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Which trucks go the distance, and what do they cost along the way? Plus, awards voting, darker routes, and fleet news in this week’s Truck Chat.
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EDEN PRAIRIE, MN – Eaton Corporation announced that it will be a major sponsor of an initiative by the International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) to develop industry certifications for electronic control technologies in fluid power.
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EDEN PRAIRIE, MN – Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation has added a selection of factory nickel-plated models to its Char-Lynn line of spool valve motors.
Read More →YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO – A study predicted it, companies expected it and now it's happening: A steep decline in people looking to become truck drivers is occurring nationwide.
Read More →TYNE & WEAR, U.K. – Smith, a manufacturer of commercial electric vehicles, is launching its unique zero emission truck in the North American market.
Read More →SAN MARCOS, CA – Omnitek Engineering, Corp. and Omnitek Engineering Thailand Co. Ltd., have entered into a joint venture agreement in Thailand to sell Omnitek's proprietary diesel-to-natural gas engine conversion kits and new natural gas engines.
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DEARBORN, MI – Ford Motor Company and U-Haul launched the industry's first fleet of vehicles painted with Ford's environmentally responsible new technology.
Read More →BILLINGS, MT - Jack Kelsh hopes to build muscle and lose weight by sitting behind the wheel of his semi truck. It's all a part of unique exercise program where the term “sit and be fit” takes on a whole new meaning.
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It’s easy to forget the tried-and-true strategies that keep costs down. Focusing on the basics saves money and leads to fleet management success.
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The Farmington, Connecticut-based company dramatically lowered out-of-stock purchases, increased resale value through extended replacement cycles, and re-evaluated its selector list to better meet its needs.
Read More →Depreciation turns fleet vehicles into “melting” assets. The open-end TRAC lease is an excellent tool to manage depreciation expense; however, maximizing its effectiveness requires establishing the proper depreciation reserve.
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