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July 2008, Work Truck - Feature

Cyclng Truck Bodies: Is It a Good or Bad Idea?

By Joe Bohn

As the cost of truck bodies increases due to rising material costs, recycling bodies on new chassis can become more attractive. However, the cost of vehicle downtime to allow for remounting needs to be taken into account.

Tags: GE Capital Solutions Fleet Services , Kansas City Central Fleet, Mini-Pumpers, Palm Beach County, Florida, Recycling, Truck Bodies

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The Credit Crisis Impact on Fleet? Look to 1973 for Clues

By Mike Antich
Fuel prices hit record highs. The cost of financing a fleet doubles. Used-vehicle values plummet. Dealers are unable to sell the vehicles they have in inventory. Geopolitically, the U.S. is embroiled in war and the macro-economy teeters on recession. If you think I'm talking about 2008, think again. The year was 1973.

Used-Vehicle Market Nosedives in October: More Downward Movement Anticipated

By Mike Antich
October was an extremely difficult month to remarket vehicles in the wholesale market as resale prices took a precipitous drop. Wholesale pricing, based on mixed mileage and seasonally adjusted, declined a record 6 percent in October. The lack of credit to both dealers and retail buyers has been the key catalyst contributing to the downturn in the wholesale market. The market forecast is gloomy until the credit gridlock is resolved.

Don't Let Drivers Grow Complacent with Lower Fuel Prices

By Mike Antich

94% of Fleet Managers Don’t Know the Whereabouts of Their Fleet Vehicles

By Mike Antich

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Special Finance - September 2008

In This Issue:
What is the Future of the Subprime Market?, The Maine Attraction, eContracting for BHPH Dealers and much more…

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