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Vehicle Research•by Cindy Brauer•March 18, 2009

Dodge Debuts First-Ever Ram Crew Cab

The all-new 2009 Ram is Dodge’s first entry into the largest and fastest-growing part of the market — Crew Cab. The new model offers more than 35 new or improved features, including a new 5.7L Hemi V-8.

Operations•by Lauren Fletcher•March 18, 2009

Passenger Car Optimized: All-New Toyota Venza

Toyota’s all-new 2009 Venza combines the flexibility of an SUV with the style and comfort of a passenger car and moves the segment in a new direction.

Operations•by Lauren Fletcher•March 17, 2009

2009 Dodge Journey Redefines Crossover

The 2009 Dodge Journey crossover blends the capabilities of an SUV with the comfort of a passenger car.

Green Fleet•by Shelley Mika•March 16, 2009

Long Beach Garners #1 Government Green Fleet Title

An early adopter of responsible green initiatives, the City of Long Beach, Calif., earned the top spot among environmentally friendly government fleets: the 2008 “No. 1 Government Green Fleet.”

Operations•by Staff•March 4, 2009

Presenting AF's 2009 Fleet Manager of the Year Nominees

Eleven qualified fleet managers were nominated to compete for this year’s award. The field will be narrowed to three finalists and the winner announced April 26 at the NAFA Institute & Expo in New Orleans.

Safety•by Lisajoyce Vergara•March 3, 2009

How to Develop a Fleet Safety Award Program

Companies understand the importance of driver safety. Rewarding drivers for safe driving records can help motivate and continue careful driving.

Leasing•by Staff•March 3, 2009

PHH Clients Connect in Online Community

Through informal conversations in the new PHH InterActive Community, fleet managers exchange ideas and insights and find support in dealing with the challenges of their jobs.

Safety•by Grace Lauron•March 3, 2009

NHTSA Updates 5-Star Safety Rating Program for 2011-MY

Program enhancements will impact requirements auto-makers must meet to achieve high safety ratings. With new judging criteria, earning 5 stars on 2011-MY vehicles may be more challenging than previous model-years.

Operations•by Lauren Fletcher•March 3, 2009

Strange but True

Automotive Fleet has collected these “Strange but True” stories from fleet managers, drivers, and fleet management companies. Do you have a strange but true story? Something so incredible it couldn’t have been made up? Share your stories with Automotive Fleet. E-mail: Lauren.Fletcher@bobit.com.

Maintenance•Cover Story•by Mike Antich•March 3, 2009

Fleet Car Maintenance Costs Increase 5% in 2008

Replacement tire costs rose 5 percent and labor rates increased 3-4 percent in 2008-CY. Although extended OEM warranties protect powertrains against catastrophic failures, expanded maintenance requirements may increase cost.

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