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NewsSeptember 19, 2017

S.C. City Transitions from On-Site Fuel to Fuel Cards

Officials from the City of North Myrtle Beach, S.C., say the move to fuel cards will save money and avoid potential environmental risks once the city's four underground fuel tanks are removed.

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NewsJuly 21, 2017

Conn. City Reduces Fleet by 8%, Fuel Costs by 26%

The City of New Britain, Conn., has reduced its fleet by 7.8% and its fuel costs by 26%, according to its annual fleet report. The fleet reduction is higher than Mayor Erin Stewart’s 5% fleet reduction goal.

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NewsJuly 19, 2017

Audit: La. Fire District Failed to Monitor Fleet Card Use

The procedural report analyzed finances of the St. Tammany (La.) Fire Protection District No. 2, focusing on credit cards and fuel cards.

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ArticlesMay 1, 2017

How to Optimize On-Site Fueling Operations

On-site fleet fueling stations can be challenging to manage. But with the right resources, fleets can maximize their service level while keeping costs manageable.

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NewsApril 7, 2017

National Park Runs Biodiesel Year-Round

Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota runs biodiesel blends of up to B-20 year-round, despite temperatures that fall to an average low of minus 7 degrees. A proper winter additive prevents problems.

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NewsApril 5, 2017

Calif. City Reduces Fuel Use With Vehicle Calibration

In a successful pilot of anti-idling software across a variety of its vehicles, the City of Ontario, Calif., saw a fuel use reduction of 16%, prompting its fleet manager to call for expanded use.

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Articlesby Thi DaoMarch 1, 2017

Using Cooperative Procurement to Reduce Fuel Costs

Neighboring public fleets can work together to cooperatively purchase fuel at lower prices. Two collaborative fuel contracts in Oregon and California have saved public agencies hundreds of thousands of dollars.

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ProductsJanuary 20, 2017

All Season Fuel

Toro's ethanol-free, 92+ octane All Season Fuel can maximize equipment performance and minimize wear and tear on internal engine parts. The new fuel option is ideal for a broad range of lawn care and snow removal equipment.

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Articlesby Roselynne ReyesJanuary 6, 2017

How Fleets Can Prepare for Natural Disasters: Lessons from Hurricane Matthew

Months after Hurricane Matthew hit parts of the Southeast United States, government fleet managers reflect on what they did successfully, what to change in the future, and how other fleets can learn from their experience.

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ArticlesNovember 9, 2016

How to Maintain Stored Diesel Fuel

Diesel fuel stored for long periods of time — such as in backup generators — is prone to degradation. This can lead to equipment failure when the time comes to use it. Here’s what fleet managers can do to maintain their stored diesel fuel.

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