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ArticlesCover StoryFebruary 1, 2012

Fleet Vehicle Selection: Evolving With the Market

Although the basic process is the same, the criteria, options, and driver needs for the selection of fleet vehicles have evolved over the years. Where the industry was, is, and will be is an interesting story.

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ArticlesNovember 18, 2011

Fleet Selectors: How They Have Changed

Just as vehicles have changed over the decades, so have the selector forms fleet managers have used. Vehicle specifications have gone through significant changes, having been impacted by the economy, products and programs offered by manufacturers, operational requirements of the vehicles themselves, and the emergence of the import vehicle.

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ArticlesNovember 9, 2011

How to Deal With 'Cry Baby' Drivers

Any fleet manager will admit you can’t please everybody, but some people are never happy. Here’s how to keep chronically unhappy drivers from giving you a headache.

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NewsDecember 28, 2009

Top 2009 News: Fleet Managers React to Chrysler's Chapter 11 Filing

Commercial fleet managers have expressed sourcing loyalty to Chrysler, but key concerns remain about unbuilt units, downsizing of the dealer network, and whether a lengthy bankruptcy proceeding will impact 2010 selector development.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichJuly 21, 2009

More Diverse Vehicle Selectors: Will the U.S. Mirror Europe’s Fleet Market?

Diverse vehicle selectors offering multiple makes and models are relatively common among European corporate fleets. One of the many reasons is the fragmented fleet market shares of each OEM. In Europe, a large number of nameplates compete for the same commercial fleet business. Could the same future unfold for the U.S. fleet market over the next decade?

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichJune 15, 2009

Commercial Fleets Reveal 2010-MY Buying Intentions

Fleet ordering for the 2010 model-year is shaping up to be higher than 2009-MY, but that's not saying much since 2009 was such an abysmal year. Many commercial fleets deferred 2009-model ordering. Some fleets purchased no replacement vehicles and skipped the 2009 ordering cycle altogether. A large number of commercial fleets decreased the volume of their 2009 ordering and are now playing catch-up with the 2010 model-year.

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NewsMay 1, 2009

Fleet Managers React to Chrysler’s Chapter 11 Filing

Commercial fleet managers have expressed sourcing loyalty to Chrysler, but key concerns remain about unbuilt units, downsizing of the dealer network, and whether a lengthy bankruptcy proceeding will impact 2010 selector development.

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ArticlesCover StoryJanuary 15, 2009

Executive Fleet Vehicle Programs: Important or Politically Incorrect?

Executive fleet programs are highly valued by management and many corporations, yet some companies are moving away from executive vehicle fleets. Here are opinions from both sides of the debate.

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Articlesby Joe BohnJuly 1, 2008

How to Select & Specify Service Bodes

Developing an optimum service body specification selection requires considerable forethought. Research available options and utilize end-user input to guide your decision.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Cindy BrauerApril 1, 2008

How Fleets Tackle Rising Fuel Costs

Fleets most successful at managing fuel costs have found that no single tactic is the solution. A multipronged strategy produces the best results.

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