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November 5, 2008

Baytech Obtains 2009-MY CNG Medium and Heavy Duty Vehicle and Engine Certifications

LOS ALTOS, CA– Baytech Corporation has obtained EPA and CARB certifications for Baytech’s dedicated compressed natural gas (CNG) fueled 2009-MY General Motors, Isuzu, and Workhorse medium-and heavy-duty vehicles with 6.0L engines.

Tags: Baytech Corporation, Certification, CNG

November 5, 2008

Salt Lake County Approves New Vehicle Idling Policy

SALT LAKE CITY - Salt Lake County predicts it can save six figures on its budget by implementing a new vehicle idling policy.

Tags: anti-idling policy, Salt Lake County

November 5, 2008

County of Sonoma Acquires Latest Generation of Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Technology

SONOMA COUNTY, CA – Fleet Manager Dave Head said that the County of Sonoma has converted a 2008 Toyota Hybrid Prius to a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).

Tags: hybrids, Plug-in Hybrid, Sonoma County

October 29, 2008

Proposal to Have Voters Decide on Fleet Purchase

WEST BROOKFIELD, MA – Auditor Thomas Scanlon Sr. believes voters should decide whether the town buys specific vehicles.

Tags: fleet purchase program, fleet vehicle account, voters

October 29, 2008

Salt Lake County Considers Anti-Idling Policy

SALT LAKE CITY – A federal law was recently passed that discourages school busses from idling for extended periods.

Tags: anti-idling policy, Salt Lake County

October 29, 2008

Parker Hannifin Introduces New Portable TireSaver Nitrogen Tire Inflation System

HAVERHILL, MA - Using dry nitrogen gas to inflate tires instead of compressed air will maintain proper inflation pressure preventing one of the major causes of tire failures.

Tags: nitrogen tire inflation system, Parker Hannifin , TireSaver

October 29, 2008

Broome County Tests 100 Percent Electric Car

BINGHAMTON, NY – Broome County officials are exploring the use of zero emission, 100 percent electric cars. The County has been researching alternative vehicles to reduce expenses and improve its fleet operations.

Tags: alternative vehicles , Broome County officials

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Public Sector Fleets:
Take-Home Vehicles: Ending the Culture of Entitlement

By Mike Antich
When the price of fuel is low and budgets are flush, the issue of take-home vehicles slips under the public radar. However, today’s elevated fuel prices and stretched budgets are prompting the local media and elected officials to question unnecessary use of government vehicles. As a result, there have been a number of backlashes against take-home vehicles around the country.

Public Sector Fleets:
14 Traits of a Great Fleet Manager

By Mike Antich
During the past 20 years, I have had the privilege of knowing many great fleet managers. Over the years, I’ve noticed common traits characteristics among these public sector fleet managers. Based on my experience, here are the 14 common traits.

Public Sector Fleets:
Fleet’s Carbon Footprint Extends Beyond Vehicles & Equipment

By Mike Antich

Public Sector Fleets:
The 'Graying' of Fleet Management

By Mike Antich

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