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Sean Lyden

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Sean Lyden was a contributing author for Bobit publications for many years. 

Articlesby Sean LydenMarch 23, 2015

How to Make Fleet Trucks More Productive

The meaning of maximized productivity differs from fleet to fleet, but the means to maximizing vehicle function can be found using a straightforward approach of measuring, spec’ing, and considering the human factor.

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Articlesby Sean LydenJanuary 14, 2015

Six Fuel Reduction Initiatives That Produce Results Now

Fleet managers have a number of simple tools and techniques they can use to cut fuel use. Many of them can be implemented with little to no cost, and will reap large rewards.

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Articlesby Sean LydenNovember 24, 2014

How to Cost-Effectively Manage a High-Mileage Truck Fleet

Better vehicle quality and the economic crisis of 2008-2009 have both impacted what most view as the traditional lifecycle for a truck fleet.

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Articlesby Sean LydenNovember 10, 2014

Avoid the 'If-it-Fits-it-Ships' Trap

Overloading can have serious consequences for truck fleets ranging from accidents to increased maintenance costs to DOT citations. Make sure fleet trucks are properly spec’d and that drivers avoid “pack-ratting” tools and other supplies.

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Articlesby Sean LydenJuly 23, 2014

A Fleet Manager's Guide to Switching to Natural Gas Medium-Duty Trucks

Fleet managers must consider a wide range of options when deciding on converting their truck fleet to natural gas.

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Articlesby Sean LydenJune 18, 2014

Developing a Driverless Vehicle

Google and a growing number of automakers are making big bets that self-driving vehicle technology is the future of transportation and have been incorporating various levels of autonomous driving capabilities in their latest products.

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Articlesby Sean LydenMay 20, 2014

Switching to Natural Gas in Medium-Duty Trucks

Fleet managers must consider a wide range of options when deciding on converting their truck fleet to natural gas.

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Articlesby Sean LydenApril 23, 2014

Tying the Future of Telematics to Sustainability

Telematics are now a byword in fleet management. And, while these systems can help increase overall fleet efficiency, another benefit is being reaped on the side of sustainability.

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Articlesby Sean LydenApril 18, 2014

Winning Over Drivers When Rightsizing

Rightsizing a fleet, whether it means reducing the number of vehicles or transitioning to smaller, more fuel-efficient models, can create resentment and frustration among drivers, causing them to resist the initiative.

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Articlesby Sean LydenMarch 12, 2014

Looking Toward the Future of Truck Bodies

Innovative, new technologies and advances in engineering are creating lighter, stronger, and more fuel-efficient truck bodies than ever before.

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