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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•February 24, 2010

Fleet Safety Tip of the Week: Brake Failure

It's a familiar scene in movies. Suddenly, a character driving down a mountain road experiences brake failure. But what steps should a driver take if this happens in the real world? Here's some advice, culled from the Kentucky Driver Manual, on what to do during brake failure.

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News•by Staff•February 5, 2010

Goodyear Rolls Out New Medium Truck Tires

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. recently introduced several medium truck tires for a wide variety of applications, including a line of SmartWay-approved Dunlop long-haul tires.

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Articles•by Staff•January 13, 2010

Top 10 Most Viewed Stories in 2009

Top viewed stories included "What Fleet Managers Should Know About Diesel Particulate Filters," "Aftermarket Crew Cab Conversions Offered for Several Medium-Duty Trucks," and "Materials of Trade - Are You Sure You Know the Limits?"

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News•by Staff•December 15, 2009

Propane Option Now Offered for E-Series Vans

LIVONIA, MI - ROUSH Performance is launching into the next phase of their liquid propane injected vehicle offerings with a line of E-Series vans.

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Articles•by Staff•December 15, 2009

First-Ever Environmental Leadership Awards Honors Corporate Fleet Professionals

The Environmental Leadership Awards recognized fleet leaders who have led successful “green” efforts. Representatives from 21 commercial fleets were recognized.

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News•by Staff•December 11, 2009

Fleet Equipment LLC, Fleet Leasing Accused of Bribing Shelby County Clerks

MEMPHIS, TN - An ongoing criminal investigation into the Shelby County Clerk's Office stems from allegations that clerks accepted money from individuals registering vehicles in exchange for favorable service.

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Photo Galleries•by Staff•November 19, 2009

2009 PHH Arval Energy Conference

More than 60 participants from approximately 40 Houston-area energy companies gathered for the PHH Arval Energy Conference, held Oct. 22 at the Houstonian Hotel in Houston. PHH has held this annual event for 17 years. The conference is designed to bring together fleet professionals in the energy industry to address common concerns, goals, and improve the business, according to Steve DiBiagio, PHH senior vice president of business development.

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Photo Galleries•by Staff•November 19, 2009

2009 Green Fleet Conference

More than 350 fleet industry professionals attended the Green Fleet Conference, which offered solutions and resources to help fleet managers continue environmental initiatives in budget-challenged times, according to organizers. Environmental initiatives "make economic sense," Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley told a crowded audience at the conference, held Oct. 19-20 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. 

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Photo Galleries•by Staff•August 10, 2009

2010 Suzuki Kizashi Sedan

Suzuki made its global debut of the all-new 2010 Kizashi mid-sized sedan in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., marking the automaker's first entry into the all-wheel-drive sports sedan segment. Automotive Fleet attended the reveal and snapped a few "sneak peak" photos.

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Articles•by Staff•May 28, 2009

5 Common Mistakes in Negotiating a Fleet Lease Agreement

Fleet managers are wise to read the entire lease agreement and familiarize themselves with the terms and conditions under which they will be doing business. For it is the business side that impacts the fleet manager most.

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