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Operations•by Ed Bobit•March 1, 2001

They Just Don't Get It...Do They?

I never cease being dumfounded by the unbelievable things people believe. Leo Rosten It is strange this life of men possessed with fervid beliefs that seem like madness to their fellow-beings. George Eiliot A man can believe a considerable deal of rubbish, and yet go about his daily work in a rational and cheerful manner. Norman Douglas For every credibility gap there is a gullibility fill. Richard Clopton

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Operations•by Staff•March 1, 2001

Technology & PM Keep Truck Maintenance Costs Flat

While the number of units surveyed has increased slightly, maintenance costs per occurrence have remained stable. One reason is that fleets are paying more attention to preventive maintenance.

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Operations•by Mike Antich•March 1, 2001

Ford Testing Pilot Online Vehicle Ordering System for Fleets

Known as Build to Order, the system allows fleets to configure Ford Division models and electronically submit orders to the factory. The next day, their designated dealer receives confirmation of the vehicle order.

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Safety•by Staff•March 1, 2001

Service & Transportation Industries Have Highest Average Accident Repair Expenses

When benchmarked against national averages, fleets in the service and transportation industries spend up to 40 percent more for an average repair. Law enforcement and pharmaceutical industries are well below the average.

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Remarketing•by Mike Antich•March 1, 2001

A Seasonal Remarketing Strategy Will Minimize Vehicle Depreciation Expense

One of your top job priorities as a fleet manager is to obtain the highest resale price for each company vehicle you take out of service.

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Operations•by John Moore•February 1, 2001

Fuel Card Programs Help Fleets Save Money

By carefully monitoring your company's fuel expenditures, buying more fuel-efficient vehicles, and changing your driver's buying habits, you can save significantly on your company's fuel expenses.

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Operations•by AF Staff•February 1, 2001

74 Percent of Companies Allow Personal Use

Nearly three-quarters of organizations allow employees to use fleet vehicles for personal reasons, and 15 percent of these companies do not account for this personal use for tax purposes.

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Operations•by John Moore•February 1, 2001

Fuel Card Programs Help Fleets $ave Money

By carefully monitoring your company's fuel expenditures, buying more fuel-efficient vehicles, and changing your driver's buying habits, you can save significantly on your company's fuel expenses.

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Operations•by Ed Bobit•February 1, 2001

An Ode to Olds

I like to see a man proud of the place in which he lives. I like to see a man live .so that his place will be proud of him. Abraham Lincoln How hard it is lo escape from places. However carefully one goes they hold you – you leave little bits of yourself fluttering on the fences – little rags and shreds of your very life. Katherine Mansfield There is something always melancholy in the idea of leaving a place for the last time. It is like burying a friend. Abigail Adams

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Operations•by Staff•February 1, 2001

Passenger Car Maintenance Costs Decline 9 % in 2000

Improved quality of vehicles, and more competitive pricing in tires have contributed to the decline. Vehicle miles per month have remained stable, with the majority of money continuing to be spent in maintenance, tires, and brakes.

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