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Operations•by Lisajoyce Vergara•October 1, 2008

Chrysler 2009-MY Fleet Preview

Chrysler’s 2009-MY Fleet Preview included a ride-and-drive on the back roads of Colorado. The event drew nearly 500 attendees.

Vehicle Research•Cover Story•by Mike Antich•October 1, 2008

Mixed 2008 OTD Performance: Some Models Up, Some Down

This was an interesting order-to-delivery year. A protracted UAW strike and flooding in the Midwest delayed some models, while others posted improved OTD due to reduced retail sales, which expedited fleet production.

Vehicle Research•by Chad Simon•October 1, 2008

New OEM Technologies Advance Driver Safety

The latest active and passive safety features from manufacturers go beyond seatbelts, airbags, and electronic stability control to such technologies as pre-collision warning systems and dynamic radar cruise control sensors.

Small Fleet•by Cindy Brauer•September 1, 2008

Audi Introduces 2009 A4 to Fleet

A group of 43 fleet professionals tested the newest iteration of Audi’s mid-size sedan on the racetrack, against competitors, and in the hills of California’s Sonoma wine country.

Small Fleet•by Daryl Lubinsky •September 1, 2008

High Fuel Costs Push Companies Toward a Managed Fleet Program

Two home healthcare providers implement ways to control fleet costs using their managed fleet programs, which would not have been possible under a reimbursement plan.

Small Fleet•by Chris Brown•September 1, 2008

Is Diesel Still a Good Deal?

Skyrocketing pump prices and disparate gas and diesel fuel costs prompted us to take a new look at diesel-powered vehicles.

Small Fleet•by Chad Simon•September 1, 2008

Hybrid Large Trucks: The Road to Viability

Through the support of WestStart CALSTART’s Hybrid Truck Users Forum, 13 utility fleets became early adopters of medium- and heavy-duty hybrid truck technology. Fleet managers report substantial fuel savings and few maintenance issues, though greater production is needed to drive premiums down.

Small Fleet•by Chris Brown•September 1, 2008

Towing the Line

We gave two seasoned tow truck operators a 2008 Dodge Ram 5500 with a wrecker package for a true workout and let them sound off on the results.

Vehicle Research•by Staff•September 1, 2008

Ford 2009-MY Fleet Preview

Ford held its 2009 Model-Year Fleet Preview at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, June 16-18. The preview was attended by more than 800 fleet customers and suppliers, including participants from the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Ford’s export and growth markets.

Vehicle Research•by Mike Guardabascio & Chris Brown•September 1, 2008

Can Neighborhood Electric Vehicles Work for Your Fleet?

With environmental benefits, low operating costs, and application flexibility, NEVs may offer a viable alternative for your fleet. Yet there is much to consider before taking the leap to fully battery-powered vehicles.

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