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Remarketingby Mike AntichSeptember 6, 2011

Forecast of Medium-Duty Resale Values for 2011-2012

There is a shortage of medium-duty trucks in the wholesale market due to the low volume of new units ordered from 2007 to 2010. This inventory shortage is forecast to persist for several years. The net result is higher resale values.

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Vehicle Researchby Sean LydenSeptember 6, 2011

The Fundamentals of Spec'ing Work Trucks for Towing

Despite being similar in size, medium-duty trucks offer a wide variance in maximum towing capacities - from 5,000 lbs. to more than 11,000 lbs.

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Vehicle Researchby StaffSeptember 6, 2011

Cab-Forward vs. Cutaway Van: Which is Better for Delivery Fleets?

The choice of one truck type over the other depends on a fleet’s needs. Answering some key questions can make the decision easier.

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Maintenanceby Sean LydenSeptember 6, 2011

What Fleet Managers Should Know About Synthetic Oils

Brought to U.S. market in 1972, synthetic motor oil is produced by most major oil manufacturers. Differences between synthetic and conventional oils, including cost, are examined.

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Vehicle ResearchCover Storyby Lauren FletcherSeptember 6, 2011

Isuzu Gases Up N-Series, Launches All-New REACH Commercial Van

Isuzu is in full production with its gas-powered N-Series and ready for fleets to hit the road in the all-new REACH commercial van.

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Vehicle Researchby Greg BasichSeptember 5, 2011

GM's Jeff Haag Discusses Fleet and Commercial Division Plans and Upcoming Products

In June 2011, General Motors appointed one of its veteran employees, Jeff Haag, to the position of director of national accounts for GM Fleet and Commercial Operations (FCO). Automotive Fleet interviewed Haag about his plans and goals for GM’s FCO division.

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Small Fleetby Chris BrownJuly 15, 2011

The Green Fleet Price Tag

Taking a hard-numbers approach to your vehicles’ tailpipe emissions and lifecycle cost data will help you improve your ecological footprint without breaking the bank.

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Small Fleetby Jennifer WashingtonJuly 15, 2011

Budget-Savvy Routing Solutions

From route optimization to voice navigation, mobile phone mapping and search engine integration, these familiar software and web-based mapping tools offer enhanced trip planning for little to no cost.

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Small Fleetby Chris Brown and Tariq KamalJuly 15, 2011

Real-World Rollback

Business Fleet catches up with old friends to put a 2011 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab with a rollback wrecker package through its paces.

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Safetyby Tariq KamalJuly 15, 2011

5 Truck Trailering Mistakes to Avoid

What are the top trailering mistakes? GM’s resident expert outlines five common mistakes fleet operators must avoid ensuring safe and productive trailering.

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