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Practical strategies for leading and managing commercial fleets, including workforce development, recruiting, retention, technician challenges, fleet leadership, and the people and processes that keep operations running.

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Articles•by Staff•January 1, 2008

Analyzing RFPs: Methodology for Best Practices

The RFP process can get bogged down with unneeded detail when procuring fleet programs and services. Reviewing and analyzing responses become cumbersome. Here are some ideas to simplify the process.

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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 Staff•January 1, 2008

Turn-Key Ready Delivery Helps Increase Productivity and Revenue

The process shortens delivery time and helps truck fleets get vehicles on the road faster, providing real bottom-line benefits. Vehicles reach end users inspected, titled, plated, cleaned, and ready to use.

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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 Chris Brown•January 1, 2008

GM Enhances Safety in Full-Size Vans for 2008

Head curtain side airbags and enhanced technology glass (ETG) are standard on passenger vans. ETG is a special three-layer glass designed to reduce the risk of ejection during a crash.

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Articles•by Michael Lewis•January 1, 2008

Best Practices for Asset Management Functions

Best practices in asset management, including truck acquisition, maintenance, and other asset management services can make the difference between a productive, cost-effective fleet and a costly mistake.

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Articles•Cover Story•by Mike Antich•January 1, 2008

Why Driver Reimbursement Doesn't Work

Reimbursement doesn’t work from an HR or safety & liability perspective, is counter-productive to corporate ‘green’ initiatives, can negatively impact the company image, and FAVR reimbursement programs may not be SOX-compliant.

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Articles•Cover Story•by Cindy Brauer•January 1, 2008

Hino Trucks are Ready to Run Cleaner

Hino’s 2008-MY lineup meets EPA emissions standards with a diesel particulate reduction system based on technology proven on more than 1.2 billion miles.

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Articles•by Lisajoyce Vergara•January 1, 2008

Ford's Fleet Advisory Board Meeting Showcases Technologies & Product

At the group’s fall meeting, Ford’s Fleet Advisory Board members toured the automaker’s test lab and Dearborn Truck Plant to receive updates on Ford’s product plans and new-vehicle technologies.

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