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Small Fleetby StaffJune 5, 2013

Yokohama Tire Mexico Opens its Doors

Yokohama Tire Corporation’s (YTC) new subsidiary, Yokohama Tire Mexico (YTMX), officially began importing consumer, commercial and off-the-road (OTR) tires in Mexico on May 1.

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Safetyby StaffJune 5, 2013

CVSA Roadcheck Currently Taking Place

Roadcheck is the largest targeted enforcement program on commercial vehicles in the world, with approximately 14 trucks or buses being inspected, on average, every minute from Canada to Mexico during a 72-hour period in early June.

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Small Fleetby StaffJune 5, 2013

2013 Buick Encore Draws Top Safety Ratings from IIHS, NHTSA

Buick is one of just a few brands with a full line of 2013 Top Safety Picks. In addition, the Verano, Regal, LaCrosse, and Enclave all have a NHTSA 5-star overall rating.

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Vehicle Researchby StaffJune 5, 2013

Daimler Trucks Asia to Target Growth in the Region

The commercial vehicles division of Daimler AG will bundle the activities of the subsidiaries Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation, and Daimler India Commercial Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. under the umbrella of “Daimler Trucks Asia.”

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Small Fleetby StaffJune 5, 2013

Chrysler Refuses to Comply With NHTSA’s Jeep Recall Request

Chrysler says it does not agree with the federal agency's initial conclusions about the safety of the vehicles' fuel system.

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Small Fleetby StaffJune 5, 2013

Element to Acquire GE Capital's Canadian Fleet Portfolio, Form Strategic Partnership

Element Financial Corporation and GE Capital announced that they have entered into a definitive asset purchase agreement, in which Element will acquire GE Capital’s Canadian fleet portfolio.

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Small Fleetby StaffJune 5, 2013

Research Analysis Predicts 7.6 Million Hybrid Sales Worldwide by 2023

A new research study predicts that the hybrid-electric vehicle market will increase from 2 million units sold worldwide in 2013 to 7.6 million in 2023. The pure electric vehicle (PEV) market will likewise increase in sales from 70,000 in 2013 to 2 million units by 2023.

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Small Fleetby StaffJune 4, 2013

NHTSA’s Autonomous Vehicle Policy Says States Should Limit Use Outside of Testing

The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has released a policy that outlines guidelines for driving and testing vehicles with different levels of autonomous driving capabilities.

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Small Fleetby StaffJune 4, 2013

Gas Prices Stay Steady Across U.S., Still High in Great Lakes States

AAA’s latest Fuel Gauge Report shows little movement since last week in the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline, nearly unchanged at $3.62 on June 3. This price is still 10 cents more than it was a month ago, and three cents higher than it was on June 3 last year.

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Utility Fleetby StaffJune 3, 2013

Terex Advocates New Work Zone Capacity Comparison for Digger Derricks

Terex's Work Zone Capacity highlights the ability of a digger derrick to perform the tasks that these trucks are built for — digging holes and setting poles.

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