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Operations•by David Utzinger, American Isuzu Motors•September 1, 1990

How to Manage a Government Fleet

Here's some thought-provoking examples of ways that government fleet managers economize their operations, stretch equipment cycling periods, maximize returns on resales, and generally get more for every dollar spent.

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Operations•by Staff•September 1, 1990

A Diminishing Role for Fleet Managers?

Will fleet management companies ultimately replace the in-house fleet staff? This is one question NAFA President Paul Hubbard responds to in a candid interview on the topic of "total fleet management" programs.

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Operations•by Staff•September 1, 1990

In Memoriam: Robert Weylie

Industry leader passes away

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Operations•by Staff•September 1, 1990

New Tire Construction Explained

Tire buying used to be so simple! A generation or so ago there were two kinds of tires for your car-one with black sidewalls and the other with white sidewalls.

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Operations•by Ed Bobit•August 1, 1990

Ed Bobit: More Questions Than Answers

Why would only just over one-third specify the brands of replacement tires. What this translates into is nearly two-thirds don't care if the driver is mixing Toyo tires with Good years, or something else. Now, just ask any wholesaler what a costly error this is.

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Operations•by Staff•July 1, 1990

What Is the Future for Full-Time Fleet Managers?

Should fleet managers he worried about "total fleet management" programs? Fleet management companies say no, however, some fleet managers feel these programs may ultimately threaten their very existence.

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Operations•by Staff•July 1, 1990

One Formula for Success: Focusing on Small Fleets

A newcomer can establish marketshare in the mature fleet leasing industry by buying an existing portfolio or by generating new business. World Omni has taken the latter approach to become the nations 11th largest lessor.

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Operations•by Staff•July 1, 1990

Time Constraints Challenge Part-Time Fleet Managers

Besides overseeing a small fleet, part-time fleet managers typically have other unrelated job responsibilities. In this article, AF looks at how several managers overcome this difficulty and successfully administer their fleets.

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Operations•by Staff•July 1, 1990

Cellular Phones Ring Productivity for Fleets

No longer considered luxuries for executives, cellular phones are steadily making their way onto equipment option lists of fleets. Studies show that cellular phones lead to increased productivity.

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Operations•by Staff•July 1, 1990

New Cellular Program Aims to Increase Sales Power

Wheels has announced a national cellular program which offers various fleet-specific features such as consolidated billing and management reports. The program is available to all fleets whether or not they are a Wheels client.

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