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NewsNovember 22, 2013

L.A. Auto Show Highlights: Pickups, SUVs, Vans

The L.A. Auto Show, which opened this week, has put a spotlight on a number of new and returning vehicles, including pickups, SUVs, and vans.

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Newsby StaffNovember 22, 2013

Utility Crews Work Around the Clock During Storm

Utility companies in Illinois and surrounding states had their work cut out for them this past week after the tornadoes that struck Illinois on Nov. 17. Countless hours were spent before, during, and after the storm to ensure customers were being communicated with and had services restored as quickly as possible.

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Newsby Joanne TuckerNovember 20, 2013

How NV Energy Extended Fleet Maintenance Intervals

In this Q&A, NV Energy’s fleet maintenance team leader Randy Koss details the utility’s exportable power initiatives and findings, and how hybrid boom truck technology contributes to longer maintenance intervals.

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NewsNovember 19, 2013

Arkansas Drivers Required to Make Way for Utility Vehicles

House Bill 1750, signed into law as Act 579, requires drivers to move over for utility vehicles displaying, blue, red, amber, white, or green lights that are flashing, revolving or rotating.

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NewsNovember 18, 2013

Reading Body Announces Sales Team Expansion

Reading Truck Body, LLC, a manufacturer of vocational truck bodies, announces that Wm. Craig Bonham was been promoted to VP of sales.

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NewsNovember 18, 2013

Colorado Springs Utilities to Outsource Fleet Maintenance in 2014

Starting Jan. 1, 2014, fleet maintenance services for Colorado Springs Utilities’ 1,282-unit fleet will be handled by Serco as part of a five-year contract awarded by the utility and the City of Colorado Springs.

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NewsNovember 15, 2013

Central Maine Power and Project Partners Celebrate PEV Grant Awards

The Greater Portland Council of Governments (GPCOG) was the first organization to receive a grant through the program, which is designed to encourage the use of plug-in hybrid and electric cars in Maine, while gathering data about their use.

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NewsNovember 15, 2013

Pennsylvania Utilities Score $932,000 in Natural Gas, Propane Grants

Utility fleets making the switch to compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), or propane for medium to light-weight vehicles were awarded more than $932,000 by the Corbett Administration.

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ArticlesNovember 15, 2013

How to Avoid Running a Truck Until its Wheels 'Fall Off'

Truck lifecycles can be calculated to the mile and the dollar. This can help fleets replace vehicles at the optimal moment.

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ArticlesNovember 15, 2013

6 Principles for Selecting Upfits with Ergonomics in Mind

Spec’ing vehicles with driver ergonomics will make a happier, safer driver who will be more enthusiastic and better prepared for work.

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