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Green Fleetby StaffSeptember 18, 2013

$19 Million New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced a $19 million New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program to encourage the purchase of battery-electric commercial trucks as well as other energy-efficient transportation, including hybrid and compressed natural gas trucks.

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Operationsby StaffSeptember 18, 2013

Celebrate National Tradesman Day

From New York City to Chicago, Charlotte to Boston, tradesmen are being honored across America this Friday on National Tradesmen Day.

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Vehicle Researchby StaffSeptember 17, 2013

Daimler and Renault-Nissan CEOs Say Collaboration Advances Globally

The CEOs of the Renault-Nissan Alliance and Daimler AG said their partnership is advancing in the global marketplace in a number of key areas, including joint production and development of engines, the new Mercedes-Benz Citan van, and in commercial vehicles.

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Small Fleetby StaffSeptember 17, 2013

Ford Reveals New Vehicles and New Version of 1.0L EcoBoost Engine in Frankfurt

Ford showed two new concept vehicles at the Frankfurt Auto Show, the new S-MAX Concept small minivan, and the new Mondeo Vignale Concept, an upscale version of the Mondeo. Ford also unveiled the 1.0L-equipped version of its Focus compact sedan at the event.

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Utility Fleetby Cindy BrauerSeptember 17, 2013

Omaha Public Power District Shutting Off Idling Engines

In the pursuit of fuel-cost reduction, engine idling is a bulls-eye target. An Omaha utility employs a number of measures to hit that target, including mobile power units and hybrid-electric technology.

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Utility Fleetby StaffSeptember 16, 2013

Utilities Recognized as Dow Jones World Sustainability Leaders for 2013

Entergy Corp, PG&E, and Sempra were among the companies named as sustainability leaders by Dow Jones for 2013.

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Utility Fleetby StaffSeptember 16, 2013

Austin Energy Employees & Fleet to Star in Live Dance Production

Featuring the employees and machinery of Austin's municipal power company, the massive outdoor production will consist of 20 utility poles, bucket trucks weaving in and out, cranes extending 100-plus feet into the air, and 50-plus linemen climbing and performing aesthetically sculpted choreography that intertwines their physical work.

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Utility Fleetby StaffSeptember 16, 2013

SoCalGas Establishes $1 Million Fund to Speed Clean Technology Development

Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) and the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator have launched an effort to identify and help bring to market potential clean technology solutions in three key areas: fuel cells, renewable natural gas, and distributed natural gas products, including transportation fuels.

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Utility Fleetby StaffSeptember 16, 2013

American Water Report Highlights Sustainability Efforts

American Water Works Company issued its second biennial corporate responsibility report, covering performance for the 2011 and 2012 fiscal years. The fleet has also grown this year via several acquisitions.

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Utility Fleetby StaffSeptember 16, 2013

J.J. Kane Holding Large Public Auction Sept. 21 in Indiana

Gary, IN – Auction items are being sold from area companies and utility services, such as Asplundh Tree Expert Co., ComEd, Northern Indiana Public Service Company and other consignors.

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