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Global Fleetby Kathy CloseAugust 31, 2023

Second Chances: How to Upgrade Your Safety Rating

An unfavorable compliance review can result in a public relations nightmare, high insurance rates, and difficulty in attracting quality drivers. But motor carriers have an opportunity to ask for a do-over.

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Green Fleetby Martin RomjueAugust 31, 2023

LAX Area Charging Depot Carries a Heavy Hertz EV Load

The most powerful electric vehicle charging facility near Los Angeles International Airport equips its operations to handle demand from the rental car company that runs the most electric vehicles.

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Operationsby Mike AntichAugust 31, 2023

Readers Are Talking About: Scheduled Replacement Cycles

To facilitate discussion of today’s industry challenges, Automotive Fleet offers a platform for fleet managers and other fleet professionals to exchange their diverse opinions and perspectives.

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Green Fleetby Martin RomjueAugust 30, 2023

Former Fox Rent-A-Car Owner Launches EV Services Company with Business Partners

Bullet EV Charging Solutions combines the complementary expertise of Allen Rezapour and two executives to provide turnkey electric vehicle services.

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Operationsby Mike AntichAugust 30, 2023

Out-of-Control Acquisition & Repair Costs Batter Industry

Fleet managers are being challenged by out-of-control new-vehicle acquisition and repair costs. Auto parts prices have reached unreasonable levels that no procurement manager could ever have fathomed five years ago.

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Green Fleetby Martin RomjueAugust 29, 2023

Electric Vehicles Now Hit the Road Fork of Hype vs. Reality

All-electric vehicles will not be an all-or-nothing option as many market and technological factors will influence the course of fleet electrification.

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Green Fleetby Martin RomjueAugust 28, 2023

Why Most Fleet Operations Are Not Ready for an EV Battery Fire

While the risks of an EV “thermal event” are far lower than gasoline tank fires, the rare occurrence can turn into an all-consuming catastrophe.

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Remarketingby Martin RomjueAugust 28, 2023

Remarketers Focus on Industry Realities at Annual Event

IARA Summer Roundtable: From the latest vehicle market dynamics to technology influences to electric vehicle shortfalls, the International Automotive Remarketers Alliance bonded over the big issues while teeing up member and industry growth.

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Safetyby Judie NuskeyAugust 25, 2023

Safety Pointers for Before You Get Behind the Wheel

Driver safety starts before the pedal hits the medal. An expert offers advice on key steps drivers should take — from checking the condition of the vehicle to properly positioning mirrors to stowing items securely — before they hit the road.

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Operationsby Mike AntichAugust 22, 2023

Ongoing Vehicle Sourcing Constraints Aggravated by Higher Fleet Costs

Difficulty sourcing replacement units continues to be an ongoing pain point. Likewise fleet costs are up. Compared to CY-2020 vehicle acquisitions costs are approximately 19% higher while maintenance and fuel increased 25-40%.

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