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Vehicle Research•from News/Media Release•January 6, 2025

Mullen One Electric Van Deployed by Home Service Fleet

Recent sales reported by Mullen Automotive include a Class 1 cargo van that will be used for home service by an appliance franchise in Ohio and two Class 3 trucks for a Southern California floral company.

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Vehicle Research•by Wayne Parham•January 6, 2025

Recalls You Need to Know About in January 2025

If you have Chrysler, Daimler Vans, Ford, General Motors, Tesla, Altec, International, McNeilus, Mitsubishi Fuso, Oshkosh, or Pacaar vehicles in your fleet, you should check these important recalls issued by the National Highway Safety Administration.

Utility Fleet•by Lauren Fletcher•January 6, 2025

Ford Pro and Southern Company Launch Pilot to Power Fleet Electrification

Ford Pro and Southern Company have teamed up on a six-month pilot to create an electrification blueprint, helping Southeast businesses transition to electric fleets.

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Upfitting•from News/Media Release•January 3, 2025

American Coating Company Appoints Leadership for Patriot Fleet Solutions Division

American Coating Company has chosen industry veteran Henry Chedraoui to lead its Patriot Fleet Solutions.

Scout Motors Terra Truck and Traveler SUV.

Vehicle Research•from News/Media Release•January 3, 2025

Scout Motors Announces In-Vehicle Satellite Connectivity

Scout Motors Inc. will makes its debut at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. Its concept vehicles, the Scout Traveler sport utility vehicle (SUV) and Scout Terra truck, will be on display at the show for the first time.

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Operations•from Staff•January 3, 2025

IRS Business Mileage Rate Increases to 70 Cents

The Internal Revenue Service’s business mileage rate standard increased from 67 cents to 70 cents on Jan 1, 2025. The change is related to the increased cost of buying and owning a car. However, overall fuel prices were lower in 2024 than in 2023.

Operations•by Lauren Fletcher•January 2, 2025

Remembering Automotive Journalist and Trailblazer Jean Jennings

Jean Jennings, born on February 21, 1954, passed away in 2024, leaving behind an indelible mark on the automotive industry.

Operations•by Lauren Fletcher•January 2, 2025

Top 10 News Items of 2024: Insights That Shaped the Work Truck Industry

As we close out 2024, we highlight the news stories that kept the fleet world informed and inspired. From vehicle reliability and resale values to regulatory updates and innovative industry shifts, these top 10 articles captured the attention of fleet professionals everywhere.

Collage of photos from Top 10 Medium-Duty Articles of 2024.

Operations•from Wayne Parham•January 1, 2025

Diesel Average Ends 2024 at $3.50

This week, the average price of diesel fuel increased in all five regions, and the national average price jumped by nearly 2 cents. Overall, the national average is 37 cents cheaper than a year ago.

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