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Coverage of preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repair, shop operations, parts, technicians, and service strategies that help fleets improve vehicle availability, reduce downtime, control costs, and keep assets productive.

Articles•by Shelley Mika•December 7, 2021

Advancements in Tire Design

As tire manufacturers continually improve their products, results include lowered operational costs, improved safety, and reduced environmental impact.

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News•December 2, 2021

Association Of Fleet Professionals Warns Against PHEV Fleet Policies

The chair of the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP), a UK-based organization representing the interests of fleet managers, believes fleets should skip plug-in hybrid models on fleet policies and focus on pure electric models.

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News•November 18, 2021

GM Returns To Europe With Mobility Unit

Having sold Saab in 2009 and then quit Europe altogether in 2017 when GM Europe sold its Opel and Vauxhall brands to the PSA Group (now Stellantis), GM Europe is nosing its way back to Europe.

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News•by Staff•November 16, 2021

Spiffy Partnership Connects Fleets with Independent Repair Shops

The latest addition to Spiffy’s Complete Car Care marketplace connects customers with independent mechanics for major repairs.

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Articles•by Shelley Mika•November 9, 2021

9 Retread Tire FAQs

Do you know the answers to the top nine most frequently asked questions about retread tires?

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News•November 8, 2021

SEA Electric Proves Depot-Based Renewable Power Plant Strategy

Australian zero-emissions truck manufacturer SEA Electric has turned to rooftop solar power for its Melbourne assembly facility, with the installation of a 100kW solar power system.

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News•by Staff•November 8, 2021

Arrival to Launch Global Service Network Program

The Service Platform uses data from Arrival’s vehicles and proprietary algorithms to enable existing service providers to repair and maintain its electric vehicles.

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News•November 4, 2021

Ford and Newlab Announce Startups to Pilot New Electric Vehicle Tech

Five companies were selected by Newlab and Ford to join them in the new Michigan Central facility to help revolutionize electrification and charging infrastructure — including fleet.

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Articles•November 2, 2021

Extended Cycling & Part Shortages Stress Warranty Recovery in 2021

Supply chain constraints make it difficult to get replacement vehicles leading to extended cycling of those currently in service. This is pushing the envelope of warranty coverage that is exacerbated by a shortage of replacement parts.

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Articles•November 1, 2021

Preventive Maintenance Costs Increase 3-5% in 2021

A variety of factors converged to exert upward pressure on preventive maintenance costs, such as longer vehicle service lives due to limited product availability, the ongoing transition to synthetic oils, and higher labor rates to attract scarce technicians.

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