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Operationsby Joe BohnNovember 1, 2007

When Do DOT Mandates Apply When Using Trailers?

Extra weight from trailer add-ons may push otherwise underweight vehicles over the DOT-exempt weight limit.

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Green Fleetby Daryl LubinskyNovember 1, 2007

Converting to Biodiesel: A Green Case Study

A contractor for a major mall renovation has switched to 100% biodiesel in his vehicles.

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Vehicle Researchby Joe BohnNovember 1, 2007

Trends in Truck Electric Power Systems

The increased electrical loads on new trucks from advanced engine, transmission, and brake systems have given rise to the need for new battery technology.

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Operationsby Joe BohnNovember 1, 2007

One Year Later: The Impact of ULSD on Diesel Engines

It’s been a year since stricter EPA regulations aimed at reducing sulfur content in diesel fuel became effective. Most fleets surveyed report no problems, although cold weather and vehicle age may present issues.

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Fuelby StaffNovember 1, 2007

Top 5 Tips to Increase Fuel Efficiency

A PHH FirstFleet study found a ‘sweet spot’ where fuel efficiency and performance are maximized. The research highlighted other fuel-economizing steps.

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Operationsby Shelley MikaNovember 1, 2007

Eliminating the Waste

How an environmentally-conscious trash collection company trashed inefficiency – and collected the profits.

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Leasingby Lisajoyce VergaraNovember 1, 2007

SureXpress Rents Trucks from Enterprise

Oklahoma City-based SureXpress uses an alternative approach in providing freight services to help drive down operating costs. One alternative has been renting trucks from Enterprise Commercial Trucks to lower the fleet CPM.

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Vehicle ResearchCover Storyby Lisajoyce VergaraNovember 1, 2007

Mitsubishi Fuso Returns to the Class 3 Market with 2008 FE 125

After a two-year hiatus, Mitsubishi Fuso has reentered the Class 3 market with a new low-cab forward medium-duty work truck.

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Fuelby Mike AntichNovember 1, 2007

High Cost of Fuel Increases Operating Costs in 2007

Fleet operating costs have increased, but at a slower pace than 2006. Across all vehicle segments, this increase was directly attributable to increased fuel costs, with a domino effect for other oil-based products such as tires.

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Fuelby Mike AntichNovember 1, 2007

Comprehensive Fuel Management

A hedging program can be an invaluable tool to help manage the price of fuel and offset the risk of adverse price movements.

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