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Our team of enterprising editors bring years of experience covering the fleet industry. We offer a deep understanding of trends and the ever-evolving landscapes we cover in fleet, trucking, and transportation.  

News•by Staff•September 25, 2018

3.2M Commercial Trucks Sold in '18: 1.6% Growth

Registrations in the U.S. increased 12.2% in the first half of 2018 compared to the same period in 2017 with double-digit growth in Class 6 and Class 8, according to IHS Markit.

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News•by Staff•September 25, 2018

Merchants Adds Southeast Region, Hires VP Trio

Merchants Fleet Management created a Southeast region as its fourth sales territory and has hired three regional vice presidents to lead the company's expansion in that region, the fleet management company announced.

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News•by Staff•September 25, 2018

Mitsubishi Outlander Recalled for Rear Wheel Issue

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., is recalling an estimated 14,791 2018-2019 Mitsubishi Outlander compact SUVs equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels because the certification label lists the wrong rear wheel rim size.

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News•by Staff•September 25, 2018

2019 Chevrolet Blazer Starts Around $30,000

Chevrolet's 2019 Blazer will retail for at least $29,995 plus a delivery fee when the two-row, midsize SUV arrives in early January in four trim grades, Chevrolet announced.

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News•by Staff•September 25, 2018

CalAmp to Add Text-Blocking Feature

CalAmp will add technology to its fleet telematics solution that will block incoming text messages as a way to reduce texting while driving, the Irvine, Calif.-based company announced.

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News•by Staff•September 24, 2018

Auctions Return to Business Following Florence

Used-vehicle auctions have started resuming regular business hours following the effects of Hurricane Florence, which had less of an impact on the U.S vehicle market than Hurricanes Harvey and Irma in 2017.

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News•by Staff•September 24, 2018

Gas Prices Remain Static at $2.85 Per Gallon

The national average price of regular unleaded remained at $2.85 per gallon for the week ending Sept. 24, even as drivers in 32 states saw lower or stable prices. The price level is 1 cent higher than a month ago and 27 cents above a year ago, according to AAA.

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News•by Staff•September 24, 2018

Ford Shows Its Vans Equipped for Work

Ford Motor Co. showed its Transit and Transit Connect vans with equipment for 35 different work or recreational segments at a media event on Monday called "Vandemonium."

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News•by Staff•September 24, 2018

Hyundai's Santa Fe, Accent Named Top Safety Picks

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has recently given two more Hyundai models 2018 Top Safety Pick status, including the 2019 Santa Fe and Accent. Hyundai has earned 10 2018 awards, including six models that have been named a Top Safety Pick+.

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News•by Staff•September 24, 2018

AFLA Names President's Award Winners

The Automotive Fleet and Leasing Association has selected four leaders as its 2018 President's award winners for their dedication to growing the association, AFLA has announced.

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