fleet Cell Phone & Texting Policies

Policies limiting company driver cell phone use and banning texting must be clearly defined and include specific consequences.

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Operations•by Cheryl Knight•July 15, 2010

New Global Initiatives Help Pfizer Inc. Save More Than $30M

During the past two years, several Pfizer initiatives have led to significantly reduced total cost of ownership; improved colleague safety and productivity; and significantly lower environmental emissions.

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Vehicle Research•by Sean Lyden•July 7, 2010

Is Carbon Fiber the Future of Truck Bodies?

While cost remains an obstacle to widespread acceptance of carbon-body trucks, this lightweight, durable, and strong material can facilitate fleet vehicle downsizing, promote fuel-efficient engines, and help extend lifecycles.

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Vehicle Research•by Mike Antich•July 7, 2010

Daimler Vans USA Launches 4th Sprinter Model

Daimler Vans USA has expanded its parts distribution network to expedite parts delivery, implemented a dealer training program for Sprinter technicians, and adopted a new ordering system for faster order-to-delivery.

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•by Sean Lyden•July 7, 2010

What Fleet Managers Should Know About Idle Limiters

Automatically controlling idling with engine idle limiters can help produce fuel economy savings, lower maintenance costs, and diminish a fleet’s carbon footprint.

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Green Fleet•by Sean Lyden•July 7, 2010

What Fleet Managers Should Know About Idle Limiters

Automatically controlling idling with engine idle limiters can help produce fuel economy savings, lower maintenance costs, and diminish a fleet’s carbon footprint.

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Safety•by Thomas Bray•July 7, 2010

How to Predict & Address At-Risk Driver Behaviors

If not corrected, certain driving behaviors greatly increase the odds the driver will be involved in a crash. Find out how to avoid on-the-job driving accidents.

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Green Fleet•by Staff•June 30, 2010

Bright Ideas: Going Green

Successful green efforts include switching to alternative fuel vehicles, reducing petroleum consumption, running on re-refined oil, and implementing policies on idling, purchasing, right-sizing, and downsizing.

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Green Fleet•by Cindy Brauer•June 30, 2010

Green Fleet Conference Heads to San Diego

Scheduled Oct. 18-19, the 2010 conference offers focused resources to build cost-effective, sustainable fleets. The event features education sessions, a first-time ride & drive, exhibits, and networking components.

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