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Vehicle Researchby Mike AntichMarch 27, 2019

Q&A: Ford's New Fleet Director

Mark Buzzell is no stranger to fleet. As the prior president and CEO of Ford of Canada, one of his key responsibilities was managing its Canadian fleet business. Buzzell understands fleet and recognizes its importance to Ford.

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Vehicle Researchby Eric GandarillaMarch 21, 2019

Designing the 2020 Silverado HD with Fleet in Mind

The heavy-duty segment is an important segment for General Motors. While designing the 2020 Silverado HD, GM made sure to take in fleet input and parlay that input into features that made it into the final product.

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Small Fleetby Chad SimonMarch 20, 2019

Meeting the Challenges of Safely Operating an Urban Fleet 

From Uber drivers to scooter users and pedestrians buried in their cell phones, fleet drivers navigating medium-duty trucks in the big city face an entirely different reality than their suburban or rural counterparts.  

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Technologyby Paul ClintonMarch 19, 2019

Smarter Video Telematics Wave Arrives

An array of new and updated solutions in 2019 will help fleet managers reduce risky driver behavior like never before.

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Operationsby Mike AntichMarch 19, 2019

10 Trends: Vocational Work Trucks Cost of Ownership

Total cost of ownership for vocational truck fleets is trending upward, primarily due to higher fuel prices, increased maintenance costs due to higher labor rates and parts prices, and commodity-driven increases in tire prices.

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Operationsby Lauren FletcherMarch 14, 2019

Trends in Vocational Truck Replacement Cycling

Extending replacements too long can result in added repair and maintenance costs but replacing a vehicle too soon can leave money on the table in terms of vehicle life.

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Vehicle Researchby Paul ClintonMarch 12, 2019

2020 Ford Explorer: 5 Fleet Features

For the pharmaceutical sales and construction fleets that use it, the Explorer provides plenty of fleet-friendly features, such as a roomy interior, comfort, and capabilities that support longer trips and minimize driver fatigue.

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Maintenanceby Lauren FletcherMarch 11, 2019

Predictive Maintenance: Tell Me Something I Don’t Know

Preventive maintenance programs are yesterday’s news. Tomorrow’s fleet manager is working on predicting issues before they even occur.

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Small Fleetby Amy HercherMarch 5, 2019

How to Keep Drivers Happy

Since fleet drivers spend most of their workdays on the road, they may feel more detached from their companies. Managers can help drivers feel more connected by offering opportunities for them to communicate their opinions, participate in company discussions, and take part in incentive programs.

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RemarketingCover Storyby Lauren FletcherMarch 4, 2019

Remarketing in 2018: Minimal Depreciation & Stable Prices

A steady supply, thriving shipping market, and increased demand helped stabilize wholesale values going into 2019.

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