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Sean Lyden

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

Articles•by Sean Lyden•September 18, 2013

Avoid Getting a 'Bad Wrap'

Making a mistake in the design, material selection, and maintenance of vehicle graphics can project the wrong impression and be costly in the long run.

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Articles•by Sean Lyden•July 26, 2013

The State of Alt-Fuel Refueling Infrastructure in the U.S.

The experts are bullish on the future of the availability of public alt-fuel refueling infrastructure. Fleets will be among the prime drivers of the growth.

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Articles•by Sean Lyden•July 24, 2013

Pitfalls to Avoid When Purchasing Out of Dealer Stock

Work with fleet-minded dealers, plan out vehicle needs as far in advance as possible, and be flexible to avoid time-consuming hassles and higher vehicle costs.

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Articles•by Sean Lyden•June 26, 2013

Need a Lift? Remember to Spec the Right Liftgate

The primary reasons to buy a liftgate include reducing the risk of injury and the ability to increase efficiency and productivity. However, there are several points to remember when considering available options.

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Articles•by Sean Lyden•May 28, 2013

7 Factors to Consider When Upfitting Cargo Vans

Upfitting can be an involved process, but it can be broken down into seven factors to maximize productivity and benefit the company’s bottom line.

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Articles•by Sean Lyden•May 28, 2013

What to Do When Upfits Go Wrong

Experts share their advice on how fleet managers can most effectively manage an upfit “crisis” and get things back on track.

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Articles•by Sean Lyden•March 14, 2013

6 Mistakes to Avoid When Spec'ing Refrigerated Truck Bodies

Incorrectly spec’ing a refrigerated truck can be costly to both a fleet and a company’s clients. Knowing what mistakes to avoid when spec’ing can go a long way to impacting the bottom line and increasing company business.

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Articles•by Sean Lyden•March 1, 2013

6 Ideas for Spec'ing Greener Trucks Without Breaking the Bank

While many commercial truck fleets may have qualms about going “green,” the process can make a statement and add to the bottom line.

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Articles•by Sean Lyden•February 5, 2013

Standardizing Vehicle Specs to Slash Fleet Costs

While it is tempting to adopt a “more-the-merrier” approach to vehicle spec’ing, fewer specs can actually offer more options, netting happier drivers and fewer administrative headaches.

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Articles•by Sean Lyden•January 17, 2013

How to Determine What Size is the Right Size

Rightsizing is more than simply utilizing smaller displacement engines or vehicle downsizing. It involves ensuring the optimal number of properly spec’ed vehicles are available for fleets to fulfill their mission.

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