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Articlesby Paul DexlerJuly 1, 2008

2009-MY: What's Ahead for Fleets

Engines are getting lighter and more fuel efficient and vehicles overall are lighter & more aerodynamic. Here is a look at some of the offerings for the 2009 model-year.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2008

OEMs Offer 2009-MY Commercial Fleet Incentives

Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Toyota, Subaru, Nissan, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, and Mazda announce their commercial fleet 2009-MY incentive programs.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2008

General Motors 2009-MY Fleet Preview

GM showcases its vehicles at the Red Rock Resort in Las Vegas.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2008

Going Green Lowers Owens Corning's Operating Costs

Owens Corning switched to the Ford Taurus X crossover vehicle and Ford Escape, increasing the fleet’s miles per gallon and reducing its greenhouse gas emissions.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2008

'Big Brown' Turns Green

The familiar brown UPS truck fleet operates one of the country’s largest alternative-powered vehicle fleets. The company’s strategy includes deploying a mix of vehicles in its 1,600-unit AFV fleet.

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Articlesby Cheryl KnightJuly 1, 2008

Quality, Design & Green for New Models

For its 2009 models, Ford will unveil more industry-first technologies and advancements than ever before. From an all-new design for the 2009 Ford F-150 to the new Flex and MKS, Ford continues to revolutionize its offerings.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2008

16 Steps to Maximize Residual Value

Follow these common- sense strategies before the acquisition decision, during ownership, and prior to resale to help you hold the line on residual values.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Grace LauronMay 1, 2008

DuraStar Does the Job Green

To combat volatile diesel fuel prices, Navistar offers truck fleets a greener alternative with the International DuraStar medium-duty diesel hybrid electric truck — offering up to 60% more fuel economy than traditional diesel engines.

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Articlesby Cindy BrauerMay 1, 2008

F-Series Super Duty Named 2008 Medium-Duty Truck of the Year

In online balloting, fleet professionals choose the Ford workhorse from among 20 Class 4-6 vehicles and vehicle series for the first-ever Work Truck award.

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Articlesby Paul DexlerMay 1, 2008

Truck Designs Produce a Concrete Winner

Tresca Brothers uses lively paint schemes and public service posters to brighten and attract attention to its ready-mix delivery trucks.

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