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Remarketingby StaffApril 16, 2010

10 Myths About Fleet Management

Some are serious, some are fun, but there are a number of myths about fleet management (and fleet managers) that can skew both management’s, as well as drivers’, view of the job and the person.

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Safetyby Richard D. AlanizMarch 30, 2010

Should Companies Charge Employees Deductibles for Preventable Accidents?

Several questions must be asked and answered prior to adopting a corporate policy of charging deductibles for preventable accidents.

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Green Fleetby Sean LydenMarch 11, 2010

EPA New Ruling Impacts Medium-Duty Fleets

Effective Jan. 1, the heavy-duty onboard diagnostic (HD OBD) ruling requires truck manufacturers install OBD systems on trucks 14,001-lbs. GVWR or greater.

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Maintenanceby Mike MangesMarch 11, 2010

Trailer Tire Trends: Fuel Economy & Downtime Remain Big Concerns

Reducing trailer-tire rolling resistance is a goal for most fleets. These tires take more abuse and are more likely to experience en route failure than any other tire position.

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Safetyby Cheryl KnightMarch 11, 2010

Risk Management: Best Practices of a Safe Fleet Operation

Is your fleet safe? Minimize driver risk and lower accident rates through a safety and risk management program. Whether outsourced or run in-house, a comprehensive program is critical.

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Technologyby Lauren FletcherMarch 11, 2010

Telematics Use Grows in Work Truck Fleets

From tracking preventive maintenance to reducing vehicle idling and fuel consumption, truck-based fleets are adding telematics devices to their fleet vehicles to improve operations.

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Vehicle Researchby Chris BrownMarch 11, 2010

How to 'Right Spec' Your Trucks and Vans

Downsizing to a smaller truck or van can improve your total cost — if you can afford the downgrade in capabilities.

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Green Fleetby Lauren FletcherMarch 11, 2010

Roush Offers Propane-Fueled Ford E-Series Vans

Meeting super ultra low emission vehicle (SULEV) II emission standards, Roush's line of propane-fueled Ford E-Series vans was prompted by fleet manager interest.

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Safetyby Chad SimonMarch 11, 2010

P&H Deploys New-Generation Crane Technology

A partnership between P&H Mining Equipment, Stellar Industries, and Equipment Upfitters allows P&H crane operators to safely lift and move heavy equipment without fear of overload.

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Green Fleetby Ashley WillisMarch 11, 2010

Freightliner M2 112 Goes All-Natural

Portland, Ore.-based Freightliner introduces the Business Class M2 112 NG, its first natural gas-powered truck. 2010 EPA emissions-compliant, the truck is targeted for natural gas utilities, port operations, and municipalities.

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