Government Fleet

Iowa Considering Vehicle Options to Save Money

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:25:47 PST

SIOUX CITY, IA - With total estimated vehicle costs for its 3,000-plus fleet totaling more than $30 million, the state is exploring ways to save money.

Monterey County Reviewing Car ‘Perk’

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:49:44 PST

SALINAS, CA - County policy currently allows some high-level managers to use county-provided cars for their commutes or receive a $375 monthly transportation stipend.

City of Houston Installs 10 EV Charging Stations

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:24:23 PST

HOUSTON - The charging stations will be located around Houston, with public stations at City Hall, the Health Department office and at the Mayor's Citizens Assistance Office.

City of Austin Launches New Car-share Program

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:58:00 PST

AUSTIN, TX - The City of Austin just launched its six-month car-sharing pilot program with the introduction of 200 smart car vehicles to the Austin area.

Culver City Named Best Government Green Fleet in North America

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:22:04 PST

CULVER CITY, CA - The City of Culver City was recently named the #1 Green Fleet in North America for 2009 by the Best Green Fleets National Fleet Certification Program and the U.S. Clean Cities Coalition.

Michigan State Police Release 2010 Vehicle Test Results

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 9:55:58 PST

EAST LANSING, MI - Chrysler's 2010 Dodge Charger ranked highest in Michigan State Police's evaluation of the most widely used two- and four-wheel patrol vehicles.

Raptor RP-1 Ka-Band Antennas

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:39:25 PST

LENEXA, KS - The Raptor RP-1 from Kustom Signals now offers the choice of Ka-Band or K-Band antennas for both vehicle and motorcycle applications.

LSS222 Beacon

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:36:07 PST

ST. LOUIS - The LSS222 LED Beacon has two levels of LED reflectors that provide a focused signal for brightness. Polycarbonate lens construction also provides a horizontal spread for easy identification of signal.

‘MythBusters’ Sets Out to Bust Fuel Efficiency Myths

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:34:14 PST

SAN FRANCISCO - The Discovery Channel's television show "MythBusters" recently conducted several experiments to answer questions on fuel efficiency.

Chevrolet Cruze to Debut at LA Auto Show

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:23:57 PST

LOS ANGELES - Chevrolet will debut the U.S. production version of the Cruze sedan at the Los Angeles Auto Show on Dec. 2. The vehicle is scheduled to go on sale in the U.S. in the third quarter of 2010.

Ford to Develop All-New Police Interceptor

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:12:33 PST

DEARBORN, MI - Ford will produce an all-new, purpose-built Police Interceptor specially designed and engineered to replace the Ford Crown Victoria law enforcement vehicle lineup in 2011.

City of Gadsden Recycling Efforts Include Fleet Biodiesel

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:04:48 PST

GADSDEN, AL - In addition to conventional recycling efforts, the City of Gadsden is also encouraging residents to become more involved in supplying recycled oil for the fleet's biodiesel fuel.

Summit County’s New Fleet Facility in Progress

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:52:30 PST

FRISCO, CO - Builders are making steady progress on Summit County's new $14 million fleet and transit maintenance facility, which is expected to be completed by next fall.

Escambia County Adding 50 SUVs to Fleet

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:37:48 PST

PENSACOLA, FL - Escambia County Sheriff's Office is adding more than 50 Tahoes to its fleet of vehicles in anticipation of Ford phasing out the Crown Victoria.

Hubbard County Fleet Replacements on Hold

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:27:25 PST

PARK RAPIDS, MN - Hubbard County is waiting for a clearer budget picture before making a decision on granting the Sheriff Department's request to purchase three new squad cars and auction older models.

Fairfield Maintenance Manager Named Transit Employee of the Year

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:03:03 PST

FAIRFIELD, CA - David Renschler, vehicle maintenance manager for the City of Fairfield, Calif., was named Transit Employee of the Year by the Solano Transportation Authority.

Budgetary Shortfalls Intensify Second-Guessing of Fleet Managers

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 9:59:18 PST

The budgetary meltdowns in public sector America have caused significant turmoil for fleet operations. Due to these fiscal shortfalls, the level of scrutiny of internal costs is at a level never seen before, even for fleets with reputations for cost-efficiency and high service levels. Fleet managers are constantly second-guessed on the efficacy of their policies and under tremendous pressure to maintain preexisting service levels despite slashed budgets and reduced staffing.

Rescue Group Says County Denied Fleet Maintenance

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 7:20:52 PST

ASPEN, CO - Mountain Rescue-Aspen said Pitkin County denied the group access to the county auto shop for preventative maintenance on their fleet of vehicles, prompting the group to bring up the issue at a recent county commissioners meeting.

Pataskala Police to Cut Take-Home Cars, Downsize Fleet

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 7:08:23 PST

PATASKALA, OH - Cost-cutting measures include staff cuts, suspending the take-home program, refinancing vehicles, and selling surplus.

N.C. State Agencies Spend Money on Parked Vehicles

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 6:51:15 PST

RALEIGH, NC - A WRAL news investigation found several North Carolina agencies using the state's motor fleet have paid millions for miles they did not drive.

GM Expands Fleet & Commercial Operations

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 6:20:00 PST

DETROIT - General Motors Fleet and Commercial Operations appointed 24 fleet professionals in the field to focus on helping state, city, and municipal customers meet their fleet needs with Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles.

San Patricio County Orders 11 Sheriff's Vehicles

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 21:05:05 PST

SINTON, TX - San Patricio County will spend about $253,000 on 10 patrol cars and a truck for its Sheriff's Department fleet.

Shuttle Shift Transmission

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:55:52 PST

The shuttle shift transmission will provide optimal PTO output and efficiencies for use in applications such as mowing, tilling, and other rear PTO demanding applications, according to Bobcat.

SnowEx Introduces Full Line of De-Icing/Anti-Icing Sprayers

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:03:43 PST

WARREN, MI - Responding to the growing popularity of liquid brine solutions for use in snow and ice maintenance applications, SnowEx, a product division of TrynEx International, introduces a complete line of AccuSpray de-icing/anti-icing sprayers.

11 Approaches to Right-Sizing Your Fleet

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 15:28:08 PST

Traditional methods of determining the most cost-effective fleet size can be inefficient and inaccurate. Several alternative methods can be used individually or in combination.

Chevrolet Debuts All-New 2011 Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 15:05:24 PST

Available in two configurations with an available unmarked version, the 2011 Chevrolet Caprice PPV is rear-wheel driven, offering six- and eight-cylinder engines.

10 Tips for Spec'ing & Maintaining Sewer Cleaners

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:49:10 PST

Sewer cleaning trucks help ensure a clean city, free from clogged drainage systems. Properly spec’ing and maintaining this equipment requires careful planning and a clear strategy.

Calculating Mechanic Staffing Requirements

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:39:03 PST

Public sector fleet managers often struggle with determining appropriate mechanic staffing levels. Quantifying labor demand and supply and accounting for individual fleet operations can provide the answers.

Spares Work Best in Motor Pools

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:24:34 PST

Central motor pools offer cost-effective utilization of extra fleet units. Rotated use and preventive maintenance can extend vehicle lifecycles, while units flexibly serve the collective needs of end-user departments.

NJPA Helps Fleets Cut Costs (And Purchasing Time!)

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:08:46 PST

Offering an alternative procurement method to help fleets save money, the National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) “creates an alliance between buyers and suppliers” to streamline the fleet purchasing process.

How to Prevent User Departments from Mismanaging Heavy Construction Equipment

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 13:19:50 PST

A good working relationship between fleet and user departments begins with the spec’ing process and extends through the equipment service to its eventual resale or trade-in and can help avoid error.

City of Oxnard Embraces Technology to Streamline Operations

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 12:49:40 PST

The City’s Fleet Services Division recently implemented a state-of-the-art technology system, resulting in significant productivity gains for all technicians.

City Sharing Fleet Services with School District

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 11:49:02 PST

SIERRA VISTA, AZ - The City of Sierra Vista will now provide its school district maintenance and fueling services for its vehicles as a backup to the district's own services.

Springdale Police to Bring Back Old Cruiser

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 11:29:21 PST

SPRINGDALE, AR - The Springdale Police Department is requesting newer models of its original Ford Crown Victoria police cruisers be added to its fleet.

Maricopa Police Officer Accused of Mismanaging Fleet

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 10:51:56 PST

MARICOPA, AZ - Sgt. Aki Stant recently underwent a nearly three-month investigation involving mismanagement of the police fleet.

Montmorency County Sheriff Must Cut Staff & Vehicles

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 10:25:20 PST

GAYLORD, MI - Montmorency County Sheriff Don Edwards said the recent failure of two millage proposals could result in the layoff of one or two deputies and fewer patrol cars on the roads.

Kent County Reviewing Take-Home Necessity

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 10:09:37 PST

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - In efforts to trim $6.5 million from its proposed 2010 budget, Kent County officials are reviewing whether all take-home vehicles are needed.

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.