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Articlesby Stephane BabcockJuly 8, 2014

Improving Driver Safety with Technology

Fleet managers are combining training and technology to ensure drivers are creating a safe environment in the cab and on the road.

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ArticlesMay 6, 2014

Showcase of Vocational & Auxiliary Vehicles

Truck OEMs across the board are offering fleet managers a solution for nearly every vocational need whether they’re in Atlanta or the Arctic Circle.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Chris WolskiFebruary 28, 2014

How DISH Standardizes Fleet and Keeps Customers Connected

A combination of standardization, flexibility, partnerships, and collaboration have been the recipe for the DISH fleet’s success.

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ArticlesDecember 6, 2013

Case Study: Water District Reduces Operating Costs with Telematics

Forced to establish mandatory water usage restrictions, Eastern Municipal Water District needed to reduce operating and labor costs to make up for shrinking revenues from lower customer consumption.

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ArticlesNovember 15, 2013

6 Principles for Selecting Upfits with Ergonomics in Mind

Spec’ing vehicles with driver ergonomics will make a happier, safer driver who will be more enthusiastic and better prepared for work.

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ArticlesMay 2, 2011

PG&E Adds Hybrid-Electric Bucket Trucks

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) added about 100 hybrid-electric bucket trucks in 2010 and has ordered 125 more as part of its fleet greening efforts.

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ArticlesSeptember 1, 2008

Hybrid Large Trucks: The Road to Viability

Through the support of WestStart CALSTART’s Hybrid Truck Users Forum, 13 utility fleets became early adopters of medium- and heavy-duty hybrid truck technology. Fleet managers report substantial fuel savings and few maintenance issues, though greater production is needed to drive premiums down.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2008

Hino Aims to Increase Market Share

Looking to broaden its vocational applications, Hino Trucks offers several new features for the 2009 model-year, including three new cab configurations, dual steering, and right-hand standup and sit-down.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Grace LauronMay 1, 2008

DuraStar Does the Job Green

To combat volatile diesel fuel prices, Navistar offers truck fleets a greener alternative with the International DuraStar medium-duty diesel hybrid electric truck — offering up to 60% more fuel economy than traditional diesel engines.

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Articlesby StaffJanuary 1, 2008

Hybrid Lift Truck Helps Utilities Clean the Air

On the job, lift trucks often have to spend the day idling. A plug-in hybrid lift truck can cut much of that fuel use and emissions, while maintaining complete usability.

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