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Vehicle Researchby Mike AntichOctober 31, 2012

Where Do You Get Your Fleet Information?

It’s a simple question, but a complex answer. Print publications, online newsletters, industry conferences, fleet management company resources, and factory reps and OEM websites form key components of the answer.

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Vehicle Researchby Grace SuizoOctober 25, 2012

Mercedes-Benz Showcases a Smorgasbord of Sprinters

Demonstrating its ability to fulfill the needs of a variety of businesses, at a recent media event in Chicago, the automaker invited several of its upfitters to display the many different faces of the Sprinter.

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Green FleetCover Storyby Chris WolskiOctober 25, 2012

Truck Fleets Use Common 'Cents' to Save Dollars

In today’s era of tight budgets, truck fleet managers are using innovative ways from rightsizing to decreasing maintenance costs to shortcycling to save money and boost efficiency.

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Vehicle ResearchCover Storyby Mike Antich, Lauren Fletcher, and Chris WolskiOctober 5, 2012

Fleet MY-2012 Order-to-Delivery Times Improve Slightly

Key factors causing OTD delays were increased vehicle volumes due to continued auto industry sales growth, lengthy quality holds, parts shortages, ongoing railcar shortages, recalls, plant changes, and weather-related issues.

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Vehicle Researchby StaffOctober 5, 2012

A Fleet Manager's Guide: Negotiating Manufacturer Programs

It’s become a regular part of the fleet process: Manufacturers offer “rifle shot” pricing programs to willing fleet customers. Here’s how the process begins, what to look for, and how it can help reduce fleet costs.

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Small Fleetby Lauren FletcherOctober 5, 2012

Trends in Executive Fleet Vehicle Management

Fleets utilize executive vehicle programs as compensation or perks. Several luxury automakers discuss their programs and current trends.

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Small Fleetby Tariq KamalSeptember 25, 2012

Showroom - Ford C-Max: Detroit Takes Aim at the Prius

Built to beat the fuel efficiency of the Toyota Prius v and Toyota Prius Plug-In, the C-Max vehicles are an attractive lineup for the eco-conscious fleet buyer.

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Small Fleetby Tariq KamalSeptember 25, 2012

Showroom - Cadillac ATS: Big Luxury in a Compact Package

The 2013 Cadillac ATS will be popular among spendthrift fleet buyers with a base model that starts at a hair above $33,000.

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Small Fleetby Tariq KamalSeptember 25, 2012

Showroom - Nissan Altima: Mid-size with a Passion

The 2013 Nissan Altima is a must-drive for fleet buyers with refinements ranging from 'zero-gravity' front seats, 16-inch wheels, and keyless ignition and entry.

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Small Fleetby Chris BrownSeptember 24, 2012

Toolbox - When Do EVs Make Sense for Fleets?

A new program using actual drive-cycle data will help fleets answer this question from an economic standpoint.

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