Daimler Trucks North America Recalls Freightliner Trucks
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, almost 3,000 Daimler Freightliner step van chassis will be recalled due to possible fuel tank cracks. Cracks in fuel tanks can lead to leaking gasoline and vapors, according to Daimler. If fuel leaks near the ignition, there may be a fuel fire, as stated by the March […]
Alabama Creates Office of Fleet Management for State Vehicles
Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley signed an executive order to create an office of fleet management for state vehicles. Bentley said the goal was to maximize fuel efficiency and cost-effective maintenance for the state fleet. The governor is also supporting state legislation associated with the fleet management initiative to reduce the spending of taxpayer dollars, including […]
Ethanol Credits May Raise Gasoline Prices Further
Ethanol in the US gasoline supply is raising prices at the pump and could widen the price gap between regular and premium gasoline, according to analysts. In an effort to meet federal renewable fuel standards, refiners have been trading ethanol credits in, raising credit prices recently. The prices for these credits have bounded from pennies […]
Driving the Global Fleet
Fleet News 25th Annual Awards Revealed! In a gala ceremony this week at the Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London, Fleet News Awards 2013 were announced. Congratulations to the winners! The envelope please! Almost Half of UK Business Drivers in New Study Submit False Mileage Claims, Says TomTom Research conducted by TomTom Business Solutions found 46 […]
NTEA Member Survey Results Reflect Higher Expectations for 2013
With the work truck industry continuing its recovery cycle and some long-dormant market segments, including construction, showing renewed signs of activity, many companies are in the midst of strategizing future operational plans. To aid in this process, the NTEA works to provide resources and information to help members better anticipate the upcoming industry landscape and […]
