Automotive Fleet
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH

Vehicle Research

Photo Galleriesby StaffDecember 16, 2015

Knapheide's SubTropolis Upfit Facility

Truck and van upfitter Knapheide installs equipment in Transit vans at its underground SubTropolis upfitting facility that's part of an active limestone mine outside of Kansas City near Ford's Kansas City Assembly Plant. The ambient temperature and low humidity of 65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit eliminates the need for heating and cooling. Photos by Paul Clinton and courtesy of Ford.

Read More →
Photo Galleriesby StaffDecember 11, 2015

FCA's 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan

The Dodge Grand Caravan passenger minivan has provided steady fleet sales for FCA US in the commercial, government, and rental segments. The vehicle is used in van pools and as an affordable choice for airport shuttle operators. The vehicle will eventually be discontinued, but remains in the lineup through at least the 2017-MY. Photos by Paul Clinton.

Read More →
NewsDecember 3, 2015

Infiniti Q30 Begins Production in UK

The first Infiniti Q30 premium hatchback rolled off the assembly line at the brand's newly built facilities in Sunderland in the United Kingdom on Dec. 3, according to a release.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Photo Galleriesby StaffDecember 2, 2015

Volkswagen's 2016 Passat Sedan

Volkswagen has updated its top-selling fleet vehicle, the Passat mid-size sedan, for the 2016-MY with a new sportier trim level and upgraded technology, including driver assist systems. Photos by Vince Taroc.

Read More →
Photo Galleriesby StaffDecember 2, 2015

Toyota's 2016 Tacoma Pickup

A heavy update for the 2016 Toyota Tacoma increases power and towing capability for a mid-size pickup that has found a home in pest-control fleets who need a smaller truck to maneuver on residential streets during service calls. Read our driving impressions here. Photos by Paul Clinton.

Read More →
Articlesby Chris BrownNovember 24, 2015

Nissan's Business Certified Program Serves Small Fleets

What can your Nissan "c-vam" do for you?

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Articlesby Tariq KamalNovember 24, 2015

Chevrolet Malibu: Third Redesign's the Charm

Redesigned for the third time in eight model-years, the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu adds 3.6 inches to the wheelbase and has an engine lineup including two turbocharged four-bangers and a hybrid option.

Read More →
Articlesby Tariq KamalNovember 24, 2015

Kia Optima: Stay the Course

The 2016 Kia Optima is available in six configurations: LX, LX Turbo, EX, SX, SX Turbo and SXL, as well as a hybrid option.

Read More →
Articlesby Mike AntichNovember 20, 2015

Toyota's 2015 Fleet Executive Meeting Rocked

Toyota Motor Sales USA held its annual business meeting and product preview at the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Nigel in Dana Point, Calif., June 17-19, 2015. More than 150 fleet professionals attended the product preview, which included commercial fleet managers and representatives from fleet management companies.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Articlesby Mike AntichNovember 20, 2015

18 Recommendations to Improve OTD for Upfits

Strong demand from retail and fleet customers helped fuel truck and van sales in 2015. While good news for OEMs, this increased production volume resulted in order-to-delivery (OTD) delays. Experts offer suggestions on how to improve OTD.

Read More →