September 25, 2008
The automaker introduces three advanced electric-drive vehicle prototypes.
Tags: chrysler, Chrysler's Electric Vehicle, Dodge, electric vehicles , Jeep
July 17, 2008
It’s unclear, however, which customers will be eligible first to purchase the vehicle: fleets or the general public.
Tags: electric vehicles , EV, i-MiEV, Mitsubishi
The automaker’s new Envi unit is developing vehicles that are intended to run on battery power alone for about 40 miles.
Tags: Chevy Volt , chrysler, electric vehicles , Envi unit, Ford, General Motors, Toyota
July 10, 2008
The electric Minis will help BMW to meet new California regulations that will require carmakers selling cars in the state to offer zero emission vehicles.
Tags: BMW, BMW Electric Mini, electric vehicles , green fleet
April 24, 2008
Designed for eliminating emissions and creating energy independence, the ZeroTruck offered in low cab forward design will carry the latest in electric drive technology.
Tags: electric vehicles , Electrorides , Medium-Duty Truck, ZeroTruck
February 7, 2008
In the agreement, Tanfield Group Plc will manufacture and supply the lithium phosphate energy storage systems to power all-electric commercial delivery vehicles.
Tags: electric vehicles , lithium phosphate battery , Tanfield Group , Valence
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By Mike Antich Replacement tires are the third-largest expense category for fleets. In the past three years, this expense category has grown as a result of multiple price increases from all major tire OEMs. In 2008, year-to-date tire replacement costs have increased 4-10 percent. This follows a 3-4 percent price increase in 2007 and an 8-10 percent price increase in 2006. The consensus is replacement tire prices will increase again in 2009.
By Mike Antich The number one threat to fleets continues to be the price of fuel, despite the fact that fuel prices have been declining due to the global economic slowdown. Year-to-date, the cost of fuel has increased 30 percent in 2008 compared to 2007. The Energy Information Administration is projecting fuel to average $3.82 per gallon in calendar-year 2009. Fuel is the potential game changer of the fleet industry. Consider two recent examples as harbingers of things to come.
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