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by Thi DaoMarch 28, 2014

6 Questions About the 2015 Ford F-150

The truck's body is made of high-strength, military-­grade aluminum alloy, which Ford says will not only reduce weight but also improve payload, towing, and fuel efficiency.

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Green Fleetby Stephane BabcockMarch 18, 2014

Sacramento Takes the Green Leap

Over the past few years, the City of Sacramento has pioneered a number of alternative-fuel programs, including the use of renewable natural gas produced by food waste.

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Policeby Paul ClintonMarch 13, 2014

The New Recruits: In-Service Cop Cars

Agencies with fleet-replacement budgets have begun selecting the Chevrolet Caprice PPV, Dodge Charger Pursuit, Ford Police Interceptor sedan, and Ford P.I. Utility to patrol their jurisdictions.

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Maintenanceby Barbara BonansingaMarch 1, 2014

Technician Training Solutions for Alternative-Fuel Vehicles

Fleet managers must consider how the addition of alternative-fuel vehicles changes fleet maintenance and repair. For those deciding to keep this in-house, there are various options available for technician training.

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Procurementby Staff WriterMarch 1, 2014

Driving a Drug Dealer’s Car

Law enforcement agencies can use asset forfeiture to snare unmarked narcotics cars.

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Green FleetCover Storyby Thi DaoMarch 1, 2014

Can Green Fleets Survive Without Government Funding?

Federal funding for alternative fuels may be slowing down. How will this affect government fleet adoption of alternative fuels?

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Equipmentby Thi DaoFebruary 28, 2014

Off-Road Hybrids: Technology & ROI

New hybrid off-road equipment promises to reduce fuel consumption, but how long will it take to pay back the added cost?

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Procurementby Thi DaoJanuary 30, 2014

Chevrolet Colorado An 'Appealing Option' for Government Fleets

Public fleet managers are awaiting the return of the mid-size truck, hoping for a lower capital cost and improved fuel efficiency over larger models.

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Maintenanceby Daryl LubinskyJanuary 30, 2014

How to Handle Extreme Weather

Use of heat pads on oil pans and transmission fans, and installation of trickle chargers for battery heat blankets, are a normal part of operations for two Air Force bases in Alaska that routinely confront below-zero temperatures in the winter.

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Operationsby Shelley MikaJanuary 24, 2014

Maximizing Your Recovered Costs After a Natural Disaster

When a disaster strikes, there is no controlling Mother Nature. However, with the help of a fleet management information system, fleets can better control how they recover from these events.

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