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Utility Fleetby StaffJune 3, 2014

Truck and Van News: Aluminum F-150, GMC Sierra HD, Ford Transit

Ford made several announcements over the last week on the Ford Transit, as well as results to three fleets testing the aluminum F-150. GM introduced the 2015 Sierra All Terrain HD.

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Operationsby StaffJune 3, 2014

Ford Announces Transit's MPG, Gas Engine Torque

MY-2015 Ford Transit low- and medium-roof regular-wheelbase wagons with available 3.5L EcoBoost boast a 46-percent improvement over Ford E-Series EPA-estimated highway fuel economy rating.

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Vehicle Researchby StaffJune 3, 2014

Emissions-based Tax Schemes Becoming the Norm in Europe

An increasing number of European countries are switching to an emissions-based car tax system due to global pressure to reduce carbon emissions, according to the 2014 edition of the annual "Fleet Europe" Taxation Guide.

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Vehicle Researchby StaffJune 3, 2014

Chinese Automaker Begins Production in Uruguay

In mid-May, Chinese-based automaker Geely International Corporation rolled the first automobile off its Uruguay production line.

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Vehicle Researchby StaffJune 3, 2014

Scottish Parcel Fleet Takes Delivery of 30 Volkswagen Crafter Vans

AJG Parcels Ltd., which operates in the Scottish Highlands, Islands, and Argyll, is set to take delivery of 30 Volkswagen Crafter vans.

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Utility Fleetby StaffJune 2, 2014

AT&T Launches 'Connected Intersections' to Improve Safety on NYC Streets

The initiative seeks to utilize smartphone technology and wireless networks to make pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists more aware of their surroundings and alert them to potential dangers.

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Utility Fleetby StaffJune 2, 2014

Light-Duty NGVs Expected to Reach 4.2 Million Annual Sales by 2023

In a report from Navigant Research, a number of major automakers have refocused their efforts in the natural gas vehicle (NGV) market, and growth in this category is expected to be strong across all regions in the coming years.

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Utility Fleetby StaffJune 2, 2014

Three Fleets Tested Aluminum F-150 Prototypes

Ford provide six prototypes of its 2015 aluminum F-150 to a Nevada gold mine, Pennsylvania dam, and utility service provider in Appalachia to test the durability of its pickup truck and cargo box.

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Small Fleetby StaffJune 2, 2014

Gasoline Inches Higher to $3.69 Per Gallon

The national average price of gasoline rose 1.6 cents to $3.69 per gallon for the week ending June 2, according to federal data. The price of gasoline now sits 4.4 cents above its year-ago level.

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Operationsby StaffJune 2, 2014

Penske Truck Rental Extends Support of Paralyzed Veterans of America

Penske Truck Rental has extended its #OneWay4PVA fundraising effort to benefit Paralyzed Veterans of America’s Mission: ABLE campaign for a second year.

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