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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•May 8, 2018

How Fleets Source Replacement Parts

When procuring replacement parts for their vehicles, more than two-thirds of commercial fleet managers surveyed by Automotive Fleet don't mandate factory parts and nearly three of four didn't identify a preferred brand.

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News•by Staff•May 7, 2018

Gasoline Price Hikes Begin to Stabilize

The national average price of a gallon of regular unleaded leveled off at $2.81 for the week ending May 7, following steady increases that increased the price more than 12% since early March.

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News•by Staff•May 7, 2018

Volvo Implements Vehicle-to-Vehicle Connectivity

Volvo cars and trucks in Sweden and Norway will now be able to share real-time data to expand coverage of connected safety technology.

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News•by Staff•May 7, 2018

Ford, Zoyte to Provide Electric Vehicles for Chinese Ride-Hailing

The new mobility JV will work closely with the Zotye-Ford manufacturing JV, which will build a range of stylish and affordable all-electric vehicles for consumers in China under a new indigenous brand, pending regulatory approval.

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News•by Staff•May 5, 2018

Used Vehicles That Retain Most Value After 1 Year Named

The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited retained the highest percentage of its value after the first year of ownership, according to analysis conducted by ISeeCars.com, a consumer shopping portal for used cars.

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News•by Staff•May 5, 2018

Four Automakers Back Blockchain Tech

BMW, Ford, General Motors, and Renault have supported blockchain technology, which has been used in cryptocurrencies, for future vehicles. The four have joined the Mobility Open Blockchain Initiative (MOBI).

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News•by Staff•May 4, 2018

Chevrolet Bolt EV Needs Software Update

General Motors issued an advisory on April 5 to all owners of 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles requesting they visit a dealership for a free software update due to potential battery cell failure.

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News•by Staff•May 4, 2018

Ford Torture-Tests 2019 Ranger

Ford has torture-tested its 2019 Ranger midsize pickup using grueling lab tests, robotic testing too harsh for humans to endure, and jagged trails in the Australian Outback to the Arizona desert. The testing is based on the same standards of the Ford F-150, according to the company.

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News•by Staff•May 4, 2018

Wheels, Inc. to Offer Uber to Fleet Customers

Wheels, Inc. will begin offering commercial fleet clients access to Uber for Business to allow drivers to utilize the ride-hailing service and centralizing billing of the trips.

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News•by Staff•May 4, 2018

Ex-Volkswagen CEO Indicted for Fraud Over Diesel Scandal

Volkswagen's former chief executive Martin Winterkorn has been charged with conspiracy and wire fraud in connection with the company's scheme to cheat U.S. diesel vehicle emissions requirements.

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