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Police•by Staff•January 22, 2014

Ind. City Converts Refuse Fleet to CNG, Adds Fueling Station

The City of Muncie, Ind., will convert 12 refuse trucks to run on compressed natural gas (CNG) and build a fast-fill fueling station it will share with the public.

Maintenance•by Staff•January 21, 2014

Vidmar Unveils New Logo, Tagline

Vidmar announced it has become part of Stanley Industrial & Automotive, LLC, unveiling a new company look with a revamped logo and tagline, Smart Versatile Storage.

Safety•by Staff•January 21, 2014

ALI Lift Safety Course Goes Online

The Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) adapted its Lifting It Right DVD into an interactive, Web-based format. A narrator guides trainees through curriculum covering lift types, the lifting and lowering process, and lift maintenance.

Green Fleet•January 21, 2014

Clean Cities Releases Vehicle Buyer’s Guide

Clean Cities' 2014 Vehicle Buyer’s Guide provides a comprehensive list of gasoline-electric hybrids and vehicles that run on propane, compressed natural gas (CNG), electricity, E-85, and biodiesel.

Remarketing•by Staff•January 21, 2014

Utah City Fleet Manager Faces Theft, Fraud Charges

Prosecutors allege that the fleet manager at the City of Midvale, Utah, used his position to secure a $2.3 million lighting contract for company he co-founded.

Operations•January 17, 2014

MLB All-Star Steve Garvey to Deliver GFX Keynote

Steve Garvey, whose inspirational speech is titled “Bringing out the Greatness In Your Team” will share the traits needed to transform teams to achieve their full potential as champions.

Maintenance•by Thi Dao•January 17, 2014

MEMA Considers Northern Calif. Chapter

The Municipal Equipment Maintenance Association (MEMA) plans to expand its informational and educational programs as well as continue the association’s expansion with regional chapters in 2014, said Paul Condran, MEMA’s new president.

Operations•by Staff•January 16, 2014

Ill. City in Talks Over GPS in Utility Fleet

The City of Springfield, Ill., is planning to max out efficiency in its operations by installing GPS units in vehicles assigned to the power generation and transmission divisions of the city-owned utility company.

Maintenance•by Mike Antich•January 16, 2014

Wash. County Hires Fleet Manager

Matt Stewart, CAFM, has been named the equipment rental & revolving fund (fleet) manager for Jefferson County, Wash., responsible for management of the county’s vehicle and equipment fleet.

Maintenance•by Staff•January 15, 2014

Fire Destroys Ind. City's Garage, Paratransit Buses

A fire at the City of Kokomo, Ind., Central Garage destroyed the entire maintenance facility and six paratransit buses on Tuesday. The paratransit buses cost $60,000 each.

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