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Green Fleetby Sean LydenJuly 7, 2010

What Fleet Managers Should Know About Idle Limiters

Automatically controlling idling with engine idle limiters can help produce fuel economy savings, lower maintenance costs, and diminish a fleet’s carbon footprint.

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Safetyby Thomas BrayJuly 7, 2010

How to Predict & Address At-Risk Driver Behaviors

If not corrected, certain driving behaviors greatly increase the odds the driver will be involved in a crash. Find out how to avoid on-the-job driving accidents.

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Maintenanceby Sean LydenJuly 7, 2010

7 Questions: Are Extended Warranties Right for Your Trucks?

An extended warranty has benefits, but it may not be ideal for every vehicle in a fleet operation. Consider these seven questions before purchasing an extended warranty.

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Vehicle ResearchCover Storyby Grace SuizoJuly 7, 2010

TerraStar Takes International Truck Lineup to New Level

The addition of the TerraStar Class 4-5 commercial truck equips International’s product lineup to serve truck needs spanning Classes 4-8.

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Vehicle Researchby Mike AntichJune 11, 2010

Volvo Sale to Geely: Assessing the Impact on Fleet

Following its sale, Volvo Cars will remain an independently run company. All U.S.-bound Volvos will continue to be built in Europe to maintain current order-to-delivery times. The promise is to retain Volvo’s “Swedish heart.”

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Operationsby StaffJune 2, 2010

2010 NAFA I&E Highlights

Fleet industry professionals gathered in "Motor City" for the 2010 NAFA Fleet Management Association Institute & Expo (I&E) April 24-27 at the Cobo Center in Detroit.

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Vehicle Researchby Mike AntichMay 28, 2010

Toyota Responds to Fleet Safety Concerns About Unintended Vehicle Acceleration

Cumulatively, 78,000 Toyota models in fleet service are affected by the two voluntary safety recalls. Toyota is working to ensure fleet customers are advised of the facts regarding these recalls and remedies it has implemented.

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Upfittingby Sean LydenMay 12, 2010

Spec'ing Truck Bodies to Prevent Corrosion

Truck bodies rust in salt-laden environments, whether in coastal areas or regions that require road salts for de-icing. To lengthen truck body life — and help contain fleet costs — consider five factors in spec’ing bodies.

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Operationsby Lauren FletcherMay 12, 2010

2011 Duramax 6.6L Turbo Diesel Now Biofuel-Capable

Powering the redesigned 2011 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra heavy-duty pickups and Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans, the revised engine will offer B-20 capability and meet strict ASTM standards.

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Green Fleetby Sean LydenMay 12, 2010

How Does the 2010 EPA Standard Impact Fleet Biodiesel Use?

The EPA’s 2010 standard calls for reductions in nitrogen oxide emissions by 83 percent from the 2007 mandate. Industry experts discuss the new standard’s impact on NOx levels, engine performance, and fuel quality.

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