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Articlesby Sean LydenSeptember 6, 2011

The Fundamentals of Spec'ing Work Trucks for Towing

Despite being similar in size, medium-duty trucks offer a wide variance in maximum towing capacities - from 5,000 lbs. to more than 11,000 lbs.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Lauren FletcherSeptember 6, 2011

Isuzu Gases Up N-Series, Launches All-New REACH Commercial Van

Isuzu is in full production with its gas-powered N-Series and ready for fleets to hit the road in the all-new REACH commercial van.

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Articlesby Greg BasichSeptember 5, 2011

GM's Jeff Haag Discusses Fleet and Commercial Division Plans and Upcoming Products

In June 2011, General Motors appointed one of its veteran employees, Jeff Haag, to the position of director of national accounts for GM Fleet and Commercial Operations (FCO). Automotive Fleet interviewed Haag about his plans and goals for GM’s FCO division.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffAugust 23, 2011

Toyota's Camry and Camry Hybrid Sedans

Toyota has unveiled its 2012-MY Camry and Camry Hybrid. The Camry is now in its fifth generation, which debuted with the 2011 model year. Toyota has offered the Camry Hybrid since 2006; the model received a facelift in 2009. Our gallery here features photos of the vehicle. Photos courtesy of Toyota.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffJuly 21, 2011

2012 Scion iQ Hatchback

This gallery features interior and exterior photos of the 2012-MY Scion iQ hatchback, an all-new subcompact car.

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Articlesby Chris BrownJuly 15, 2011

The Green Fleet Price Tag

Taking a hard-numbers approach to your vehicles’ tailpipe emissions and lifecycle cost data will help you improve your ecological footprint without breaking the bank.

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ArticlesJuly 15, 2011

Real-World Rollback

Business Fleet catches up with old friends to put a 2011 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab with a rollback wrecker package through its paces.

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Articlesby Sean LydenJuly 15, 2011

10 Factors in Spec’ing Drive-Axle Ratios for Medium-Duty Trucks

There is a wide range of drive-axle ratios for medium-duty trucks. Considering drive-axle ratio impacts a truck’s top-end speed, load-pulling ability, and overall fuel economy, fleet managers must choose carefully.

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherJuly 15, 2011

Latest Trends in Vocational Truck Fleet Applications

Rightsizing and downsizing, use of alternative fuels, and the increased use of fleet management companies are a few of the current trends seen in the vocational work truck fleet segment.

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ArticlesJuly 13, 2011

10 Ways to Become a Depreciation Management Pro

In North America, depreciation is generally the largest operating expense for a vehicle fleet. Fleet managers must know what depreciation is, how it is applied, and how a corporate fleet program influences this key cost driver.

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