Market Trends

Electronic Titles are Revolutionizing Fleet Vehicle Title Processing

May 31, 2005

An electronic lien and title system, or ELT, is the technology that allows vehicle titles and lien information to be transmitted electronically, much like e-mail, to and from state motor vehicle agencies and lien holders, such as fleet management companies. An ELT is also known as a “paperless title” or e-Title. Ultimately, ELT products and services will make traditional vehicle title processing obsolete, since electronic vehicle titles can be stored, transmitted, maintained, and corrected elect

Author: Mike Antich | Posted @ Tuesday, May 31, 2005 1:41 PM | » Comments(0)

Why the High Cost of Fuel Will Have Minimal Impact on 2006 Fleet Selectors

May 24, 2005

Fuel is fleet’s second highest cost, and the dramatic run-up in fuel prices has negatively impacted all fleet operations. Although the high cost of fuel has wreaked havoc on fleet budgets and has caught the attention of senior management, it will have minimal impact on vehicle selection for 2006-model fleet selectors. Why? Most fleet managers say that fuel is only one part of the overall lifecycle cost analysis. Although fuel is their second highest expense, depreciation remains the number-one c

Author: Mike Antich | Posted @ Tuesday, May 24, 2005 12:39 PM | » Comments(0)

Commercial Fleet Buying Intentions for the 2006-MY

May 16, 2005

In late April, AF conducted a survey of 80 commercial fleets to gauge fleet buying inclinations for the 2006-model year. The survey revealed that new-vehicle fleet order volume is anticipated to be as good as 2005-MY or better.

Author: Mike Antich | Posted @ Monday, May 16, 2005 3:10 PM | » Comments(0)

Trends in Medium-Duty Truck Sales for 2005-06

May 10, 2005

While record-high gasoline and diesel prices are softening light-duty vehicle sales – especially large SUVs – sales of medium-duty trucks continue to surge. Demand for commercial medium-duty trucks has been on an upward trajectory since 2003.

Author: Mike Antich | Posted @ Tuesday, May 10, 2005 10:49 AM | » Comments(0)

Medium Truck Tire Shortage Unintended Consequence of 2007 Diesel Regulations

May 3, 2005

There is record demand for medium truck tires and a corresponding shortage of supply. Besides the cyclical upturn in truck sales, the increased demand is also being fueled by the upcoming 2007 diesel emission standards.

Author: Mike Antich | Posted @ Tuesday, May 3, 2005 9:08 AM | » Comments(0)

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Mike Antich

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Mike Antich has been covering the fleet management and vehicle remarketing markets for more than 20 years. During this period, Mike has written or edited more than 4,600 articles on the subjects of fleet management, manufacturer fleet activities, the fleet leasing industry, and vehicle remarketing.

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