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Green Fleetby Lauren FletcherApril 21, 2009

Roush Introduces Propane-Powered F-250/F-350

After the successful launch of the propane-powered F-150, Roush is introducing a liquid-propane conversion for the F-250 and F-350.

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Safetyby Richard D. AlanizApril 21, 2009

How to Comply with 'Reasonable Accommodations' Mandates

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers accommodate an employee's disability or religion. Strategies and procedures can be developed to guide managers in complying with the regulations without creating "undue hardship" to the company.

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Vehicle Researchby Thi DaoApril 12, 2009

Green Fleet: Frito-Lay Augments Fleet with Higher-MPG Sprinters

Frito-Lay’s addition of 1,200 Sprinters nationwide is part of parent company PepsiCo’s focus on resource conservation.

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Vehicle Researchby StaffApril 12, 2009

Green Fleet: UPS Completes Deployment of 300 New ‘Green’ Trucks

The company’s new compressed natural gas trucks are expected to yield a 20-percent emissions reduction over the cleanest diesel engines available in the market today.

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Vehicle Researchby Lisajoyce VergaraApril 9, 2009

Volvo Introduces All-New S80 Sedan

The 2009 S80 luxury sedan offers safety, style, and performance.

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MaintenanceCover Storyby Cindy Brauer, Lauren Fletcher, & Sean LydenMarch 24, 2009

How to Select A Medium-Duty Truck Transmission

Determining the right transmission for work trucks is based not only on the truck application, but also the right combination of OEM product specifications, including horsepower and torque.

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Safetyby Bob RaybuckMarch 24, 2009

2009 Regulatory Changes Affect Work Trucks

New federal safety standards covering tire pressure monitoring systems, door locks, occupant protection and crash test requirements, and emissions regulations will impact truck body and equipment upfits.

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Operationsby Lisajoyce VergaraMarch 24, 2009

Taking Care of Business: How Ford Work Solutions Helps Manage Truck Fleets

Ford Fleet and Bobit Business Media publications Automotive Fleet and Work Truck magazine joined forces to discuss the latest customer-driven innovation of Ford Work Solutions.

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Green Fleetby Sean LydenMarch 24, 2009

Navigating California's New Ruling on Diesel Emissions

On Dec. 11, 2008, California adopted the most stringent emission standards in the nation for on-road heavy-duty diesel trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) greater than 14,000 lbs.

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Green Fleetby Grace LauronMarch 24, 2009

Malfunction Indicator Mandated for 2010 Emissions Standards

Starting in 2010, OEMs will be required to install dashboard malfunction indicator lights and diagnostic trouble codes on heavy-duty trucks to warn drivers of emission problems.

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