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Stephane Babcock

Former Managing Editor

Stephane Babcock is the former managing editor of Heavy Duty Trucking and TruckingInfo.com. He began covering the heavy-vehicle market in 2006. Previously, he served as senior editor on Automotive Fleet and Work Truck, as well as developed content for Bobit Business Media events such as Heavy Duty Trucking eXchange and the Fleet Safety Conference.

Driving Notesby Stephane BabcockOctober 11, 2014

2015 Chevrolet Suburban

The Chevrolet Suburban enters its 12th generation with the 2015 model year. It's durability and cargo capacity make it an ideal vehicle for fire response and other rugged fleet applications.

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Driving Notesby Stephane BabcockSeptember 25, 2014

2015 Subaru Outback

The look of the new (fifth generation) Outback is a steer away from the past wagon-like look of the vehicle. It has more modern lines and a matching interior. I could see how this remodeled compact SUV could do well in rougher terrain.

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Articlesby Stephane BabcockAugust 15, 2014

Automated Driving Arrives

Automakers are preparing drivers for the future driving experience by prepping current and upcoming vehicles with new safety features.

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Articlesby Stephane BabcockJuly 8, 2014

Improving Driver Safety with Technology

Fleet managers are combining training and technology to ensure drivers are creating a safe environment in the cab and on the road.

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Articlesby Stephane BabcockJune 30, 2014

Navigating the Executive Fleet Landscape

Fleet Professionals have to not only be able to please executives, but also adhere to the company's bottom line when managing an executive fleet.

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Driving Notesby Stephane BabcockJune 19, 2014

2015 Ford Transit

After a quick presentation from the Ford execs, we were unleashed on the high-, medium- and high roof versions of the Transit, as well as three different body lengths, and passenger and cargo versions.

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Articlesby Stephane BabcockJune 13, 2014

'Torturing' the New F-150

Aluminum is nothing new to the engineers at Ford. More than 20 years ago, the Dearborn, Mich.-based OEM began playing with the metalloid when it started the Aluminum Intensive Vehicle (AIV) program.

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Newsby Stephane BabcockJune 10, 2014

Ford Transit’s KC Plant Running Full Steam Ahead

Ford's Kansas City assembly plant is moving at full capacity to meet the demand for its Transit full-size van that begins arriving at dealers this summer.

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Driving Notesby Stephane BabcockJune 6, 2014

2014 Nissan NV200 Taxi

After taking a quick look around the Nissan NV200 taxi and contemplating the best driving scenario for it, I was struck with an idea — why not take this NYC cab to a L.A. Dodgers game.

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Driving Notesby Stephane BabcockMay 15, 2014

2014 Nissan NV Passenger

The NV3500 works as a rolling office. The front passenger seat folds completely flat in the forward position to act as a table, and the center console can comfortably house a laptop computer.

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