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Operationsby Shelley MikaNovember 1, 2006

Contra Costa County Fleet Uses B-20 to Replace ULSD Fuel

The county fleet chose B-20 biodiesel to replace ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) for biodiesel’s improved lubricity and environmental benefits. The switch was ‘simple’ with no vehicle modifications required.

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Operationsby Fiona SoltesNovember 1, 2006

Oklahoma Certifies Technicians to Repair Alt-Fuel Vehicles

In the State of Oklahoma, the Committee of Alternative Fuel Technician Examiners certifies technicians to repair alt-fuel vehicles powered by natural gas, propane, electricity, and ethanol.

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Operationsby Matthew Le GrandeNovember 1, 2006

Houston Airport System Shifts from CNG to Hybrid Vehicles

Greater fuel economy, reduced emissions, and fueling convenience prompted the Houston Airport System to convert its alt-fuel fleet from natural gas to hybrid vehicles.

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Operationsby Dave RobertsonNovember 1, 2006

Replace vs. Refurbish Fire Apparatus

The fleet manager’s challenge is to provide compelling justification for replacement-unit funding. Refurbishing can be costly, while purchasing cooperatives can alleviate the time-consuming process of purchasing.

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Operationsby Christopher D. Amos, CAFMNovember 1, 2006

Tricks for Maximizing Diesel Retrofits

Cleaner fuels and engines in 2007 will move U.S. fleets toward better air and fuel efficiency. But what about older vehicles? Here are some things fleets can do with older vehicles to improve air quality.

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Operationsby Mike AntichSeptember 1, 2006

Public Forum - Tires are Getting Bigger & More Expensive

Replacement tires are a fleet’s third-largest operating expense. And this expense is growing.

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Operationsby Paul DexlerSeptember 1, 2006

Is Nitrogen a Better Tire Fill?

The air in tires is 78-percent nitrogen. There appear to be many advantages to filling tires with 99-percent pure nitrogen. Equipment is available for centrally managed fleets to do the job.

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Operationsby Shelley MikaSeptember 1, 2006

Idling Reduction Program - Anything But Idle

Florida county fleet uses GPS tracking to reduce idling and fuel costs, saving taxpayers money.

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Operationsby Christopher D. Amos, CAFMSeptember 1, 2006

Are Hybrid-Electric Vehicles a Good Buy for Fleet?

Buying vehicles based on lowest initial cost alone can be a breach of public trust. Bid specifications and awards should be based on lifecycle cost to obtain the best deal.

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Operationsby Doug WeichmanMay 1, 2006

The Effects of the 2005 Energy Policy Act on Government Fleets

New 2005 EPACT legislation aims to reduce petroleum use and vehicle emissions, offering tax credits to fleets that adopt alternative-fuel vehicles. Learn how the new legislation will affect your fleet.

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