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ArticlesMarch 1, 2008

General vs. Specialty Selector: Pros & Cons

Specialty selectors — vehicles chosen and equipped to meet specific job or geographic needs — have been used for years. Some companies are moving away from them. Is it a good idea?

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Articlesby Paul DexlerMarch 1, 2008

GM Moves to Fill the Cutaway Gap

A new 14,200-lb. GVWR G-Van diesel cutaway chassis expands the platform’s capabilities in the commercial market. Potential uses include commercial trucks, ambulances, and shuttle buses.

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ArticlesJanuary 1, 2008

Can Neighborhood Electric Vehicles Work for Your Fleet?

With environmental benefits, low operating costs and flexibility of use, NEVs could offer a viable alternative in your fleet. Yet there is much to consider before taking the leap to fully battery-powered vehicles.

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Articlesby StaffJanuary 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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Articlesby Chris BrownJanuary 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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ArticlesCover Storyby Cindy BrauerJanuary 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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Articlesby Lisajoyce VergaraJanuary 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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Articlesby Chris BrownNovember 1, 2007

Getting the Truck Out of Dodge

We put the all-new 2008 Dodge Ram 5500 Chassis Cab in the hands of a work truck customer for a real-world review.

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Articlesby Joe BohnNovember 1, 2007

Trends in Truck Electric Power Systems

The increased electrical loads on new trucks from advanced engine, transmission, and brake systems have given rise to the need for new battery technology.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Lisajoyce VergaraNovember 1, 2007

Mitsubishi Fuso Returns to the Class 3 Market with 2008 FE 125

After a two-year hiatus, Mitsubishi Fuso has reentered the Class 3 market with a new low-cab forward medium-duty work truck.

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