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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.  

Newsby StaffApril 4, 2006

Iowa House Passes Bill Taxing Gas Without Ethanol

DES MOINES, IOWA – The Iowa House has passed a bill that would raise the state tax on gas that does not contain ethanol if Iowa does not reach the goal of having ethanol account for 25 percent of the fuel sold in Iowa by 2025.

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Newsby StaffMarch 28, 2006

NTEA Names New Board of Trustees

The National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) announced the election of five new members to its board of trustees.

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Newsby StaffMarch 28, 2006

Chevron to Offer API CJ-4 and CI-4 Plus Oils in 2007

SAN RAMON, CA – Chevron Products Co., a provider of engine oils, lubricants, coolants, and related services, has launched its new CJ-4 engine oil. Chevron will offer both a CJ-4 and a CI-4 Plus version of its Delo- and Ursa-branded oils based on customer feedback and expected market demand.

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Newsby StaffMarch 21, 2006

DaimlerChrysler Expands Use of Biodiesel Fuel in Dodge Ram Pickup Trucks

AUBURN HILLS, MI – DaimlerChrysler will expand the use of clean, renewable biodiesel fuel by approving use of B-20 (20 percent biodiesel) in Dodge Ram pickup trucks.

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Newsby StaffMarch 21, 2006

Volvo to Produce Hybrid Diesel Truck Engines by 2009

STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN – Volvo has plans to begin mass production of a hybrid diesel-electric truck engine in 2009.

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Newsby StaffMarch 7, 2006

Vincentric's Best Fleet Value Awards Announced

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI – Vincentric has announced the winners of its Best Fleet Value in America awards, with Toyota winning 12 of the 29 vehicle segments. Chevrolet took top honors in eight segments, powered by its sweep of the full-size pick-up and full-size van categories.

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Newsby StaffMarch 6, 2006

Work Truck Show Addresses Emissions and Chassis Changes

ATLANTA – Medium- and light-duty OEMs met with buyers and body builders at the Feb. 28 Work Truck Show held in Atlanta. Discussions included limitations and chassis changes that will result from lower emissions engine designs.

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Newsby StaffMarch 6, 2006

Freightliner Trucks Releases Next Generation Body Builder CD for Business Class M2 Product Line

ATLANTA – Freightliner Trucks has rolled out its latest version of body builder information, the Business Class M2 Resource CD, Version 3.0. This interactive tool is designed to help body builders, dealers, and customers construct the right truck for their business needs by engaging them in vehicle dimension design before a truck is physically built.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 14, 2006

Donlen Enhances FleetWeb Accident Management Imaging Capabilities

NORTHBROOK, IL – Donlen Corporation has enhanced the imaging capabilities of its FleetWeb Accident Management center, enabling customers to more effectively monitor the entire accident resolution process.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 7, 2006

2008 Cadillac Escalade to Get Two-Mode Hybrid System

DETRIOT – GM's CEO Rick Wagoner confirmed that Cadillac would be getting an Escalade Hybrid for the 2008-model year.

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