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NewsMay 7, 2012

Backing and Parking Course Available for Utility and Service Fleets

The program includes online, classroom and hands-on training for each driver.

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NewsFebruary 22, 2012

GPS Insight to Host Utility Fleet Webinar

GPS Insight, a provider of GPS tracking (AVL) solutions for commercial fleets, will be hosting a webinar which speaks to the use of GPS tracking for utility fleets.

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ArticlesMay 2, 2011

PG&E Adds Hybrid-Electric Bucket Trucks

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) added about 100 hybrid-electric bucket trucks in 2010 and has ordered 125 more as part of its fleet greening efforts.

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ArticlesFebruary 3, 2009

Hybrid Large Trucks: The Road to Viability

Through the support of WestStart-CALSTART’s Hybrid Truck Users Forum, 13 utility fleets became early adopters of medium- and heavy-duty hybrid truck technology.

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ArticlesSeptember 1, 2008

Hybrid Large Trucks: The Road to Viability

Through the support of WestStart CALSTART’s Hybrid Truck Users Forum, 13 utility fleets became early adopters of medium- and heavy-duty hybrid truck technology. Fleet managers report substantial fuel savings and few maintenance issues, though greater production is needed to drive premiums down.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2008

Hino Aims to Increase Market Share

Looking to broaden its vocational applications, Hino Trucks offers several new features for the 2009 model-year, including three new cab configurations, dual steering, and right-hand standup and sit-down.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2008

Alliant Switches Fleet Vehicles to Biofuels

Fleet operations at Madison, Wis.-based Alliant Energy Corp. uses biofuels to contribute to the company’s larger overall goal of using renewable energy sources as much as possible.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Grace LauronMay 1, 2008

DuraStar Does the Job Green

To combat volatile diesel fuel prices, Navistar offers truck fleets a greener alternative with the International DuraStar medium-duty diesel hybrid electric truck — offering up to 60% more fuel economy than traditional diesel engines.

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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 Mike ButschJanuary 1, 2008

Materials of Trade - Are You Sure You Know the Limits?

Hazmat fines can cost your company tens of thousands of dollars. Familiarity with key areas of the MOT can save time, money, and confusion.

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