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Maintenance•by Staff•June 30, 2010

Bright Ideas: Shop/Facilities/Parts

In-house emissions testing can cut vehicle downtime, while recycling scrap metal and used oil can help cover shop expenses.

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Operations•by Staff•June 30, 2010

Bright Ideas: Productivity/Staffing

San Antonio Water Systems completed quality of life initiatives to increase staff productivity. Other government fleets used a training matrix, created learning and networking opportunities, installed internet in shop waiting areas, and started a youth internship program.

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Remarketing•by Staff•June 30, 2010

Bright Ideas: Technology

Effective uses of technology include a keyless internal work order system, online auctions, and walkie-talkies to replace traditional radio systems.

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Operations•by Cheryl Knight•June 30, 2010

Bright Ideas: Fleet Manager Creates Innovative Vehicle Justification Model

When David Vasquez created a vehicle justification model to better assess take-home vehicle need, he not only lowered costs by avoiding excess commuter miles, but also gained a better handle on costs of ownership.

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Green Fleet•by Cindy Brauer•June 30, 2010

Green Fleet Conference Heads to San Diego

Scheduled Oct. 18-19, the 2010 conference offers focused resources to build cost-effective, sustainable fleets. The event features education sessions, a first-time ride & drive, exhibits, and networking components.

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Telematics•by Staff•June 30, 2010

Pinpointing Solutions to Off-Road Equipment Management

Government fleets reveal how they saved money and improved management of off-road equipment, including leasing, preventing user mismanagement, correctly analyzing street sweeper lifecycle costs, and incorporating telematics.

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Green Fleet•by Lauren Fletcher•June 14, 2010

Turning Over a New Leaf

The Nissan LEAF is the first in Nissan’s forthcoming lineup of electric vehicles and is expected to assist public sector fleets in tasks such as meter reading and inspection, general administration, and rental pools.

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Funding•by Janis Christensen, CAFM•May 11, 2010

Leasing: Not Just for Private Sector Fleets

Current economic conditions require government fleet managers to seek alternatives to funding their fleet through different finance methodologies. Leasing is a practical solution, which in the past, was primarily utilized only by the private sector.

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Police•by Mike Scott•May 11, 2010

Manufacturers Debut Next Generation of Police Cars

Increased comfort and convenience, improved vehicle ingress and egress, advanced technology, and improved officer safety mark the next generation of police cars.

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Green Fleet•by Cheryl Knight•May 11, 2010

What Happens When Your CNG Tanks Expire?

While the benefits of CNG vehicles are well documented, one issue looms over the industry that must be addressed: What happens when a dedicated CNG vehicle fuel tank reaches its expiration date?

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