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Green Fleetby Shelley MikaJanuary 9, 2009

Wirelessly Keeping New York City Streets Clean

With on-the-street inspectors and a wireless reporting system, New York City is making a big dent in street maintenance.

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Vehicle Researchby Russ CassDecember 1, 2008

Improving Order-to-Delivery Times: You Want Your Truck When?

When it comes time to acquire a new truck, small fleets need it “yesterday.” If you can’t choose a vehicle to your specs and with your equipment out of dealer stock, then yesterday can turn into weeks, or even months. Here are seven tips to help shorten the order-to-delivery process.

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Vehicle Researchby Cindy BrauerDecember 1, 2008

'Eco' Issues Top of Mind at Ford Advisory Board Meeting

Fleet professionals who form Ford’s Fleet Advisory Board participated in Eco-Driving training and tested the new EcoBoost engine, which, the automaker says, delivers V-8 performance to V-6 engines with better mpg.

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Small Fleetby Colin SutherlandNovember 1, 2008

Using GPS to Measure a Quality Stop

The next step in using GPS tracking technology is to manage miles, fuel and customer activity together to achieve greater net profit per visit.

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Small Fleetby Chris BrownNovember 1, 2008

New Ford F-150 Gets to Work

BF gave the all-new 2009 Ford F-150 a beating to prove its best-in-class features.

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Leasingby Grace LauronNovember 1, 2008

ARI Hosts Fleet Management Workshop in So. Cal.

Thirty-five fleet professionals from 20 agencies participated in a two-day fleet management seminar event, hosted by Automotive Resources International.

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Operationsby Cindy BrauerNovember 1, 2008

NTEA Work Truck Show Heads to Chicago

For the first time, the National Truck Equipment Association will stage its annual conference in the Windy City, offering more than 40 intensive educational programs and the “world’s largest vocational truck show.”

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Fuelby Dan KratzNovember 1, 2008

New Work Engines of Tomorrow

From hybrids to electric vehicles, it is important to have the right fuel to drive down fuel costs.

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Operationsby Lauren FletcherNovember 1, 2008

Mastering the Road: Expert Insights on Optimizing Vehicle Graphics for Fleet Managers

Utilized as advertisements or mobile billboards, vehicle graphics can give fleet vehicles an identity. The pros advise not to make designs too busy or complicated, and communicate needs and requirements clearly.

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UpfittingCover Storyby Sean LydenNovember 1, 2008

6 Pros & Cons: Aluminum vs. FRP Van Bodies

Each material offers benefits and drawbacks. Aluminum may be less expensive, but fiberglass reinforced plywood (FRP) is sturdier. Evaluate your truck application to determine which factors matter most.

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