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Operations•by Mike Antich•August 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 Fleet•by Martin Romjue•August 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 Fleet•by Martin Romjue•August 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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Remarketing•by Martin Romjue•August 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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Safety•by Judie Nuskey•August 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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Operations•by Mike Antich•August 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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Green Fleet•from Staff and News Reports•August 21, 2023

Ford Tops Tesla, Rivian in E-Pickup Truck Race

Studies show the importance of brand strength, which is true in the full-size pickup truck segment where brand loyalty often runs deep and fierce.

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Safety•by Mike Antich•August 21, 2023

AstraZeneca Fleet Sustainability Champion in the U.S. Retires

Barbara Zuroick, U.S. fleet & safety manager at AstraZeneca, retired from the global biopharamceutical company on June 2023. Zuroick was recognized as a leader in sustainability, championing AstraZeneca’s transition to a zero-emission fleet.

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Operations•by Mike Antich•August 18, 2023

Fleet Readers Are Talking: Curb Weight, Global Tensions, Policy & Pressures

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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Safety•by Mike Antich•August 17, 2023

Volvo Car & NETS Align on Common Fleet Safety Goals & Objectives

Volvo Car USA has joined forces with The Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS) as a platinum sponsor to enhance road safety among all drivers, employees, and their families, and the communities where they live and work.

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