Blackberry Application Connects Drivers to PHH Services, Agents
PHH Arval has fielded the first mobile application for fleet drivers to access services and agents via Blackberry. Expansion of the application and porting to other platforms are planned.
Proper Mirror Adjustment Eliminates Blind Spots
Automakers are offering expensive options like the Ford Blind Spot Information System radar warning. However, proper alignment of existing mirrors eliminates blind spots blamed for lane change accidents.
Consumers More Interested in Trucks Than Clunkers Program Reports
Car shoppers are still very interested in trucks, much more than reported results from the Cash for Clunkers program might have you believe. According to online traffic data from Jumpstart Automotive Media, the Ford F-Series and Chevrolet Silverado pickups are among the top brands being searched for by car shoppers in a study of results from online activity by 12 million consumers.
Rugged PCs Take Data Collection, Internet Action to Work Sites
Personal computers that can handle the harsh environment of work sites are proliferating. Fleet maintenance personnel can now complete the same information access and data collection tasks in the field as they could in the shop.
Used Vehicle Values Remain Strong Despite Clunker Program
Used car dealers have expressed fears that the federal government's Cash for Clunkers program would rob them of sales. Other than a dip in certified pre-owned sales at franchise dealers, this worry seems to be unfounded. In fact, the shortage of some used vehicles may be driving prices up. And more good news: ADESA's Tom Kontos predicts this trend will continue into 2010.
