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Articlesby Sean LydenNovember 10, 2014

Avoid the 'If-it-Fits-it-Ships' Trap

Overloading can have serious consequences for truck fleets ranging from accidents to increased maintenance costs to DOT citations. Make sure fleet trucks are properly spec’d and that drivers avoid “pack-ratting” tools and other supplies.

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NewsNovember 7, 2014

5-Year Old Dies in Fatal Crash with Florida Utility Truck

The young boy was riding in the car with his parents when their Kia Soul was reportedly rear-ended by a bucket truck driven by a longtime employee of Sumter Electric Cooperative.

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NewsNovember 4, 2014

Ford Recalls 7 Models Including 2014 F-150

The automaker issues five separate recalls affecting more than 202,000 vehicles in North America.

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NewsNovember 3, 2014

Fleet Safety Video Tip: Understanding Two-Lane Roundabouts

This video from the Minnesota Department of Transportation explains what rules apply when you drive through a multi-lane roundabout.

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NewsOctober 30, 2014

Power Company Rescues Man Trapped Under Semi

A MidAmerican crew working about 80 yards away used their boom truck to lift the rear of the truck off a man who had gotten wedged underneath the tires of a big rig truck.

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NewsOctober 29, 2014

Ford Recalls Edge SUVs for Fire Risk

Ford is recalling 204,448 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX SUVs in North American states that use road salt for snow and ice removal. Potential fuel leaks can arise from corrosion.

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NewsOctober 29, 2014

Chrysler Recalls Ram Pickups, Dodge and Jeep SUVs

Two separate global recalls will address problems in such popular fleet vehicles as Ram pickups and Jeep Grand Cherokees.

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NewsOctober 27, 2014

Fleet Safety Video Tip: Packing a Winter Emergency Kit

It's that time of year when you need to remind fleet drivers to make sure they have a vehicle emergency kit that's fit for winter weather. Here's advice on what to include.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffOctober 24, 2014

GM’s 2015-MY Crash Avoidance Tech

General Motors is adding an array of crash avoidance technologies to its 2015 Chevrolet models, including radar and ultrasonic sensors to rear-view cameras to help drivers avoid collisions. Photos courtesy of GM.

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NewsOctober 24, 2014

Highlights from the International Lineman's Rodeo

The 2014 International Lineman’s Rodeo attracts the best linemen from around the world to compete in events based on traditional lineman tasks and skills. Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) scored several victories, including three first-place world championship awards.

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