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Green FleetCover Storyby StaffAugust 1, 2008

Fleet Interest in Environmental Issues Grows; Challenges Remain

PHH Arval conducts an annual environmental survey of public and private sector managers. Eighty percent of the surveyed fleet managers reported a growing interest in fleets’ environmental impact at their companies.

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Remarketingby Mike AntichAugust 1, 2008

Perfect Storm Pummels Truck Resale Values

Resale values for pickup trucks have declined by 15-25 percent due to such factors as high fuel prices, tightened consumer credit, and a stagnant construction market.

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Green Fleetby StaffAugust 1, 2008

NEW Green Fleet Conference Set for Chicago, Sept. 15-16

Three Bobit Business Media publications are sponsoring the first-ever Green Fleet Conference 2008. The event will set the stage for a proactive forum on issues related to clean fuel technologies, green fleet vehicles and equipment, and green infrastructures.

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Vehicle Researchby Cheryl KnightAugust 1, 2008

GM's Sounding Board Serves as Conduit to Fleet Industry

The group helps improve performance levels of both GM and its commercial fleet customers. In addition, General Motors’ Fleet and Commercial Sounding Board includes representation from Canada and soon will expand to Mexico.

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Remarketingby Jim HallettAugust 1, 2008

How Technology Will Change Traditional Fleet Remarketing

At the 2008 Conference of Automotive Remarketing (CAR) in Las Vegas, Jim Hallett of ADESA shared his insights on the future of the remarketing industry, in particular, the impact of technology.

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Small Fleetby Paul DexlerJuly 1, 2008

Suzuki: The Right Vehicles at the Right Time

With good fuel economy ratings, a 100,000-mile, seven-year zero-deductible limited powertrain warranty and new incentives, Suzuki is ready to make a splash in fleet.

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Small Fleetby Chris BrownJuly 1, 2008

2009 Dodge Ram: Less Fuel, More Power

For the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram 1500, Dodge engineered 13 percent more power into its new HEMI and still managed an improvement in fuel economy.

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Small Fleetby Chris BrownJuly 1, 2008

The Future of In-Car Communications

”Find me the nearest hardware store that sells Western Red Cedar shingles at the lowest price. Then direct me there.” Talking to your car using telematics, Wi-Fi and mobile computing promise to revolutionize productivity in the vehicle.

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Small Fleetby Daryl Lubinsky July 1, 2008

Considering Alternative Fuels? Funding Help Is Available

Applying for government incentive programs to green your fleet doesn’t have to be daunting, if you know where to look and who can help.

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Upfittingby Joe BohnJuly 1, 2008

Cycling Truck Bodies: Is It a Good or Bad Idea?

As the cost of truck bodies increases due to rising material costs, recycling bodies on new chassis can become more attractive. However, the cost of vehicle downtime to allow for remounting needs to be taken into account.

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