Government Fleet

Carbon Motors Introduces E7 Concept Vehicle

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 14:11:44 PST

Targeted specifically to law enforcement agencies of all sizes, the E7 Concept will be marketed as a custom-made police vehicle.

New Ford Fleet Powertrain Rebate Available

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 10:16:58 PST

DETROIT - For a limited time only, Ford is offering up to $300 in rebates for fleets that replace powertrain assemblies in-house.

First Inflatable Seat Belts to Debut on Ford Explorer

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 10:03:40 PST

DEARBORN, MI - Ford will introduce inflatable rear seat belts on the next-generation Ford Explorer, which goes into production next year for the North American market. Over time, Ford plans to offer the technology in vehicles globally.

APWA Announces 99 Earn Public Infrastructure Inspector Certifications

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 11:42:24 PST

KANSAS CITY, MO - The American Public Works Association (APWA) announced that 99 public works infrastructure professionals from the U.S. and Canada have earned credentials as Certified Public Infrastructure Inspectors (CPII).

2010 NAPA/ASE Parts Specialist of the Year Announced

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 11:40:14 PST

ATLANTA - NAPA AUTO PARTS and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) have named Bill Steele the 2010 NAPA/ASE Parts Specialist of the Year.

2010 NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year Announced

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 11:38:14 PST

ATLANTA - NAPA AUTO PARTS and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) have named Paul Marquardt the 2010 NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year.

USPS Long Life Vehicles to Go Electric

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 11:30:58 PST

KANSAS CITY, MO - Smith Electric Vehicles US Corp and AM General are working together to develop a prototype electric version of the gasoline-powered Long Life Vehicle for the U.S. Postal Service (USPS).

Strict Take-Home Policy Enforced for City of Montgomery

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 11:16:21 PST

MONTGOMERY, AL - Effective this week, only two out of 22 city departments will be assigned take-home vehicles, which will only be allowed when an employee is on call for the evening.

Jefferson County Sheriff Proposes Fuel Card

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 10:54:29 PST

MT. VERNON, IL - Jefferson County Sheriff Roger Mulch has proposed the adoption of a gas card for vehicles that travel across state lines during the week to cut down on fuel costs.

Hybrid SUVS Added to Cincinnati Police Fleet

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 10:05:15 PST

CINCINNATI - The Cincinnati Police Department is adding Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUVs to its fleet, which will be converted into K-9 units, supporting bomb-sniffing dogs and counter-terrorism specialists.

Greene County Sheriff Considers Propane for Fleet

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 9:55:24 PST

CATSKILL, NY - Greene County Sheriff's Office expects to save up to 50 percent annually on fuel costs with an alternate fuel system that would enable vehicles to run on either gasoline or propane.

TP-16

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 9:25:14 PST

AMSTERDAM, NY - Mohawk's TP-16 electric/hydraulic lift is capable of raising medium-duty vehicles up to 16,000 lbs. and features all-position mechanical and hydraulic safeties, total drive-thru design, automatic swing arm restraints, and height adjustable overhead hydraulic lines (optional underground lines available).

Oil Eater Professional Brake Washer

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 9:13:32 PST

SKOKIE, IL - Clean brake parts without using electricity with the new air powered Oil Eater Professional Brake Washer, which includes a cover that also functions as a catch basin. It is designed for use on alignment lift/ramp lifts or on the floor and can also be used as a portable parts washer.

Indiana City Resolves Biodiesel Fleet Issues

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 14:22:28 PST

KOKOMO, IN --- After months of working out problems, the City of Kokomo in Indiana is finally confident in its efforts to run some city trucks on biodiesel.

Honda to Launch New 2010 Accord Crossover

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 10:33:06 PST

TORRANCE, CA - The all-new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour crossover utility vehicle, set to debut Nov. 20, combines features of the Accord V-6 Sedan with increased cargo space and functionality.

NAFA PSW Chapter to Meet at LA Auto Show

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 10:19:44 PST

LOS ANGELES - The NAFA Pacific Southwest (PSW) Chapter will hold its annual Los Angeles Auto Show meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 8. Attendees will be free to tour the auto show after the meeting.

Kickback Scheme Revealed, Fleet Manager Resigns

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 12:07:14 PST

BROOKSVILLE, FL - Jack Stepongzi, fleet manager for Hernando County, resigned Oct. 30 after county officials learned he had been receiving payments from a county vendor.

Coalition Wants Trenton Fleet Downsized

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 11:28:18 PST

TRENTON, NJ - Members of the Trenton Residents Action Coalition have submitted an ordinance to make the City of Trenton keep a vehicle inventory and do away with some take-home vehicles.

Fleet Fuel Funds May Keep Pittsburgh Libraries Open

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 11:07:54 PST

PITTSBURGH - An anticipated excess of $1.6 million in the fleet fuel fund is a possible solution to help keep the city's libraries open.

2010 GFX Conference: Call for Speakers

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 10:39:59 PST

TORRANCE, CA - The 2010 Government Fleet Expo & Conference is seeking engaging speakers and interesting topics about real-world case studies. Proposals must be submitted by Feb. 1, 2010.

New Certified Public Fleet Professionals Announced

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 10:26:03 PST

KANSAS CITY, MO - Fleet employees from Colorado, Maryland, Arizona, Kansas, Missouri, and Washington are among those who recently earned the CPFP designations.

NAFA Seeks Tax Credits for Green Fleets

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 10:07:33 PST

PRINCETON, NJ - NAFA recently sent a proposal to the U.S. Senate Finance Committee and House Ways and Means Committee to help state and local government fleets get federal tax credits for using clean fuel or low-emission vehicles.

Keep Your Eyes on the Road, Your Hands Upon the Wheel

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 9:25:42 PST

Multi-tasking while driving has become common and is a major factor in driver distraction. Drivers are multi-tasking because they are required to do more in the same allotted time. Drivers use "windshield time" to talk on the phone, catch-up on e-mails, scan documents while driving to meetings, and eat when running behind schedule.

$5K Fleet Manager Scholarship Awarded to Ferris State

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:00:29 PST

BIG RAPIDS, MI - Christy Coyte, global fleet manager for Johnson Controls Inc. and 2009 Professional Fleet Manager of the Year, recently presented a $5,000 scholarship to Ferris State University.

California State Vehicles Found to be Underutilized

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:38:05 PST

SACRAMENTO, CA - A Sacramento Bee investigation discovered many of the new cars and trucks purchased for the State of California this year, which cost more than $5.5 million, have been idle for months.

Officials Park Their County-Owned Vehicles

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:06:15 PST

PUEBLO, CO - Pueblo County commissioners were scrutinized last summer after a televised news report questioned the "perk" and use of county-owned cars on personal business.

AQMD Funding Deadline Extended to Nov. 20

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:59:50 PST

DIAMOND BAR, CA - The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) has extended its deadline to apply for the Carl Moyer Program to Nov. 20.

Take-Home Cuts May Spare Tulsa Police Jobs

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 9:54:42 PST

TULSA, OK - The police union has been asked to give up officer take-home vehicles used outside city limits in order to save jobs and the helicopter and mounted patrol units.

GPS a Possibility for Knox County Vehicles

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 9:28:55 PST

KNOXVILLE, TN - County commissioners recently approved a proposal that could lead to key county take-home vehicles having GPS systems installed to cut down on employees' personal driving.

The Toro Company Acquires Assets of TY-CROP Manufacturing

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 9:10:37 PST

BLOOMINGTON, MN - TY-CROP products will be marketed under the Toro brand and sold through Toro's distribution channel in the United States and international markets.

Digital Eyewitness G3 Vision

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 9:07:51 PST

The new Digital Eyewitness G3 Vision from Kustom Signals allows simultaneous recording from up to four cameras. Cameras may be positioned to simultaneously record activity both outside (front, back, and side) and inside the patrol vehicle.

E60 Excavator

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 9:01:23 PST

The E60, like the E80 launched earlier this year, features a completely new design that increases the comfort of the operator and the durability of the machine, while decreasing the frequency needed for some preventive maintenance tasks.

Pricing for All-New 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy-Duty Announced

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:02:09 PST

AUBURN HILLS, MI - Chrysler Group LLC announced pricing for the all-new 2010 Ram 2500 and 3500 heavy-duty trucks, scheduled to arrive in dealerships at the end of the 2009 calendar-year.

West Virginia Boosts Efforts to Track Fleet Vehicles

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:50:37 PST

CHARLESTON, WV - Effective immediately, all state vehicle users must keep a logbook that clearly documents personal use of the vehicles versus business use of the vehicles.

UCM Awarded Grant to Study Electric Vehicles

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:31:20 PST

WARRENSBURG, MO - The University of Central Missouri's (UCM) has been awarded a $5 million grant funded by the U.S. Department of Energy to study advanced electric drive vehicles.

Arsenault Professional Services Increase by 36%, Set Pace for Overall Growth

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:22:26 PST

BURLINGTON, NJ - Arsenault Associates announced its consulting services business increased by 36 percent through the 3rd quarter (YTD) of 2009 compared with the same period a year ago.

Take-Home Vehicles for Houston Police Under Review

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:19:07 PST

HOUSTON - Replacing 186 aging city vehicles, the City of Houston is reviewing all vehicle spending items, including the police department's current take-home policy.

Burlington County Cuts Fleet & Parks Take-Home Vehicles

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:50:58 PST

MOUNT HOLLY, NJ - Burlington County announced it will cut another 36 vehicles from fleet and park approximately 44 cars and trucks designated as take-home vehicles.

Sedgwick County Sheriff’s New Look to Save Money

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:34:17 PST

WICHITA, KS - After nearly 17 years, the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s office is changing the paint scheme of its fleet of “Shamu” patrol vehicles.

Cars that Drive Themselves can Become Reality in 10 Years

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 9:15:01 PST

GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN - A new EU project, SARTRE, is being launched to develop and test technology for vehicles that can drive themselves in long road trains on motorways.

Energy Fleets Discuss Trends in the Industry

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:08:15 PST

HOUSTON - Fleet representatives from approximately 40 Houston area energy companies met at PHH Arval's annual Energy Conference Oct. 22 in Houston.

2nd Annual Green Fleet Conference Examines Budget-Conscious Environmental Initiatives

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 10:35:59 PST

CHICAGO - More than 350 fleet industry professionals attended the conference, which offered solutions and resources to help fleet managers continue environmental initiatives in budget-challenged times.

Awards Recognized Green Fleet Leaders

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 9:47:58 PST

TORRANCE, CA - Government Fleet magazine honored fleet managers with its first annual "Fleet Environmental Leadership" Awards. "Greening" a fleet will improve its impact on the environment by reducing emissions and fuel consumption.

New Ambulances for Aiken County

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:16:18 PST

AIKEN, SC - Aiken County Emergency Services will add three ambulances to its fleet in the coming weeks, bringing the total emergency response vehicles to 14.

Dallas Police Department Debuts New Black-and-White

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:05:13 PST

DALLAS - The department's fleet manager, Lt. Dale Barnard, said 266 of the brand-new cars will hit the streets in late February.

TMX32

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:45:11 PST

The TMX32 is a truck-mounted lift that is extremely stable at elevation. It is built with durability in mind and can be used for a wide variety of applications, according to the manufacturer.

National Guard Bureau Orders 800 Off-Road Vehicles

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:37:34 PST

MINNEAPOLIS - The National Guard Bureau, the federal organization that oversees equipment purchases for the National Guard, will spend $2.4 million on the purchase of Polaris RANGER 800 CREW Side-by-Sides.

APWA President-Elect Crombie Named to Climate Ready Water Utilities Working Group

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:26:38 PST

KANSAS CITY, MO - President-Elect George Crombie was a driving force behind the creation of the APWA Center of Sustainability, a newly created initiative to promote principles of sustainability within the public works profession.

IIHS Studies Impact of Cell Phone Laws

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:23:18 PST

ARLINGTON, VA - The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) recently sought out the impact of cell phone laws in changing patterns of driver cell phone use in New York, Connecticut, and the District of Columbia.

GPS Causing Truck Crashes

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:07:00 PST

ALBANY, NY - Gov. David Paterson recently proposed penalties including jail time and confiscation of trucks to come down on drivers who use GPS to take more hazardous routes and end up striking bridges.

NYC’s Growing Fleet Causes Some Concern

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 7:01:02 PST

NEW YORK - With a near-record of 29,687 vehicles, the increase of motor vehicles to New York City's fleet may translate into more carbon emissions, reported the New York Post.

Lee County Reviews Cell Phone Policies

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 6:45:19 PST

OPELIKA, AL - County officials are reviewing a revised cell phone policy to help reduce risk and liability to the county.

Russell Named Alt-Transportation Coordinator for Energy Division

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 6:34:53 PST

BOSTON - Stephen Russell, former fleet superintendent for the City of Keene, N.H., has been named alternative transportation program coordinator for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Division of Energy Resources.

Personal Use of State Vehicles Not Reported

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 6:23:37 PST

CHARLESTON, WV - A legislative audit released Oct. 14 revealed numerous West Virginia state employees failed to properly report use of state vehicles.

U.S. Postal Service on Track to Meeting Emissions Goals

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 6:11:15 PST

WASHINGTON - Although exempt from the recent Executive Order establishing energy guidelines, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) voluntarily determined its greenhouse gas emissions, making it the only federal agency to publicly report them.

Pittsburgh Cuts Garbage Truck Fleet Emissions

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 6:03:19 PST

PITTSBURGH - The City of Pittsburgh has retrofitted 14 garbage trucks in its city fleet with pollution controls that reduce the amount of soot emissions by 90 percent.

Subaru Outback Named 2010 Sport/Utility of the Year

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 9:50:50 PST

CHERRY HILL, NJ - The Subaru Outback has been named 2010 Sport/Utility of the Year by Motor Trend magazine.

2010 Annual Fuel Economy Guide Now Available

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 9:20:47 PST

WASHINGTON - For 2010, the Toyota Prius tops the list as the most fuel-efficient model at 51 mpg city/48 highway.

Forsyth County Downsizes Fleet

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:31:26 PST

CUMMING, GA - Cuts to fleet staff and vehicles are just a few of the cost-cutting measures the County has taken in efforts to offset the budget deficit.

BOLT Series of Locks

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:02:51 PST

The new BOLT (Breakthrough One-key Lock Technology) Series of locks incorporate a patented, automotive-style cylinder that enables users to insert their car or truck key, turn once, and program the lock to that key.

EH Series Cranes

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:59:06 PST

Maintainer Corp.'s new EH Series Cranes are designed to perform to a high standard of durability and reliability, while providing the maximum duty cycle possible in today's electric crane industry, according to the company.

Energy Xtreme to Showcase Technology at the 2009 COPS West Expo

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:54:51 PST

ONTARIO, CA - Energy Xtreme will display its Independence Package, a comprehensive, solid-state power-management system that consists of dry recyclable power cells that provide energy to operate a police car system's full electrical load with the engine turned off.

Kerry Group Rolls Out New Shell ROTELLA Road Show Mobile Display

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:51:33 PST

ST. LOUIS - The Kerry Group is now rolling out the new Shell ROTELLA Road Show mobile display that premiered at a September 23rd campaign launch event at Richard Childress Racing in Welcome, N.C.

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Uses Harris Corporation Technology During G-20 Summit

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:46:10 PST

BOSTON - Built with proven Harris technology, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's STARNet system allowed federal agencies and state and local police to work together using a single communications tool.

Mohave County Looking to Replenish Fleet

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:39:01 PST

KINGMAN, AZ - Mohave County is going out on bids for 13 new cars and trucks for various county departments.

City of Santa Monica Goes Electric

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 9:58:39 PST

SANTA MONICA, CA - The City will use Rapid Electric Vehicles' (REV) 300 ACX PACKs to transform a Ford Escape to a 100-percent electrified vehicle for fleet use.

Ft. Wayne Honored for Use of Renewable Fuel

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 9:38:24 PST

FORT WAYNE, IN - The 2009 Paul Dana Award was presented Oct. 14 to the City of Ft. Wayne for its dedication to converting its fleet of city trucks and buses to ethanol and biodiesel.

Gray to Retire from Village of Elk Grove

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 9:04:48 PST

ELK GROVE, IL - Jack Gray, fleet manager for the Village of Elk Grove, Ill., will retire Nov. 6, after 32-and-a-half years of service with the community.

It is Crucial to Over-Communicate

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 12:10:39 PST

The best way to control fleet costs is before the money has ever been spent. Likewise, promising good customer service is not the same as delivering it. When it comes to communicating fleet policy compliance with users and fostering a customer service mindset with your staff, it is important to consistently re-communicate these goals. The secret to success is to communicate and then re-communicate on a regular basis.

Sonoma County Fleet Manager Shares EV Knowledge

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:11:29 PST

TORRANCE, CA - David Head, fleet manager for the County of Sonoma Fleet Operations Division, will offer tips for managing a fleet of electric vehicles with a networked charging infrastructure on Oct. 27.

YakTrax

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 11:39:36 PST

The outer band conforms to the length and width of nearly any types of shoes and boots to serve as "snow tires" on your feet.

EPSILON Timber & Recycling Crane

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 11:37:05 PST

Palfinger North America announced the EPSILON timber and recycling crane will now be an additional product offering in North and Latin America.

S650 Skid-Steer Loader & T650 Compact Track Loader

Thu, 1 Oct 2009 12:42:01 PST

WEST FARGO, ND - The new S650 skid-steer loader and T650 compact track loader are now available for order through local Bobcat dealerships.

TriCore Technology for SuperVisor and WingMan

Thu, 1 Oct 2009 12:26:22 PST

Code 3, Inc. announced SuperVisor and WingMan products are now available with TriCore Technology.

Load'N'Go Powerbody

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:21:17 PST

PHOENIX - The Powerbody incorporates Load'N'Go's ease of transferability with the energy to power the tools necessary for the commercial tradesman. Power, enormous storage, and the security of steel are the foundation of this utility body, according to the company.

100 Best Fleets: Top Public Sector Fleets Recognized

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 10:33:25 PST

Increased use of alternative fuels, significant monies saved through higher fleet utilization, and reduced turnaround times are why these fleets are considered the “100 Best.”

Do’s and Don’ts in Spreader Preseason Prep

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:03:39 PST

While spreaders vary widely, all require special servicing to maintain good operating health and avoid extra costs. Here are tips to prepare your winter-maintenance spreaders before the season begins.

‘Green is Good’ for Evergreen Fleet Initiative

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:06:12 PST

Several Puget Sound, Wash., public sector fleet departments have established the Evergreen Fleet Initiative, which they hope will serve as a standard in the Northwest region.

Savings Dug Up with D7E Dozer

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:42:06 PST

Reduced fuel consumption and lower service costs are just a few ways fleets can save with the Caterpillar D7E Track-Type Tractor, a hybrid system that combines diesel and electric power.

Hillsborough County Named #1 Public Sector Fleet – Again!

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:32:05 PST

The Florida county was named the best public fleet in North America for the second year running. For the past three fiscal years, the fleet team has attained a 97-percent overall customer satisfaction rating while reducing operating costs.

Soil Conditioners & Disc Harrows for Tractor & Toolcat 5610

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:12:02 PST

WEST FARGO, ND - Bobcat Company is making soil preparation easier for owners of compact tractors or the Toolcat 5610 utility work machine with the release of the new soil conditioner and disc harrow Category 1 three-point hitch implements, according to the company.

Spartan Recalls 239 Fire Trucks

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:14:44 PST

WASHINGTON, D.C. --- Spartan Chassis Inc. is recalling 239 MY 2006-2009 fire truck cab and chassis vehicles manufactured between Jan. 16, 2006 and Aug. 10, 2009 that are equipped with the Rolltek supplemental side restraint system.

Public Sector Fleet Managers Work Under a Microscope

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 10:13:52 PST

At one time, there was anonymity in being a public sector fleet manager - no more. All this changed with increased fuel costs, emission-reduction mandates, liability issues, new regulations, and escalated productivity demands, along with ongoing personnel, vehicle, and maintenance costs. Computerization of fleet data has created easy accessibility to this data, which facilitates scrutiny of fleet operations.

Polaris RANGER EV

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 11:20:03 PST

MINNEAPOLIS - Polaris Industries recently introduced its new RANGER EV, a Side-by-Side built specifically for clean and quiet operation.

Public Sector Fleets: How to Minimize User Abuse and Neglect of Equipment

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 10:11:54 PST

A significant category of unnecessary fleet cost is equipment damage caused by user abuse or neglect. Abuse is by far the most expensive form of equipment failure. Fleet managers tell me there is no limit to the ways equipment can be abused. Abuse can range from damage caused from fluid levels being low, missing PM intervals, driving on underinflated tires to extreme situations of jumping curbs or scraping the sides of buildings. These represent significant costs.

City of Naperville Purchases New 700/800 MHz OpenSky Digital Radio System

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 17:18:30 PST

NAPERVILLE, IL - Naperville is partnering with the City of Aurora, Illinois, in the purchase of the system, which will provide enhanced in-building and outdoor coverage to provide reliable, interoperable communications between first responders and front-line emergency personnel.

Caterpillar XQ175 Mobile Diesel Generat

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 17:12:24 PST

PEORIA, IL - Rated at 175 kW, the new XQ175 generator set delivers power with the fuel-efficient Cat C6.6 engine.

Kubota M-Series

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 17:08:17 PST

TORRANCE, CA - Kubota introduces four new models to its M-Series deluxe mid-size ag/utility tractor line: the Kubota M100X, M110X, M126X, and M135X.

PHH Arval Unveils Fleet Management Mobile Application

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 8:45:01 PST

SPARKS, MD - PHH Arval has announced the launch of a new mobile application designed to increase the productivity and satisfaction of its clients' fleet drivers.

Riverside County to Use GPS

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:33:01 PST

RIVERSIDE, CA - Criticized in a recent audit for lax oversight of take-home cars and other inefficiencies, Riverside County is seeking funds to outfit its vehicles with GPS tracking devices.

Xora & Gearworks Merge for Location-Based Mobile Business Applications

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 10:25:39 PST

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA - The combined company will retain the Xora name.

How to Maximize Lift Safety

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:09:53 PST

Safety is a major consideration when lifting and working under an object weighing several tons. Resources are available to shop managers on lift inspection, proper operation, lifting procedures, and mechanic training.

Vertex Super-LED

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:58:19 PST

HAVERHILL, MA -This single, self-contained hemispheric light is only 7/8" in height and works for most applications where size and intensity are critically important.

Last Chance to Nominate 'Green Fleet Leaders'

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 12:04:50 PST

TORRANCE, CA - Automotive Fleet and Government Fleet magazine want to honor fleet managers with the first annual "Fleet Environmental Leadership" Awards. August 17 is the last day to submit nominations.

Vehicle Committees Help City Improve Driver Satisfaction

Thu, 6 Aug 2009 11:06:42 PST

Through implementing vehicle committees, the City Utilities of Springfield, Mo., increased communication with its field crew and improved driver satisfaction, leading to a higher level of trust and crew engagement.

Social Networking Sites and Fleet - Do They Connect?

Thu, 6 Aug 2009 9:07:35 PST

TORRANCE, CA - The current buzz is "social networking," online communities of people who share interests and/or activities. Encouraging people around the world to communicate, network, and share information, social networking has taken quite a hold.

Georgia Becomes 29th State to Join WSCA Contract

Thu, 6 Aug 2009 8:51:08 PST

ATLANTA - The competitively bid, multisourced contract includes all types of vehicle lifts, tire changers, wheel balancers, alignment machines, brake lathes, brake test equipment, and exhaust evacuation equipment.

Zipper Containment Box System

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 8:49:03 PST

Asphalt Zipper's new Containment Box now makes it possible to pulverize thin and deteriorated road surfaces easily and quickly, according to the company.

Vigilant Operator Presence System

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 8:43:01 PST

Interlock switches shut down the engine when the operator leaves the seat while the PTO is engaged or the levers are in drive position.

Study: Texting Raises Crash Risk 23.2 Times

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:28:08 PST

BLACKSBURG, VA - Truck and heavy-vehicle drivers who text-message while driving are 23.2 times more likely to be involved in a crash or near-crash as non-distracted motorists, according to new research conducted by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute.