July 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
By Ashley Willis
Maintaining off-road equipment is not an easy feat, but with these tips, managing the equipment can be a much easier, not to mention cost effective, task.
Tags: Bright Ideas, fuel, maintenance
July 2009, Work Truck - Feature
By Russ Cass
Reviewing payload, cargo requirements, access, mileage, and roadway requirements can be the answer to saving costs and simplifying fleet vehicle choices.
Tags: Audit, fuel
May 2009, Automotive Fleet - Cover Story
By Cindy Brauer & Thi Dao
From acquisition to remarketing, a compilation of best ideas in managing successful, cost-effective, and efficient fleets is presented.
Tags: accident management, best practices, Bright Ideas, fleet policies, fuel, maintenance management, Remarketing, risk management, sustainability
July 2008, Work Truck - Feature
By Steve Bennett
Fleet operations at Madison, Wis.-based Alliant Energy Corp. uses biofuels to contribute to the company’s larger overall goal of using renewable energy sources as much as possible.
Tags: biodiesel, biofuel, E-85, flex-fuel, fuel, green
April 2008, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Although fuel prices continue to hit record highs, you can take action to maximize fuel efficiency. Here are 15 suggestions for better fuel economy and best practices from fleet operators.
Tags: fuel, idling, tire pressure
March 2008, Work Truck - Feature
By Cindy Brauer
Mobile resource management (MRM) systems allow fleet managers to track fuel transactions, streamline routing, monitor driver behavior, automate maintenance alerts, and implement other efficiency-producing functions.
Tags: driver behavior, fuel, GPS, GPS Insight, maintenance, telematics, Vericom Technologies
February 2008, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Grace Lauron
By implementing GPS, PoolCorp can now manage its fleet more effectively, safely, and efficiently. The NetworkCar system has helped the fleet cut back on speeding, idling, accidents, and costs.
Tags: fuel
January 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Shelley Mika
How a fuel card program helped the State of Florida balance its budget — and prepare for the future.
Tags: Comdata, Florida, fuel
January 2008, Work Truck - Feature
By Sean Lyden
Vehicles 8,500-lbs. GVWR or more are exempt from federal fuel economy requirements, making it more challenging to project fuel economy for vehicles such as 3/4-and 1-ton pickups, vans, and medium-duty trucks.
Tags: EPA standards, fuel
By Joe Bohn
Truck fleet fuel saving strategies include right-sized vehicles, alt-fuel use, and driver education.
Tags: FPL, fuel, hybrid, right-sizing
November 2007, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Mike Antich
A hedging program can be an invaluable tool to help manage the price of fuel and offset the risk of adverse price movements.
October 2007, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Editor
Many companies are turning to fuel card programs for their fueling needs. Data from these programs can be mined with significant savings.
September 2007, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Lisajoyce Vergara
Choosing the right fuel management provider can save you valuable time and money.
August 2007, Automotive Fleet - Feature
STATISTICS AND CUSTOMER RESPONSE SURVEYS LEAVE LITTLE DOUBT ABOUT THE ADVANTAGES OF FUEL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS. ENHANCE SAVINGS THROUGH RESEARCH, REPORTING, COMMUNICATION, AND RELATIONSHIP-BUILDING.
Tags: best practices, fuel
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