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Policeby StaffNovember 1, 2016

Audit: Okla. Fleet Performed Services Without Approval

The Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office failed to follow protocol by insourcing additional work, renting out its facility, and accepting vehicle donations without approval from county leadership, according to a report from the Oklahoma State Auditor and Inspector.

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Green Fleetby StaffNovember 1, 2016

San Diego Adopts Renewable Diesel

The City of San Diego has joined the growing list of West Coast fleets making the switch to renewable diesel. 900 of the city's heavy- and medium-duty vehicles will run on renewable diesel to start, including refuse trucks, construction equipment, and street sweepers.

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Procurementby StaffOctober 31, 2016

Iowa DOT Changes Replacement Schedule for Snow Plows

Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) is changing its replacement schedule after a study found that the fleet could save $2 to $7 million annually by replacing its snow plows earlier.

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Maintenanceby StaffOctober 29, 2016

Ga. City Earns ASE Blue Seal of Excellence

The fleet maintenance division of the City of Marietta, Ga., recently received the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence's (ASE) Blue Seal of Excellence.

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Green Fleetby Roselynne ReyesOctober 29, 2016

VW to Set Up Trust for Government Projects, Investment in ZEVs

A judge has approved Volkswagen's settlement in its diesel emissions scandal, including buybacks of affected vehicles, a trust to fund projects reducing emissions, and the promotion of zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) technology.

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OperationsOctober 26, 2016

Parts Technician Arrested for Child Porn Charges

A City of Dallas automotive parts technician was arrested and charged with conspiracy to possess child pornography.

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Green Fleetby Thi DaoOctober 26, 2016

Renewable Diesel Coming to Washington

Targa Sound Terminal in Tacoma, Wash., will become what is believed to be the first terminal in the state to offer renewable diesel (R99) in early 2017. The terminal, which sells to distributors, is making the fuel available due to increasing demand from government agencies.

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Maintenanceby StaffOctober 26, 2016

Pittsburgh Renews Maintenance Contract Despite Complaints

The City of Pittsburgh has approved a five-year, $46 million contract with service provider First Vehicle of Cincinnati despite complaints about the high price tag and insufficient service.

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Policeby StaffOctober 26, 2016

Santa Fe Police Upgrade Vehicle Video Systems

The Santa Fe Police Department, N.M., has ordered new in-vehicle cameras as part of its plan to upgrade its entire fleet to an integrated solution from Digital Ally, including in-car, motorcycle, and body-worn cameras.

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Safetyby StaffOctober 25, 2016

Apollo Video Technology Honored for Revenue Growth

Apollo Video Technology has been ranked number 68 on Puget Sound Business Journal list of 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in Washington for 2016.

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