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NewsOctober 23, 2006

Hino 2007 Engine Surcharge Will Be $3,950

ORANGEBURG, NY – Hino Trucks has informed its dealers that the 2007 EPA-compliant engine surcharge will be $3,950. Because of Hino's ability to share technology with trucks in Japan, to meet the Japan 2005 emission regulations, the company can provide its customers with a lower surcharge, as many of its competitors have announced 2007 EPA surcharges in the range of $4,500 to $5,700.

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Market TrendsOctober 17, 2006

Vehicle Complexity is Introducing New Fleet Costs

Fleet vehicles last longer. They are safer. They are more technologically advanced. Quality has never been higher. But, as a result, they are much more complex. Automotive technology helps reduce fleet costs, but, in other instances, it introduces entirely new fleet costs, which were hitherto unknown.

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NewsOctober 17, 2006

New Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel Hits Pumps Nationwide

WASHINGTON, D.C. – More than 8 million diesel-powered trucks and buses in the United States are now able to fill up with a new, ultra-low sulfur fuel that is 97-percent cleaner than the old formulation it replaces. The new fuel, combined with improved engine technology, will reduce diesel tailpipe pollution.

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NewsOctober 10, 2006

Southland Fleet Operators to Learn About Alternative-Fuel Options at Southern California Clean Vehicle Technology Expo

SANTA MONICA, CA – Southern California Clean Vehicle Technology Expo's official host, the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD), has invited public and private fleet managers, vehicle and infrastructure purchasing directors, maintenance managers, directors of transportation, county fleet supervisors, mayors, councilmembers, and others to learn about the latest in clean-vehicle technology.

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Articlesby Mike AntichOctober 1, 2006

Vehicle Complexity is Introducing New Fleet Costs

Fleet vehicles last longer. They are safer. They are more technologically advanced. Quality has never been higher. But, as a result, they are much more complex. Automotive technology helps reduce fleet costs, but, in other instances, it introduces entirely new fleet costs, which were hitherto unknown.

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NewsSeptember 29, 2006

GM to Deploy Fuel Cell Vehicle Test

DETROIT --- As part of its "Project Driveway" deployment plan, General Motors intends to build more than 100 Chevrolet Equinox fuel cell vehicles and begin placing them with drivers in the fall of 2007, reported Technology News Daily.

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NewsSeptember 26, 2006

Georgia Power Equips Fleet Vehicles With New Back-Up Sensors From Autero

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Autero's safety technology can now be found on 400 of Georgia Power's fleet vehicles.

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NewsSeptember 26, 2006

Networkcar Selected as Finalist in AeA High Tech Awards

SAN DIEGO – Networkcar has been selected as a finalist for the AeA High Tech Awards. Networkcar was chosen in the category ‘Computers and Related Products.' The AeA recognizes local technology companies for their achievements in technological innovation, civic contributions, and industry accomplishments.

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NewsSeptember 15, 2006

Scientists Redesigning Crops for Biofuel Production

NEW YORK --- A growing number of biotechnology companies are working to engineer crops to make ethanol production more efficient, according to a report in the New York Times.

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NewsSeptember 12, 2006

Goodyear Launches Fuel-Efficient Truck Tire Lines

AKRON, OHIO - The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has introduced a new fuel-efficient commercial tire technology and three new tires for long-haul trucks. The line includes new steer, drive, and trailer tires and retreads for a complete ‘cradle-to-grave; tire system for trucking fleets and owner-operators.

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