Articles

Operations•by Staff•July 1, 2002

2003 Models Offer Comfort, Economy, & Flexibility

Crossover models are expanding throughout the vehicle ranges. Higher rooflines provide greater interior space, while the number of rear-wheel-drive models is slowly increasing. Click here to download the full article...

Leasing•by Mike Antich•July 1, 2002

Electronic Vehicle Titles Will Revolutionize Title Processing: 8 States Now Recognize E-Titles

An electronic lien and title system, or ELT, is the technology that allows vehicle titles and lien information to be transmitted electronically, much like e-mail, to and from state motor vehicle agencies and lien holders.

Operations•by David Fern•June 1, 2002

The New Fleet Manager

Becoming the new fleet manager can be overwhelming. But following a few bits of advice can get you on the right track, such as reading your company's fleet policy & procedure manual and maintaining good records.

Global Fleet•by Jay Seidel•June 1, 2002

What You Need for a Long, Hot Summer

A quick checklist of what you need to do to properly prepare your fleet

Operations•Cover Story•by Daryl Lubinsky•June 1, 2002

Looking at the Big Picture Helps Anselmi Win Fleet Manager 2002 Award

Jim Anselmi of Lorillard Tobacco Company also has a hands-on approach to fleet management. That helped him win the award, which was co-sponsored by Wheels Inc. and the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association.

Operations•by Mike Antich•June 1, 2002

Fleets Still Experiencing Residual Effects of Sept. 11

It's nine months later and fleets are still feeling the residual aftershocks from the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

Operations•by Staff•May 1, 2002

Job Suitability Is #1 Acquisition Factor for Commercial Fleets

Initial cost and depreciation are the No.2 and 3 factors considered by fleets in making vehicle acquisition decisions, according to the National Association of Fleet Administrators' 2002- Model Year Acquisition Survey.

Operations•by Daryl Lubinsky•May 1, 2002

Benchmarking Program Helps Office Depot Cut Truck Fleet Costs

ARFs Premium TruckServe program offers benchmarking and cost analysis services in addition to the traditional maintenance services. Office Depot's tire expenses have decreased by about 12 percent.

Operations•by Paul Dexler•May 1, 2002

DaimlerChrysler Allies With Union Pacific to Cut Order-to-Delivery Times by 50%

Accurate, detailed, real-time tracking of shipped vehicles via an Internet-based system is offering DaimlerChrysler the power to reduce order-to-delivery times and eliminate lost vehicles.

Safety•by Mike Antich•May 1, 2002

In a Down Economy, Fleets Repair Rather than Replacing Accident-Damaged Vehicles

The slowdown in the nation's economy has prompted many companies to re-examine their cost containment strategies, which has resulted in new initiatives to reduce the cost of operating their company fleets.

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