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Operations•by Staff•May 1, 2007

How to Determine the Correct Depreciation Reserve

The open-end TRAC lease is an excellent tool for fleet managers to manage depreciation expense. However, maximizing its effectiveness is based on properly establishing a depreciation reserve. Here’s how to do it.

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Operations•by Staff•May 1, 2007

Strategies to Cope with Rising Fleet Costs

Fuel prices, maintenance, depreciation -- fleet costs, both fixed and variable, seem on a never-ending upward spiral. Here are some simple strategies that can help fleet managers cope.

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Operations•by Staff•May 1, 2007

Global Risk Consultants Fleet Goes Global

In a fragmented international leasing situation, Global Risk Consultants found a single-source solution.

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Operations•by Staff•May 1, 2007

How to Deal with Driver Dissatisfaction

Like it or not, fleet managers must handle driver dissatisfaction with a number of fleet issues, from vehicle selection to policy and procedure. Taking a hard line isn't always the answer; a 'carrot and stick' approach helps.

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Operations•by Staff•May 1, 2007

5 'Hidden' Costs and How to Control or Eliminate Them

Controlling fleet costs is a never-ending task. Some types of savings are obvious: leveraging volume into discounts and making certain drivers maintain vehicles. However, some extra costs are harder to identify. Here are ways to find, control, or eliminate them.

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Operations•by Staff•May 1, 2007

Moving Fleet Administration to the Driver Level

Fleet management is on a fast track toward innovation, as new technology drives new products and services. However, one thing will never change. The driver is the catalyst for success, and smart managers know it.

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Green Fleet•by Chris Brown•May 1, 2007

Clean Car Bill Hurts Fleets

Under proposed legislation, many fleets in California would be penalized for simply buying the right work vehicle for the job.

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Green Fleet•by Chris Brown•May 1, 2007

Calif. Clean Car Bill Hurts Fleets

Under proposed legislation, many fleets in California would be penalized for simply buying the right work vehicle for the job.

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Green Fleet•by Joe Bohn•May 1, 2007

Anti-Idling Programs that Work

Idling is a common concern for fleets trying to manage fuel consumption. With the help of the right anti-idling program, fleet managers can decrease fuel use and regulate fuel budgets.

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Vehicle Research•Cover Story•by Staff•May 1, 2007

GM's New Heavy Duty Workhorses

Offering a host of configurations and displaying class-leading power and torque ratings, GM’s new 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra HD pickups thrive in tough terrain and hard work applications.

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