Goodyear to Drop Republic Brand, Boost Kelly

Deferring Vehicle Replacements is Counter-Productive to the Intended Goal

By Mike Antich
During economic uncertainty, senior management demands expense reductions and limits capital expenditures. Since fleet is usually among the top 10 corporate capital expenditures, there is pressure to defer vehicle replacements. However, this cost-containment strategy misses the point that all fleet-related expenses, both fixed and operating, are influenced by when a vehicle is replaced. Cost reductions in acquisitions are often offset by rising costs elsewhere.

Shareholder Pressure for Carbon Disclosure Puts Corporate Fleets in the Cross Hairs

By Mike Antich
A record number of resolutions were filed during the 2009 proxy season by investor groups to get companies to voluntarily disclose data about their "carbon footprints," which includes the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions caused directly and indirectly by their operations. These investors argue companies that disclose and mitigate GHG emissions will be rewarded with higher valuations and a lower cost of capital. At many companies, fleet represents a sizeable percent of their carbon footprint.

Forecast of Order-to-Delivery Times for 2010-MY Fleet Orders

By Mike Antich

Forecast of Fleet Operating Costs for 2010 Calendar-Year

By Mike Antich

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Work Truck - May/June 2009

In This Issue:
Serving Double-Duty: 2nd Win for F-Series Super Duty, Medium-Duty Truck Operating Costs Increased 2008, 10 Common Errors: Complying with Drug & Alcohol Testing Mandates and much more…