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NewsApril 13, 2009

Kustom Signals Introduces New Raptor RP-1

LENEXA, KS – The Raptor RP-1 features DuraTrak, a new patent-pending technology, which incorporates a signal duration tracking algorithm that tracks multiple targets and graphically displays tracking history for strongest and fastest targets.

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NewsMarch 30, 2009

Washington Police Chief Checks Blackberry, Hits Car

TACOMA, WA – Federal Way Police Chief Brian Wilson caused a wreck as a result of checking his BlackBerry while driving, according to The News Tribune.

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NewsMarch 30, 2009

Jacksonville's Automated Trash Trucks Add Safety and Cut Costs

JACKSONVILLE, NC – Jacksonville's garbage truck fleet recently received its first fully automated trash truck, which features a hydraulic claw that picks up trash cans curbside and dumps the trash into the truck without the aid of a sanitation worker.

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NewsMarch 30, 2009

Dade City Police's Electric Cars Get Attention

DADE CITY, FL – Dade City has joined a handful of other cities in the Tampa Bay area whose officers are using electric vehicles to patrol school grounds or police heavily populated events such as parades, according to the St. Petersburg Times.

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NewsMarch 30, 2009

Flagler County to Upgrade Ambulance Fleet

BUNNELL, FL – Two eight-year old units are being replaced, but will remain in fleet as "spares" should other units break down or need routine maintenance, according to The News-Journal.

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NewsMarch 27, 2009

Bobcat Company Staff and Equipment Help Defend Fargo Moorhead Community from Record Flooding

FARGO, ND – In response to the flood threat in the Fargo area, more than 100 Bobcat employees have volunteered around the clock to help fill and place sandbags, build flood walls along the water's edges, provide meals, and answer phones at the volunteer center.

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NewsMarch 23, 2009

American Traffic Solutions' Cameras Help Cathedral City Reduce Red-Light Running Violators 50% and Crashes by 30%

SCOTTSDALE, AZ – City also credits camera program for crash reduction at nearby intersections.

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NewsMarch 12, 2009

Boston Fire Department to Hire Fleet Manager

BOSTON – With the Jan. 9 death of a Boston Fire Department lieutenant attributed to brake failure, a report by an outside consultant recommends the city hire a fleet manager to oversee a preventive maintenance regimen.

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NewsMarch 5, 2009

Central Greenwich Fire Department Reduces Number of Accidents

OLD GREENWICH, CT - An effort to reduce the number of accidents involving Central Greenwich fire department vehicles, officials say this action has resulted in a decrease in frequency, however maintenance repair costs are unchanged.

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NewsFebruary 12, 2009

City of Flint Spends $87,219 on Vehicle Repairs Without Competitive Bids

FLINT, MI - The City of Flint spent $87,219 in 2007 and 2008 repairing vehicles without getting competitive bids and without following other procedures outlined in city ordinances.

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