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Articles•by Staff•January 1, 2008

Hybrid Lift Truck Helps Utilities Clean the Air

On the job, lift trucks often have to spend the day idling. A plug-in hybrid lift truck can cut much of that fuel use and emissions, while maintaining complete usability.

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Articles•by Paul Dexler•January 1, 2008

Propane Cleans Up Medium-Duty Trucks

Not only does propane offer lower capital costs than diesel power, but tax credits are also available for the resulting low-emission vehicles.

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Articles•by Sean Lyden•January 1, 2008

What Fleet Managers Should Know About Diesel Particulate Filters

Developed to achieve government-mandated diesel emissions levels, DPF operation requires little driver involvement. The units are designed for long life, but must be properly maintained.

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Articles•January 1, 2008

One Year Later: 2007 Diesel Emission Standards Implications for Fleet Operators

What are the considerations for your fleet today, when it comes to 2007 diesel emission standards?

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Articles•by Sean Lyden•January 1, 2008

The Fleet Manager's Guide to Comparing Fuel Economy

Vehicles 8,500-lbs. GVWR or more are exempt from federal fuel economy requirements, making it more challenging to project fuel economy for vehicles such as 3/4-and 1-ton pickups, vans, and medium-duty trucks.

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Articles•by Joe Bohn•January 1, 2008

How to Maximize Fuel Efficiency

Truck fleet fuel saving strategies include right-sized vehicles, alt-fuel use, and driver education.

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News•December 26, 2007

Odyne Corp. Receives Purchase Order for 25 Plug-In Hybrid Aerial Lift Truck Systems

HAUPPAUGE, NY – Odyne Corporation, a developer of plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle (PHEV) technologies, has received a purchase order for 25 plug-in PHEV systems from Dueco, Inc., a utility equipment manufacturer.

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Articles•by Staff•November 1, 2007

Fuel Management RFP Musts

Fleet managers should treat the RFP as an introduction to their fleet and implement a checklist of must-haves so the basics don't fall through the cracks.

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Articles•by Staff•November 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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Articles•by Mike Antich•November 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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