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ArticlesCover StoryOctober 5, 2012

Fleet MY-2012 Order-to-Delivery Times Improve Slightly

Key factors causing OTD delays were increased vehicle volumes due to continued auto industry sales growth, lengthy quality holds, parts shortages, ongoing railcar shortages, recalls, plant changes, and weather-related issues.

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ArticlesSeptember 4, 2012

Spotlight on Key Fleet Remarketing Leaders: Past and Present

Vehicle remarketing has come a long way since J.D. Rawls held his first auction in 1938. As these 23 leaders show, the industry continues to grow and evolve.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Grace SuizoMay 15, 2012

A Journey to the Top: Lee Miller Named 2012 Fleet Manager of the Year

Lee Miller, senior manager of fleet services for Boehringer Ingelheim, has come a long way from her early days feeling “out of place” in the fleet industry. She shares the 33-year journey that has led her to earn the prestigious title of 2012 Professional Fleet Manager of the Year.

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Articlesby Grace SuizoApril 3, 2012

Off the Clock: The More Personal Side of Fleet

The fleet industry is filled with tons of interesting personalities. Get to know personal details about some familiar faces in the business.

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherApril 3, 2012

Voices From the Past: Highlights From the 'Best of the Best'

A lot can change in a few years. Past Fleet Manager of the Year Award winners share their thoughts on the changes and challenges since winning the prestigious award and share tips on how you can become a winner — every day in fleet.

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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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Articlesby Sean LydenNovember 3, 2011

Smart Strategies for Extending Medium-Duty Truck Replacement Cycles

In today’s uncertain economic times, it is not unusual to push out truck replacement cycles. While an attractive short-term tactic, fleet managers need to be aware of the long-term consequences.

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ArticlesCover StoryOctober 11, 2011

Natural Calamities Impact MY-2011 Order-To-Delivery Times

Last April’s earthquake in Japan and subsequent tsunami disrupted the automotive supply chain, causing parts shortages, which delayed order-to-delivery times. Extreme weather conditions also impacted vehicle shipments.

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Articlesby Grace SuizoDecember 28, 2010

Focus on Fuel Efficiency

Challenging drivers to engage in more fuel-efficient driving practices is just one effective method for cutting down on fuel use and reducing a fleet’s carbon footprint.

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Articlesby Grace SuizoDecember 28, 2010

Focus on Fuel Efficiency

Challenging drivers to engage in more fuel-efficient driving practices is just one effective method for cutting down on fuel use and reducing a fleet’s carbon footprint.

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