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Vehicle Researchby Sean LydenMay 7, 2012

Transmissions Drive Medium-Duty Truck Fuel Efficiency

A decade ago, a manual transmission always beat out an automatic, primarily because it was more efficient — but, times are changing.

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Vehicle Researchby Sean LydenNovember 3, 2011

15-Point Checklist: How to Select the Right Pickup for the Job

Whatever the job, there is probably a light-duty pickup truck that can be spec’ed to fit the bill.

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Operationsby Chris BrownSeptember 8, 2011

Getting into Vans

The action in the commercial van market is getting hot and heavy. With pickup truck-like capabilities, improved fuel economy and white space for branding, new and updated van offerings are attracting a new breed of small business entrepreneurs.

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Operationsby Greg BasichMay 13, 2011

Propane-Powered and Profitable

Austin Gutter King is realizing reduced fuel and maintenance costs after converting four vehicles to run on propane.

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Vehicle ResearchCover Storyby Lauren FletcherJanuary 19, 2011

Vehicles that Drove Fleet History

Without vehicles, you can’t have a fleet. Which vehicles have driven the fleet industry over the decades since Automotive Fleet's inception in 1961?

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Vehicle Researchby Sean LydenSeptember 5, 2010

21 Questions to Ask When Spec'ing Refrigerated Truck Bodies

Critical elements in determining medium-duty refrigerator body specifications include maintaining optimal cargo area temperature and designing a cost-effective, energy-efficient vehicle.

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Leasingby Chris BrownSeptember 1, 2010

Leasing and the Price of Risk

Open-end leasing comes with residual value risk but no restrictions and greater control. Can it work for your small fleet?

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Leasingby Chris BrownJuly 18, 2010

Can I Quote You?

A new Internet service offers commercial same-day fleet leasing quotes — without running your credit.

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Leasingby Chris BrownJuly 16, 2010

Small Fleet Right-Sizes Lease Program

RBC Bearings saved lease and maintenance expenses by moving to a shorter cycle with a flexible closed-end lease.

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Leasingby Thi Dao and Chris BrownMarch 1, 2010

When Renting Vehicles is a Good Idea for Your Fleet

For seasonal services, vehicles out of commission, short-term projects, or for businesses short on credit, truck rentals can be a cost-effective alternative to leasing.

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