Cheap-Fuel Savings Slip With Premium
Gasoline is cheap again, but at the same time, the extra charge to coddle an engine with premium instead of regular has never been higher.
At a Shell station in Tucson, Ariz., regular gasoline cost $1.17 a gallon earlier this month, according to GasBuddy.com, while premium was $1.75.
That's nearly 50 percent more.
New to the World of Global Fleet? NAFA Has Just the Place for You!
If you are new to the world of global fleet, then don't miss out on NAFA’s 2016 International Fleet Academy: Global 101: First Steps to Globalization.
NAFA’s International Fleet Academy on April 18 will dig deep into what it means for fleet managers when their companies and organizations go global.
Designed for those with new global fleet responsibilities, this half-day workshop will take place on Monday, April 18, 2016 in Austin, Texas, and will provide you with an understanding of global fleet industry trends, culture, and best practices. Network with peers and mentors at a roundtable discussion, review the latest global policy, get insight into intercultural communications, and much more!
Peter Ormsby Joins Chevin Fleet Solutions
Chevin Fleet Solutions, a leading global fleet software provider, has hired Peter Ormsby as Operations Director following an extensive selection process.
“Peter has a depth of knowledge in the IT and mobile software industries. This knowledge, combined with his strong leadership skills, will be invaluable to Chevin as it continues its global expansion, " said Ashley Sowerby, Managing Director.
Future for Diesel Passenger Vehicles in U.S. Remains Positive Despite Recent Set Backs
While diesel passenger vehicles sales have decreased in recent months, there are some positive signs that indicate diesel sales will recover and expand in the coming years, according to Allen Schaeffer, the Executive Director of the Diesel Technology Forum.
Schaeffer made his comments during a speech to automotive writers at the International Motor Press Association(IMPA) this week in New York City.
Uber Seeking to Buy Self-Driving Cars
Autonomous cars could help Uber cut costs down the road.
Ride-hailing service Uber has sounded out car companies about placing a large order for self-driving cars, an auto industry source said on Friday.
“They wanted autonomous cars,” the source, who declined to be named, said. “It seemed like they were shopping around.”
