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Vehicle Research•Cover Story•by Mike Antich•March 3, 2010

Hino Well-Positioned to Expand Commercial Market Share

Hino expanded vocational applications for its lineup of medium-duty Class 4-7 trucks. In addition, it will introduce Class 4 & Class 5 hybrid cab-over models in MY-2012. Hino increased its Class 6 market share to 15 percent, up from 5 percent in 2005.

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Operations•by Cindy Brauer & Grace Lauron•March 3, 2010

Looking at Fleet with a 40-Year Perspective

A front-line participant for four decades, Helene Kamon, VP of sales for AmeriFleet, shares observations of past and future changes in the fleet industry, as well as women’s experiences in the field.

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Maintenance•Cover Story•by Mike Antich•March 2, 2010

Maintenance Costs Up Due to Frequency of Repair Increases

Maintenance costs increased in 2009 due to higher cost of replacement tires, PM oil changes, and labor rates. However, the biggest factor was widespread deferment of vehicle replacement, resulting in the operation of older units.

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Green Fleet•by Chad Simon•March 1, 2010

Staples Fleet Tests Diesel-Electric Viability

Staples’ ongoing mission to green its fleet included a pilot program for diesel-electric hybrid trucks — with mixed results.

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Remarketing•by Staff•March 1, 2010

Online Remarketing for Small Fleets: A Look Back at the Early Digital Shift

Small fleets once turned to online auctions, remarketing specialists, and Craigslist to sell vehicles faster, cut costs, and reach more buyers.

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Global Fleet•by Justina Ly•March 1, 2010

iPhone Apps to Aid Your Fleet

A variety of iPhone apps can help you monitor your fuel usage and manage everything from mileage to maintenance.

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Green Fleet•by Justina Ly•March 1, 2010

iPhone Apps to Aid Your Fleet

A variety of iPhone apps can help you monitor your fuel usage and manage everything from mileage to maintenance.

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Global Fleet•by Chris Brown•March 1, 2010

The New Diesel Deal

Will market shifts caused by 2010 emissions regulations produce a move away from diesel powertrains?

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Global Fleet•by Thi Dao•February 10, 2010

Going With the Green Grain

Father-son see the green lining and start new operation to meet growing demand for environmentally friendly transportation. West-Nyack, N.Y.-based DrivenEco services the New York tri-state area and has grown to a fleet size of six, consisting of hybrid sedans and SUVs.

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Telematics•by Staff•February 9, 2010

Telematics: Effective Tracking Keeps Fleets on Track

Saving money and boosting fleet productivity are just a few results fleets can expect by implementing telematics products available today.

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