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NewsJuly 10, 2012

New In-Car Device Sends 'Tweets' Requesting Vehicle Service

The in-car device knows when the next service is due and based on current mileage can “hash-tag” a work order request for servicing and maintenance.

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NewsJuly 10, 2012

Medium- and Heavy-Duty Wholesale Prices Continue to Slide

Last month Beggs reported a pattern of decreasing wholesale prices for medium-duty trucks, and this month brings more of the same, especially with late-model medium- and heavy-duty vehicles.

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NewsJuly 9, 2012

After Switching 8 Trucks to Propane-Autogas, Small Business Expects to Save $16K in Fuel

This family-owned company provides pest management services to Alabama, southeastern Mississippi and the Florida panhandle, and has trucks that average 30,000 miles per year out of its 60-truck fleet.

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NewsJuly 9, 2012

New Buick Verano, Encore Models to Feature Active Safety Systems

Buick’s lineup will continue to expand in the coming year with two all-new models: the 250-horsepower (187 kW) Verano Turbo luxury sedan and the Encore luxury crossover.

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ArticlesJuly 9, 2012

Ford 2013MY Fleet Product and Business Conference

Ford previewed its 2013 model-year lineup for fleet managers. Among the highlights, a look at the 2013 Ford Fusion.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Mike AntichJuly 9, 2012

Commercial Fleet Buying Intentions for MY-2013

Although 2013 is shaping up to be comparable to 2012, some commercial fleets are increasing vehicle orders due to improved business or accelerating replacement schedules to take advantage of the strong used-vehicle market.

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NewsJuly 5, 2012

FedEx Sustainability VP, MotorWeek Host to Speak at 2012 Green Fleet Conference

The conference includes four components: education through workshops, seminars and speakers; exhibits; a ride-and-drive event; and networking opportunities. The event will be held Oct. 2-3 at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center, near the Chicago metropolitan area.

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NewsJuly 5, 2012

Summer Fuel Prices Likely Nearing Bottom

Experts predict that some of the lower priced areas could see prices head north again, but not by any large amount. Some of the higher priced areas like the West Coast still have room to go down, and prices should continue to fall, albeit at a fairly slow rate before flat lining in the coming weeks.

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NewsJuly 5, 2012

Tests Confirm XL Hybrids’ Claims Tied to Fuel Economy

The test was completed using a Chevrolet 2500 Express cargo van fitted with the original equipment manufacturer's 4.8 liter engine and 6 speed transmission over the light-duty Urban Dynamometer Driving Schedule (UDDS) test cycle, which represents city or urban driving routes.

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NewsJuly 5, 2012

Ford Developing New Technologies Aimed at Boosting Vehicle Safety

Ford’s early prototypes of two such technologies – Traffic Jam Assist and an advanced version of active park assist – are designed to interact with a vehicle’s surroundings, reduce driver stress and help reduce traffic gridlock, the automaker said.

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