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Leasing

Learn the latest in automotive fleet leasing management. The Leasing channel focuses on products, services, research, trends and industry insight by the leasing experts. This section also focuses on how-to’s, best practices, new leasing developments and profiles of companies in the fleet leasing industry.
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Safety & Accident

Targeted news and advice on the Safety and Risk-related issues critical to fleet management. Extensive coverage of safety news, product reviews, cost calculators, accident management, driver training and comprehensive archives.
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Remarketing

Get the expert information and research you need for fleet remarketing. Learn how to increase vehicle residuals while effectively using resale channels and lowering deprecation costs from the articles, tools and expert insight provided in this comprehensive channel.
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Fuel Management

The Fuel Management channel offers news, articles, tools and company profiles on one of the most important issues facing fleet managers. Examine the latest on managing fuel costs, trends and forecasts and learn best practices from experts in the fleet industry.
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Mobility

View strategies for how to increase real-time control and communication within your fleet. The resources provided in this channel will educate you on how to enhance the capabilities of your drivers and field workers to meet customer expectations.
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Green Fleet

Learn from the experts at Automotive Fleet the ways companies are greening their fleets. The Green Fleet Channel brings you the latest in the reduction of fuel costs and alternative energy solutions for fleet cars and trucks.
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GPS / Telematics

The Telematics section offers news, articles and tips on the latest technology for routing your fleets as well as providing safety and security with GPS and related technology.
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Software

Software plays an increasingly important role for fleet managers in improving costs, safety and efficiency. Learn from our in depth software related articles, news and profiles about fleet management software.
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Maintenance

Learn the latest on fleet vehicle maintenance from our news entries and articles. We offer product updates, maintenance cost stories, and company profiles.
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Vehicle Research

Fleet Vehicle Research channel provides all the vehicle product news in one handy section. Get the latest on what’s new from the OEMs, vehicle descriptions and specs and the latest on technology advances and more.
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RESEARCH AND BEST PRACTICES
Short-Term Leasing Benefits
Learn how you can save capital expenses through short-term vehicle leasing for special events, seasonal activities, contract or project fullfilment needs.
Real Cost of Delivery
This whitepaper outlines and analyzes the real cost of vehicle delivery. You will be able to calculate your transport costs using the formulas provided.
Distracted Driving Whitepaper – Understanding Your Fleet’s Risk and Liability
This 14 page whitepaper examines the deadly practice of driving while using a mobile device and the impact such behavior can have on a fleet’s liability. It also addresses innovative solutions that are being developed in response to the growing problem.
Investing in Fleet Tracking Yields Substantial ROI
By tracking and monitoring your fleet with GPS, you can save money on fuel consumption, increase productivity, reduce overtime costs, lower risk, and even cut down roadside assistance costs. Read how Kennecott Utah Copper achieved a 1,500% ROI by embracing fleet tracking.
Hidden Costs That Eat Away At Your Fuel Budget
Could you be wasting money and not even know it? Download our white paper to identify ways your company can reduce fuel management costs.
What Will Your Next Crash Really Cost?
After reading our first white paper, “Enlist the Aid of ‘Road warriors’ to Help Predict Your Next Crash,” you know at-fault crashes are predictable. In this White Paper, Number Two of our series, you will learn that, since at-fault crashes are predictable, they are also preventable through the use of new technology.
Executive Report: How to Use GPS to Measure a Quality Stop
The next step in using GPS tracking technology is to manage miles, fuel and customer activity together to achieve greater net profit per visit.
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Archive

Decisive Telematics Action Steps for Fleets in 2010

12/17/2009

Date: Thursday, December 17, 2009
Time: 11:00 a.m., PST, 2:00 p.m. EST

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Morgan Stanley & Goldman Sachs Forecast $100-per-Barrel Oil in 2011

By Mike Antich
Goldman Sachs was the first to forecast a $100-plus-per-barrel crude oil price when the bank issued a research report last November, which called for a $110-per-barrel average price for West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude in 2011. Morgan Stanley released a similar report in January and targets $95-per-barrel of WTI futures by December 2010, with an average price of $100 per barrel in 2011.

Fleets are Facing an Era of Higher Taxation

By Mike Antich
In 2009, of every $100 spent on fleet, $5 was consumed by taxes. This compares to $4.10 in 2006 and $3 in 1983. The recession has caused sales and property tax revenues to plummet creating widespread shortfalls in government budget funding. States and other governmental jurisdictions are scrambling to find new ways to generate new tax revenues. Again, commercial fleets are in their cross-hairs.

The State of Commercial Fleet Management in 2010

By Mike Antich

Fleet Predictions for the 2010 Calendar-Year

By Mike Antich

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Work Truck - January/February 2010

In This Issue:
Here are the Highlights

  • RAM Introduces 2011 RAM Chassis Cabs
  • Class 4-7 Truck Market 2010 Outlook: Mix of Good, Bad & Ugly
  • DEF: A New Variable in Managing Truck Fleets
    And much more…


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    MAGAZINE

    January 2010

    In This Issue:

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    Ram Introduces 2011 Chassis Cabs

    Ram adds a Crew Cab model to the 2011-MY 3500, 4500, and 5500 Chassis Cab series. The new models feature all-new styling, enhanced upfitting accommodations, and 2010 emissions-compliant diesel engines.

    Class 4-7 Truck Market 2010 Outlook: Mix of Good, Bad & Ugly

    While small points of optimism signal the economy finally may be starting to recover, that recovery is weak. Truck sales this year will be barely better than the dismal 2009 market.

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    Comprehensive Fuel Management: More than Controlling Margins

    Companies are seeking creative ways to blunt the impact of volatile fuel costs on fleet budgets. A hedging program can be an invaluable tool to help manage the price of fuel and offset the risk of adverse price movements.

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    DEF: A New Variable in Managing Truck Fleets

    DEF is an acronym for diesel exhaust fluid used by diesel engines incorporating selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology. As of Jan.1, DEF is now required for SCR-diesels to meet 2010 EPA emission standards.

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    Ford Introduces Super Duty First-Responder Vehicle

    The new 2011 Ford F-550 Super Duty includes first responder-oriented features, as well as Live Drive Power Take Off for diesel customers.

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    Penske Truck Leasing Sells used Trucks on eBay Motors

    Penske Truck Leasing has expanded its reach with a new eBay Motors storefront, creating buzz with an innovative and entrepreneurial sales strategy expansion.

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    Caution: Welding Wheels Is Dangerous

    The heat build-up from welding a wheel can produce serious safety hazards to technicians and drivers and violates OSHA regulations. Heat from other sources as tire fires or sealants can also pose dangers.

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    Isuzu Launches New Initiatives to Manage Vehicle Maintenance Costs

    Isuzu Commercial Truck of America Inc. introduces the Priority Service Maintenance Program to provide truck fleet managers guaranteed preventive maintenance with fixed parts and labor expenses.

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    Del-Air Sees Big Cost Reductions Through Creative Processes

    The Florida-based heating, air conditioning, and electrical company uses out-of-the-box thinking to increase fuel efficiency.