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Newsby StaffJuly 10, 2018

Fleet Operations, Finance Departments Not Seeing Eye to Eye

Corporate finance departments and fleet managers bring different perspectives to priorities such as vehicle acquisition, cost reduction measures, and maintenance and repair that can create obstacles such as "a significant lack of communication," according to a new survey from Fleet Advantage.

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Articlesby Andy LundinJuly 5, 2018

The Economics of Sedans vs. SUVs

Fleets are gravitating away from sedans and toward SUVs/crossovers, due in part to their improved MPG, roomier interior, and AWD options.

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Articlesby Eric GandarillaJuly 5, 2018

Controlling Fuel Costs as Gas Prices Rise

The cost of gasoline has been on the rise this year. These higher gas prices could pose a direct threat to a fleet’s overall costs. Implementing technologies and considering alternative fuel vehicles could help curb costs.

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ArticlesJune 25, 2018

Trends in Vehicle Capital Costs

Depreciation, new vehicle prices, and residual value all affect businesses with mobile workforces – here’s what to expect.

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NewsMay 4, 2018

Federal Reserve Keeps Rates Steady

The Federal Reserve voted unanimously to maintain the target range for the federal funds rate at 1.5% and 1.75% on Wednesday, but hinted at a possible rate hike in June with inflation creeping closer to its 2% goal.

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NewsApril 24, 2018

Fuel, Tires Drive Operating Costs Higher: Element

Higher fuel prices and tire costs increased operating costs for commercial fleets in 2017, according to Element Fleet Management, which released its annual Total Cost of Ownership Index.

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NewsApril 24, 2018

Vincentric Names Best Fleet Values for 2018

Ford or Lincoln vehicles have captured the most awards by a single manufacturer among the 39 vehicles named to Vincentric's Best Fleet Value in America list for the 2018 model year.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichMarch 16, 2018

Upward Pressure on Fleet Costs Threatens to Increase TCO

Recently, I conducted a survey of several hundred fleet managers to identify emerging industry trends. One recurrent theme expressed by fleet managers was the concern that fleet costs are starting to experience upward pricing pressures. Here's what they told me.

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NewsFebruary 10, 2018

Lowest 5-Year Cost-to-Own Vehicles Named

Five General Motors vehicles from the 2018 model year have the lowest cost to own in their categories over a five-year period, while four Toyota or Lexus vehicles also made an annual list from Kelley Blue Book.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichJanuary 22, 2018

Optimized Truck TCO Starts with the Right Specs

Vehicle specifications should be defined by the fleet application and mission requirements. A truism in truck fleet management is to design a truck that will accommodate your operational requirements rather than trying to make your operation conform to the truck. Here's how you do it.

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