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Operationsby StaffNovember 21, 2006

Florida Expanding Biodiesel Usage in State Fleet

TALLAHASSEE, FL – Florida Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Charles Bronson has announced that the Division of Forestry will begin using biodiesel fuel in some of its heavy equipment and maintenance vehicles, including motor graders, tractors, backhoes, and loaders.

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Operationsby StaffNovember 21, 2006

Pennsylvania Legislators Test Costs of Leasing vs. Reimbursement

HARRISBURG, PA – Lawmakers in Pennsylvania are experimenting with mileage reimbursement versus leasing through the state after the Senate announced its members would no longer have the option of taxpayer-funded privately leased vehicles.

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Operationsby StaffNovember 15, 2006

University of Wisconsin to Offer Fleet Maintenance Management Course in Las Vegas Feb. 20-21, 2007

MADISON, WI – The University of Wisconsin-Madison, Department of Engineering Professional Development, will offer Fleet Maintenance Management, Course Number J000 on Feb. 20-21, 2007, in Las Vegas, Nev.

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Operationsby StaffNovember 15, 2006

EDTA Conference & Exposition 2006 to be Held in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Electronic Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) will hold its 2006 conference — “Achieving Energy Independence Through Electric Drive: Industry & Government, Working Together” — Nov. 28-30, at the Hyatt Regency in Washington, D.C.

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Operationsby StaffNovember 15, 2006

International Debuts New Family of MaxxForce Diesel Engines

WARRENVILLE, IL – International Truck and Engine Corporation, a Navistar Company, has revealed its lineup of MaxxForce International diesel power engines for 2008-model-year trucks, and provided specifications and technical details.

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Operationsby StaffNovember 15, 2006

City of Marshall, Minn., Division Managers to Track Daily Vehicle Use

MARSHALL, MN — For three months, Marshall City division heads will track daily mileage traveled in their personal vehicles for city business, track if three division heads are gone at the same time in personal vehicles, and other associated items.

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Operationsby StaffNovember 15, 2006

New Report Available on NYCT Hybrid and CNG Transit Buses

NEW YORK CITY, NY – The National Renewable Laboratory (NREL) has published a final report: New York City Transit (NYCT) Hybrid (125 Order) and CNG Transit Buses: Final Evaluation Results.

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Operationsby StaffNovember 15, 2006

Kubota Approves Use of B-5 Biodiesel Fuels in Specified Diesel-Powered Products

TORRANCE, CA – Kubota Tractor Corporation has approved the use of B-5 biodiesel fuels in specified Kubota diesel-powered products.

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Operationsby StaffNovember 15, 2006

International Offers Upgraded, Remanufactured Engines

WARRENVILLE, IL – According to International, truck owners and fleet managers needing to replace their existing engines should consider the benefits of remanufactured engines from the original equipment manufacturer to ensure top-tier performance.

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Operationsby StaffNovember 15, 2006

Bridgestone Firestone Expands its Medium Truck Tire Lineup

CHICAGO, IL – Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire LLC (BFNT) has expanded its medium truck tire line-up with three new products, including the M860, which is for severe service applications.

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