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StatisticsJune 1, 2012

2011 Operating Costs Statistics

Statistics covering operating costs.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Mike AntichNovember 23, 2011

Across-the-Board Increases Hit All Operating Costs in CY-2011

Higher fuel prices, ongoing increases in replacement tire prices, more expensive motor oils required by OEMs, increased parts prices, and rising labor rates in high-cost markets have put upward pressure on operating costs.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichOctober 24, 2011

Higher Operating Costs Forecast for CY-2012

Fleet operating costs are forecast to trend higher in calendar-year 2012. Replacement tire prices are expected to increase 6-10 percent due to higher raw material costs and higher commodity prices. In addition, higher commodity prices will put upward pressure on component costs. Similarly, inflation will put upward pressure on labor rates in high-cost markets. The one bright spot is that fuel prices are forecast to remain at 2011 levels due to the ongoing sluggish economy.

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ArticlesJuly 13, 2011

Three Ways to Screw Up Your Fleet Operation

It’s nice to get suggestions and advice from experts on how to better manage your fleet. It’s also good to know what not to do. Here are three tried-and-true ways to screw up your fleet operation.

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StatisticsJune 1, 2011

2010 Operating Costs Statistics

Statistics covering operating costs.

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NewsMay 16, 2011

GE Capital Fleet Services Identifies $59M in Savings for Customers in Q1

EDEN PRAIRIE, MN - GE Capital Fleet Services today announced $59 million in identified customer cost savings for the first quarter of 2011.

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NewsApril 18, 2011

USAA Reduces Operating Costs by 14 Percent, Improves Driver Safety

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – Financial services provider USAA reduced its costs significantly over the last two years, by 14 percent in 2009 and 2010.

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NewsApril 4, 2011

AAA Study Finds Cost of Owning and Operating Vehicle in U.S. Increased

ORLANDO, FL - AAA released the results of its annual “Your Driving Costs” study, which revealed a 3.4-percent rise in the yearly costs to own and operate a sedan in the U.S.

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Articlesby Mike AntichApril 1, 2011

State of the U.S. Commercial Fleet Market: Cost Containment is No.1 Challenge Facing Fleet Managers

A survey of commercial fleet managers identifying the challenges facing their fleets found the overwhelming response focused on escalating costs for acquisition, fuel, maintenance, and accident repairs, while budgets remain constrained.

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ArticlesMarch 11, 2011

How Best Buy Integrates Fleet Into Its Total Brand

Best Buy's GeekMobile is a key icon of the company's image. The unique nature of Geek Squad vehicles and the treatment of those vehicles help solidify the Best Buy brand as "quirky, trustworthy, and expert."

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