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Categories: Charging, Fleet Leasing, Global Fleet, Operations, Small Fleet, Vehicle Research
2015 Fleet Truck of the Year: Ram 1500

The fleet truck of the year’s diesel variant delivers up to 29 mpg and a towing capability up to 9,200 pounds, making it the standout among its competitors.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/156454/2015-fleet-truck-of-the-year-ram-1500
Categories: Global Fleet, Vehicle OEM
VW Tests Optimized Routing Tech in Portugal

Volkswagen demonstrated its new optimized traffic routing technology, designed to identify the fastest travel routes, during a web summit conference in...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/346026/vw-tests-optimized-routing-tech-in-portugal
Categories: Electric, Global Fleet, Operations, Small Fleet, Vehicle Research
Jaguar Begins Testing I-Pace in London

Jaguar has begun testing its I-Pace battery-electric luxury crossover on the streets of London and plans to introduce the vehicle in 2018, according to the...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/139757/jaguar-begins-testing-i-pace-in-london
Categories: Operations, Remarketing
Presenting the 2015 Fleet Executive of the Year

ADP’s Michael Bieger, senior director of global procurement, was honored as the Fleet Executive of the Year for 2015 during the Automotive Fleet & Leasing...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/156408/presenting-the-2015-fleet-executive-of-the-year
Categories: Equipment, Operations, Upfitting
Work Truck Survey Reveals Most Common Upfitting Practices, Concerns

Fleet managers divulged everything from how they obtain their upfits to the future developments they are most excited for.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10158949/work-truck-survey-reveals-most-common-upfitting-practices-concerns
Categories: Autonomous Technology, Equipment, Fleet Forward, Global Fleet, Safety, Safety & Compliance, Technology
Buyer of Uber's Self-Driving Business Targets Autonomous Trucks

Autonomous technology developer Aurora, which just bought Uber's self-driving vehicle business, says its first market-ready product will be an autonomous truck.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10132172/aurora-driver-acquires-uber-technologies-autonomous-vehicle-business-division
Categories: Electric Vehicles, Global Fleet, Green Fleet, Operations, Safety, Sustainability, Vehicle Research
2021 VW Arteon Captures IIHS Safety Award

The quality of the large vehicle’s headlights EW critical in the evaluation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10141035/2021-vw-arteon-captures-iihs-safety-award
Categories: Electric, Funding, Green Fleet
LAPD Adds 100 BMW i3 EVs, Spurns Tesla

The Los Angeles Police Department will lease 100 BMW i3 battery-electric hatchbacks and install DC fast chargers to support the vehicles that the agency...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/135455/lapd-adds-100-bmw-i3-evs-spurns-tesla
Categories: Operations
Fleet Management Executives on the Future of Fleet

Executives from several fleet management companies discussed their vision for the future of fleet management at NAFA I&E 2019, and detailed why it's an...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/329953/fleet-management-executives-on-the-future-of-fleet
Categories: Autonomous Technology, Fleet Forward, Safety, Technology
Watch a Robotaxi Make an Unprotected Left Turn into Traffic

The video reveals some complex AutoX robotaxi maneuvers in Shenzen, China. The service is now open to the public with no safety driver or remote operator.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10135573/watch-a-robotaxi-make-an-unprotected-left-turn-into-traffic
Categories: Auctions, Electric, Electric Vehicles, Fleet Forward, Green Fleet, Remarketing
Manheim Prepares to Meet Future Growth of Electric Vehicles

The auction company has created infrastructure as part of its electrification plans for service and support of electric vehicles for clients.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10154141/manheim-prepares-to-meet-future-growth-of-electric-vehicles
Categories: Equipment, Global Fleet, Remarketing
Penske Updates Online Used-Truck Buying Experience

To support social distancing measures related to COVID-19, customers can search through an extensive online inventory, speak with an expert via phone or...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/356323/penske-updates-online-used-truck-buying-experience
Categories: Operations
Verizon Appoints Senior Fleet Operations Manager

Wayne Corum assumed this position in July and is based at the Dallas-Ft. Worth airport in Texas. Previously, Corum was assistant property management...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/142361/verizon-appoints-senior-fleet-operations-manager
Categories: Charging, Electric Vehicles, Fleet Forward, Green Fleet, Sustainability
Wireless Charging Trial for Fleets Goes Live in Edinburgh

Electric vans will be fitted with a charging pad to park on as part of the trial. The £1.6 million project is led by Flexible Power Systems, in partnership...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10150221/wireless-charging-trial-for-fleets-goes-live-in-edinburgh
Categories: Hybrids, Remarketing, Small Fleet
TCO for Hybrids Failing to Keep Pace

Only seven of 29 hybrids offered in the 2016 model year showed a lower total cost of ownership than their gasoline counterparts, representing a sharp...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/136484/tco-for-hybrids-continues-to-plummet
Categories: Safety
Younger Drivers Still Use Cell Phones When Drowsy

Recent research from Rutgers University found that one in six drivers ages 18 to 25 admitted to using a phone while driving drowsy.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/135716/younger-drivers-still-use-cell-phones-when-drowsy
Categories: Operations, Products, Small Fleet
Chevrolet Low Cab Forward Pricing Starting at $40K

The new trucks are offered in regular- and crew-cab body styles, with either a 6.0L V-8 gas engine, 3.0L turbo-diesel engine, or 5.2L turbo-diesel engine,...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/134889/chevrolet-low-cab-forward-pricing-starting-at-40k
Categories: Operations, Small Fleet, Vehicle Research
Nissan Frontier Pricing Unchanged for 2019

Nissan will keep the starting retain price for its Frontier midsize pickup at $19,985, which includes a $995 delivery fee, for the 2019 model year. The...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/311900/nissan-frontier-pricing-unchanged-for-2019
Categories: Maintenance
Maintenance Costs Increase 7% in H1 2024

Increases in costs for grease, refrigerant, diagnostics, and environmental/disposal services drove the average cost of vehicle parts and service higher.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10225237/maintenance-data
Categories: Operations, Small Fleet
Toyota to Debut 2018 C-HR Subcompact SUV

Toyota will debut a U.S. version of the C-HR compact SUV for the 2018 model-year at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the automaker has announced.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/137554/toyota-to-debut-2018-c-hr-subcompact-suv
Categories: Electric Vehicles, Global Fleet, Green Fleet, Suppliers, Sustainability, Vehicle Research
Utilimarc Survey Gauges Opinions, Plans for Commercial Fleet EV Implementation

Utilimarc's survey collected data covering many points, such as by which metric companies would measure EV performance and plans for electrifying fleets in...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10140848/utilimarc-survey-gauges-opinions-plans-for-commercial-fleet-ev-implementation
Categories: Electric, Electric Vehicles, Equipment, Fuel Smarts, Global Fleet, Green Fleet, Sustainability, Vehicle Research
Dana Showcases Fully Electrified Terminal Tractor

The new Lonestar Specialty Vehicles electric terminal tractor unveiled at the NACV Show in Atlanta was designed, built and manufactured by Dana.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/343326/dana-showcases-fully-electrified-terminal-tractor
Categories: Global Fleet, Green Fleet, Operations, Sustainability, Vehicle OEM
Proterra, Komatsu to Electrify Underground Mining Machines

Komatsu is developing battery-electric load haul dumps, drills, and bolters with Proterra battery systems.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10154835/proterra-komatsu-to-electrify-underground-mining-machines
Categories: Global Fleet, Mobility, New Mobility
RTC debuts on-demand ride-share service on Las Vegas strip

"Trip to Strip" gives riders the opportunity to travel to popular Vegas hot spots without the hassle of traditional ride-share services.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10031369/rtc-debuts-on-demand-ride-share-service-on-las-vegas-strip
Categories: Operations
Ferguson Names Group Vice President of Risk Management

Caryn Helmandollar has been promoted to group vice president of risk management at Ferguson plc.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/143617/ferguson-names-group-vice-president-of-risk-management
Categories: Global Fleet, Technology
Volvo Cars, Northvolt Accelerate Shift to Electrification with New Battery Plant in Sweden

The new plant will begin operations in Gothenburg in 2025, create up 3,000 jobs, and complement a recently announced research and development center.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10161128/volvo-cars-and-northvolt-accelerate-shift-to-electrification-with-new-3-000-job-battery-plant-in-sweden
Categories: Fleet Forward, Mobility, Smart Cities
Hello Cleveland! Are You Managing Your Curb Space Effectively?

U.S. cities are encouraged to take part in a new curb space management pilot to better manage commercial loading in their cities.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10134681/hello-cleveland-are-you-managing-your-curb-space-effectively
Categories: Fleet Leasing, Global Fleet
Arval France Appoints Jonathan Chesneau to Newly Created Director of Mobility Solutions Role

Chesneau joined the BNP Paribas Group in 2018 as international business manager, in charge of the acquisition and management of Arval's strategic...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10181977/arval-france-appoints-jonathan-chesneau-to-newly-created-director-of-mobility-so
Categories: Biofuels, Fuel Smarts, Green Fleet, Neste MY Renewable Diesel
Ryder Offers Renewable Diesel at San Francisco Facility

Ryder System is now offering renewable diesel fuel at a San Francisco fueling facility.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/140458/ryder-offers-renewable-diesel-at-san-francisco-facility
Categories: Operations, Remarketing, Small Fleet
Vehicle Depreciation Shows Pockets of Strength at Midway Point

The average price of a used vehicle for model years 2012 to 2016 decreased in value 1.3%, slightly more than the 1.2% decrease in May, according to Black...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/141311/vehicle-depreciation-shows-pockets-of-strength-at-midway-point
Categories: Global Fleet, Sustainability
Industry Groups Want Australian Zero Emission Truck Strategy

The Electric Vehicle Council, Australian Trucking Association, Heavy Vehicle Industry Association and the Australian Hydrogen Council combined forces to...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10199837/australian-industry-groups-want-national-zero-emission-truck-strategy
Categories: Operations
Master the Fleet Management RFP Process Like a Pro

A smart RFP process helps fleet managers secure top suppliers, reduce costs, and drive long-term success — here’s how to do it right.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10235933/master-the-fleet-management-rfp-process-like-a-pro
Categories: Electric, Electric Vehicles, Fleet Forward, Fuel Smarts, Green Fleet, Small Fleet, Sustainability, Vehicle Research
Peterbilt Model 220EV: The Order Banks Are Open

The Model 220EV is Peterbilt’s first electric configuration for medium-duty applications. Customer deliveries expected to start by the end of 2020.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10123951/peterbilt-model-220ev-the-order-banks-are-open
Categories: Global Fleet, Management, New Mobility, Safety, Technology
Continental launches smart city mobility, transportation hub

Deployed tech enables future smart cities to boost safety, decrease congestion, reduce pollution and enable autonomous driving.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10112427/continental-launches-smart-city-mobility-transportation-hub
Categories: Operations
GM, Other Automakers Invest in Self-Driving Startup

General Motors and Japan's Softbank have joined a group of other investors who have invested $159 million in Nauto, a Silicon Valley telematics company with...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/141357/gm-other-automakers-invest-in-self-driving-startup
Categories: Green Fleet, Hydrogen
Honda's Clarity Fuel Cell Rated at 366-Mile Range

Honda's Clarity Fuel Cell sedan provides 366 miles of driving range and 68 miles per equivalent gallon of gasoline in combined driving cycles, the U.S....

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/137391/honda-s-clarity-fuel-cell-rated-at-366-mile-range
Categories: Electric, Safety
NHTSA Refutes Tesla's Safest Vehicle Claim

NHTSA recently issued a statement that a 5-star rating is the highest rating a vehicle can achieve under its crash-testing program, but stopped short of...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/316370/nhtsa-refutes-teslas-safest-vehicle-claim
Categories: Vehicle Research
Average Age of Vehicles in the US Continues to Rise

The new record age, reaching 12.6 years, shows signs of slowing as new registrations normalize.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10222246/average-age-of-vehicles-in-the-us-continues-to-rise
Categories: Electric Vehicles, Vehicle Research
EV Parity with ICE Vehicles - Are We Making Progress?

J.D. Power's new Electric Vehicle Index uses data and analytics to measure the path to EV adoption and how far we've come to parity with gas-powered vehicles.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10190444/ev-parity-with-ice-vehicles-are-we-making-progress
Categories: Safety, Safety & Compliance
Roadway Safety Grant Process Gets Underway

The National Safety Council's Road to Zero Coalition has started accepting applications for its third annual grant competition for innovative solutions to...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/320904/roadway-safety-grant-process-gets-underway
Categories: Global Fleet, Green Fleet, Sustainability
Los Angeles World Airports to Use CNG Trucks

The Los Angeles International Airport will be using Ford F-250 and F-350 vehicles fueled by compressed natural gas (CNG).

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/340155/los-angeles-world-airports-to-use-cng-trucks
Categories: Equipment, Global Fleet, Operations, Vehicle OEM
Test Drive: Nissan Titan XD's a Big Leap Forward

The beefed-up chassis puts the new truck between ½-ton and ¾-ton pickups, but the star for now is Cummins power.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/156554/test-drive-nissan-titan-xds-a-big-leap-forward
Categories: Electric, Electric Vehicles, Sustainability, Vehicle OEM, Vehicle Research
GM Confirms EV Hummer

The GMC Hummer EV truck will feature 1,000 hp, 11,500 lb.-ft. of torque, and go 0 to 60 mph in three seconds.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/350051/gm-confirms-ev-hummer
Categories: Auctions, Global Fleet, Operations, Remarketing, Vehicle OEM
XLerate Group Acquires Liquid Motors

Digital transactions have grown tremendously at XLerate over the last five years, and digital is a key component of its omnichannel, go-to-market strategy.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10147215/xlerate-group-acquires-liquid-motors
Categories: Fleet Management, Global Fleet, Legal & Legislative, Management, Operations, Safety, Small Fleet
Should My Company Mandate and Promote Driver Vaccines?

This legal roadmap for transportation businesses examines employers’ obligations regarding vaccinations and employees’ right to refuse them. Related issues...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10139390/should-my-company-mandate-and-promote-driver-vaccines
Categories: Charging, Clean Diesel, Fuel Smarts, Green Fleet
Calstart to Plan Zero-Emission Corridor Along Eastern Seaboard

A DOE-funded study conducted by Calstart will optimize investment for electric and hydrogen truck infrastructure along the I-95 freight corridor.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10208402/calstart-to-plan-zero-emission-corridor-along-eastern-seaboard
Categories: Maintenance, Small Fleet
Voice of Retreading Brodsky Passes Away

Harvey Brodsky, longtime managing director of the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau (TRIB) and then the Retread Tire Association (RTA), has died in...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/142291/brodsky-voice-of-retrading-passes-away
Categories: Electric, Green Fleet, Suppliers, Vehicle OEM, Vehicle Research
Nissan’s 2020 Leaf Pricing Starts at $31,600

The 2020 Nissan Leaf electric vehicle will start at an MSPR of $31,600, the automaker announced.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/348585/nissans-2020-leaf-pricing-starts-at-31-600
Categories: Safety, Small Fleet
Meeting on Takata Recalls Set for Oct. 22

NHTSA plans to present possible actions that could help set priorities, organize, and establish phases for the Takata air bag safety recalls affecting an...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/131410/meeting-on-takata-recalls-set-for-oct-22
Categories: Fleet, Operations, Remarketing, Small Fleet
Fleet Sales Fall Slightly While Rental Car Sales Come Back

August figures show sales into rental increased 118% year over year in August and are up 7% compared to the same time period last year.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10150776/fleet-sales-fall-slightly-while-rental-car-sales-comeback


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