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Small Fleetby Tariq KamalJanuary 24, 2012

Showroom - Ford Transit Connect Electric: Plug and Work

In its initial run of up to 1,000 units a year, Ford will sell the van almost exclusively to fleet and for other commercial uses that will limit its use to regular, predetermined routes from a central location.

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Small Fleetby Tariq KamalJanuary 24, 2012

Showroom - Buick Verano Brings Luxury, Detroit Style

Fleet buyers tasked with finding a luxury compact for less will be compelled to take a hard look at the Verano.

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Small Fleetby Tariq KamalJanuary 23, 2012

The Juggler: How a Fleet Manager Moves a Circus

For the Big Apple Circus, transporting this small fleet requires a big top’s worth of planning. Learn how Tom Larson and his crew take the circus on the road, where the fleet manager becomes the ringmaster.

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Green Fleetby Grace Suizo & Chris WolskiJanuary 3, 2012

Best Practices in Truck Fleet Cost Control

Fleets looking to lower operational costs should focus on strategies designed to cut back on fuel and maintenance expenses.

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Green Fleetby Sean LydenJanuary 1, 2012

State of Propane Autogas in Light- & Medium-Duty Truck Fleets

A homegrown fuel, propane autogas provides many environmental benefits, as well as decreased maintenance costs and increased engine longevity.

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Vehicle Researchby Lauren FletcherJanuary 1, 2012

Start Your Engines! Isuzu Reach Begins Production

The Isuzu walk-in commercial van has started production at the Utilimaster facility in Wakarusa, Ind. Ideal for delivery applications, the vehicle features 35-percent better fuel economy than traditional commercial vans.

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Vehicle Researchby Sean LydenJanuary 1, 2012

It's a Lightweight Material World

There is no one-size-fits-all lightweight materials solution for work trucks. Experts weigh in about the pros and cons of aluminum, fiberglass composites, advanced high-strength steel, plastic composites, and carbon fiber.

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Operationsby Sean LydenJanuary 1, 2012

A Fleet Manager's Survival Guide for Doing More with Less

In today’s lean economy, fleet managers have fewer resources and greater demands on their time, staff, and vehicles. Surviving these tough times includes managing stress and looking for the “upside” to the down economy.

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Vehicle ResearchCover Storyby Mike AntichJanuary 1, 2012

Mitsubishi Fuso 'Reinvents' its FE/FG Cabover Series

The 2012 Class 3, 4, and 5 cabovers are a completely new design; engineered to provide both performance and fuel economy. One innovation is the use of a dual clutch automated manual transmission, a first for commercial trucks.

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Small Fleetby Mike AntichDecember 29, 2011

BMW North America Holds First-Ever Fleet Preview

The three-day event featured a tour of the BMW manufacturing facility in Spartanburg, S.C., and driver training at the BMW Performance Center. BMW AG executives discussed global fleet capabilities and sustainability initiatives.

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