Fleet Fuel News and Management

Hybrid Large Trucks: the Road to Viability
Through the support of WestStart-CALSTART’s Hybrid Truck Users Forum, 13 utility fleets became early adopters of medium- and heavy-duty hybrid truck technology. Fleet managers report substantial fuel savings and few maintenance issues, though greater production is needed to drive premiums down.

New Work Engines of Tomorrow
From hybrids to electric vehicles, it is important to have the right fuel to drive down fuel costs.

Ford & Smith Collaborate on All-Electric Vehicles
Ford and UK-based Smith Electric Vehicles have launched two vehicles based on a Ford chassis. A zero-emissions light-duty van and medium-duty truck are expected to begin U.S. manufacturing by the end of 2008.

Telematics Cuts 200-Truck Fleet Annual Fuel Spend by Nearly $200K
The wireless system helps a lumber transport company prevent unauthorized use, decrease idling time, and avoid maintenance problems.

High Fuel Costs Push Companies Toward a Managed Fleet Program
Two home healthcare providers implement ways to control fleet costs using their managed fleet programs, which would not have been possible under a reimbursement plan.