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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.  

Photo Galleriesby StaffJuly 25, 2017

GMC's 2017 Sierra HD All Terrain X

The GMC Sierra HD All Terrain X joins the lineup for the 2017 model year as the third off-road oriented GMC truck following similar treatment for the Canyon and Sierra 1500. Based on the Sierra 2500, the truck gets more aggresive tires, additional LED lighting, and a black appearance package. Read our driving impressions here. Photos by Vince Taroc.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffJuly 25, 2017

2017 Fleet Safety Conference

The 2017 Fleet Safety Conference opened Tuesday with a keynote from the National Safety Council's Deborah Hersman, who also spoke on Monday at an NTSB-NSC roundtable about advanced driver assistance systems. Safety awards were given at a luncheon. The second day of the conference featured a session from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - TSA regarding security threats against transportation fleets. The conference closed with a presentation from Shell's Karen Spring about the company's mission to eliminate fleet fatalities.  Read more here. Photos by Andy Lundin and Jim Park.

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Driving Notesby StaffJuly 19, 2017

2017 Ford F-150 with 10-Speed

While higher-gear transmission have traditionally been reserved for European luxury sedans, Ford's application of the gearbox to its leading seller is so inspired a choice that it almost feels inevitable.

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Newsby StaffJuly 18, 2017

Mazda Sets 2018-MY Fleet Incentives

Mazda will offer fleet incentives for seven of its 2018 model-year vehicles, including the CX-5 compact SUV.

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Newsby StaffJuly 18, 2017

2017 Kia Forte Named IIHS Top Safety Pick+

The compact car, when equipped with an optional front crash prevent system, qualifies for the highest honor from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffJuly 18, 2017

Ford's 2017 F-150 with 10-Speed

Ford has introduced one of the most advanced transmissions on the market with its 2017 F-150 pickup. The 10-speed automatic transmission improves fuel economy to 25 mpg on the highway for the rear-wheel pickup and 23 mpg highway for the 4x4 model. Read our driving impressions here. Photos by Vince Taroc.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffJuly 18, 2017

Toyota's 2018-MY Business Meeting

Toyota hosted its 2018-MY business meeting for commercial customers on June 20 in Dana Point, Calif. Fleet professionals took an early peek at the redesigned Camry mid-size sedan. Photos courtesy of Toyota.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffJuly 13, 2017

Work Van Upfit Ideas

Vans are an important tool for many fleet operations, from service to delivery to contractors and more. Due to the wide variety of vocations that utilize vans, upfitters have designed a number of options to help drivers do their jobs safely, quickly, and easily. Check out more information on each of the van upfit products.

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Articlesby StaffJuly 12, 2017

Smooth Operation Under Tough Conditions

Chevrolet gave journalists the chance to test out the Silverado HD’s driving and towing capabilities at a press event co-hosted with John Deere in June.

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Newsby StaffJuly 12, 2017

NICB Names Most Stolen Vehicles of 2016

Among late-model cars, the most commonly stolen one is the 2016 Toyota Camry, according to the report from the National Insurance Crime Bureau.

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