Hybrid Lift Truck Helps Utilities Clean the Air
On the job, lift trucks often have to spend the day idling. A plug-in hybrid lift truck can cut much of that fuel use and emissions, while maintaining complete usability.
On the job, lift trucks often have to spend the day idling. A plug-in hybrid lift truck can cut much of that fuel use and emissions, while maintaining complete usability.
Head curtain side airbags and enhanced technology glass (ETG) are standard on passenger vans. ETG is a special three-layer glass designed to reduce the risk of ejection during a crash.
Hino’s 2008-MY lineup meets EPA emissions standards with a diesel particulate reduction system based on technology proven on more than 1.2 billion miles.
Nearly every driver has a reason to justify speeding, talking on a cell phone while at the wheel, or following too closely. A safe driving training expert rebuffs those excuses.
After incorporating Toyota Camry Hybrids into its fleet, the medical systems provider will decrease its carbon footprint and save $3K-$4K in fuel costs during each vehicle’s lifecycle.
The Impala and Silverado capture this year’s honors in a competition that also marks a ‘three-peat’ award for the Impala. Fleet professionals voted their selection online from a field of 64 cars and 37 light-duty trucks.
Depreciation continues to be the largest fleet expense; however, fuel, as a percent of total fleet cost is growing (rapidly). Fuel expense is influencing vehicle acquisition strategies, with a direct bearing on future depreciation.
ARI’s program helps truck and diesel vehicle fleets shrink their overall emissions footprint, while improving vehicle efficiency and lowering fuel consumption.
Chevrolet offers refined styling, fuel-efficient powertrains, a hybrid model, and a flexible ordering package with its redesigned mid-size sedan.
A ‘rugged and advanced’ design theme, updated chassis, and improved cargo space give the 2008 Toyota Sequoia the ability to work hard.
Although in-house management of an executive fleet is extremely time-consuming, reimbursement is a less cost-effective alternative. I argue that, in general, a company-administered executive vehicle fleet is a better choice than reimbursement.
Fleet operating costs have increased, but at a slower pace than 2006. Across all vehicle segments, this increase was directly attributable to increased fuel costs, with a domino effect for other oil-based products such as tires.
A PHH FirstFleet study found a ‘sweet spot’ where fuel efficiency and performance are maximized. The research highlighted other fuel-economizing steps.
It’s been a year since stricter EPA regulations aimed at reducing sulfur content in diesel fuel became effective. Most fleets surveyed report no problems, although cold weather and vehicle age may present issues.
The increased electrical loads on new trucks from advanced engine, transmission, and brake systems have given rise to the need for new battery technology.
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