The Fleet Manager’s Weekly Cheat Sheet [August 19, 2024]

Need to catch up on what’s new without wading through pages of content? We’ve distilled the essentials into a quick cheat sheet just for you.

 

Here's what our readers are paying attention to this week!

 

Top Work Truck Headlines as of August 19, 2024 

1. Study Shows Which Pickup Trucks Will Last Over 250k Miles [Updated!]
   A recently update study by iSeeCars.com shows the industry-leading longest-lasting pickup trucks.
2. Nissan Unveils the 2025 Frontier with Peace of Mind Standard
   The 2025 Nissan Frontier gives commercial and work truck fleets a powerful and reliable partner for any job or journey.
3. M.H. Eby Names New Truck Body Sales Rep
   Matt Griffith brings valuable experience from his previous role at Atlantic Emergency Solutions.
4. New Mack MD: Larger Cab, More Safety Features
   Mack Trucks has unveiled an updated Mack MD, a medium-duty truck with diesel or electric drivetrain options.
5. What is Cool Paint Technology for Truck Fleets?
   The complicated answer? Embedded metamaterial helps lower cabin temperatures and reduce energy usage. The short answer? It helps take the heat out of summer.
6. August 2024 Diesel Update: All Regions See Price Decreases
   The average price of diesel fuel in the U.S. decreased in all regions again this week. What impact is that having on your fleet?
7. Small Fleet Budgets Still Have Big Opportunities
   Discover expert tips and strategies for small fleet managers to optimize budgets, manage cash flow, and ensure cost-efficiency amidst unique challenges.
8. 5 Things to Know When Buying Work Truck Lighting
   Proper lighting keeps your work trucks and workers safer, but with so many options on the market what do you need to consider before you finalize your purchase decision?
9. AWP Safety Makes Two New Acquisitions
   The acquisitions strengthen AWP Safety’s position as a choice traffic control partner for North America’s utility, broadband, and infrastructure markets.
10. Creating Durability: How Palfinger Makes Mechanics Truck Bodies & Cranes
    Learn how Palfinger North America manufactures its mechanics truck bodies and cranes at its production facility in Council Bluffs, Iowa.