As more regulations are put in place to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and the “going green” movement continues to expand, here are a few strategies fleets have used to green their operations.
Roush Enterprises has worked with the Propane Education & Research Council to produce several propane models for fleets.
In addition to a newly shaped roof designed to provide more headroom for backseat passengers, the 2010 model also boasts a higher combined fuel economy of 50 miles per gallon.
Diverse vehicle selectors offering multiple makes and models are relatively common among European corporate fleets. Could the future hold the same for the U.S. fleet market over the next decade?
The 2009 Audi Q5 crossover SUV offers a smooth ride, while providing drivers a number of safety features for added protection.
Most light- and medium-duty truck manufacturers have carried over 2009-MY product lines to 2010-MY with only minor changes and enhancements. The following provides an overview of major OEM product lineups in the coming model-year.
Safety is a major consideration when lifting and working under an object weighing several tons. Resources are available to shop managers on lift inspection, proper operation, lifting procedures, and mechanic training.
Attendees at Ford’s 2010-MY Fleet Product and Business Conference in June test drove current products and toured the automaker’s Product and Technology Centers.
Medium-duty truck sales have declined sharply, as have resale values, due to the recession and the slowdown in new construction. Many fleets are extending service lives, which threatens to increase future maintenance costs.
Through implementing vehicle committees, the City Utilities of Springfield, Mo., increased communication with its field crew and improved driver satisfaction, leading to a higher level of trust and crew engagement.
Low auction inventories have kept used vehicle prices afloat. But does that mean you can finally sell your used pickup or SUV? And how has bankruptcy affected used car values?
The West Palm Beach-based utility fleet operates more than 60 Class 7 conventional and electric plug-in hybrids and will add more in the future.
Many commercial fleets deferred fleet orders in 2009 and need to “play catch-up” with their replacement schedules for 2010 ordering. However, many fleets are delaying finalization of 2010 selectors due to market uncertainties.
The number of fleets restricting personal use of company-provided vehicles decreased from 2008 to 2009.
Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Toyota, Subaru, Nissan, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, and Mazda announce their 2010-MY commercial fleet incentive programs.
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