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Operations•by Staff•April 1, 1993

Correct Color Can Add Up to $546 to Resale Value

Used fleet vehicles with a white exterior had the highest resale value, according to recent fleet resale dealer survey. Also, six-cylinder sedans sold, on average, for $655 more than comparable four-cylinder sedans.

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Operations•by Staff•April 1, 1993

Trucks & Public Service Fleets Key to NAFA Growth

The challenge facing the fleet industry is regulatory legislation, says Patsy Brownson, NAFA's new president. One hallmark of her presidency will be offering more educational programs to help combat this threat.

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Operations•by Staff•April 1, 1993

How Fleet Management Cos. See the Fleet Manager Role Evolving

The fleet manager function is being changed by computerization, government regulations, outsourcing, and corporate downsizing. Eight fleet management companies offer their vision of the future.

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Operations•by Staff•April 1, 1993

Is the "Dedicated" Fleet Manager Disappearing?

Not if you know your craft, communicate with management, and educate yourself to assume additional responsibilities. By not pursuing these professional goals, you may indeed become an endangered species.

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Operations•by Staff•April 1, 1993

In Memoriam: Michael Leffler

Industry leader passes away.

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Operations•by Ed Bobit•March 1, 1993

Ed Bobit: Don't Give 'Em A Big Target!

Who ever questions that a magazine should sacrifice editorial integrity? Hey, it's like Motherhood and Apple Pie. Besides, no righteous publisher will ever admit that his soul was sold to an advertiser. Yet it's done: it's like cheating on your taxes. It happens but nobody talks about it.

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Operations•by Al Willis•March 1, 1993

Maintenance Costs: How High Is Too High?

Every fleet manager's boss has said, "Our maintenance costs are too high." Just what does "too high" mean? What are reasonable maintenance and repair costs?

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Operations•by Alan Binstein•March 1, 1993

How to Avoid Over-Maintaining Vehicles

One way to reduce maintenance costs is by reexamining your fleet's maintenance schedule. Revised tire rotation, tune-up, and transmission guidelines could save a 1,200-unit fleet almost $500,000 a year.

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Green Fleet•by Staff•March 1, 1993

Ford Test CNG Demos as Precursor to Full Production

Twenty-four utility companies in the U.S. and Canada are participating in Ford's three-year natural gas demonstration program. Fleets are using natural gas-powered Crown Victorias, Econolines, and F-Series pickups.

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Operations•by Staff•March 1, 1993

Hotline News: Top News in Fleet and Leasing

Top news in the fleet and leasing industry

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