May 16, 2008
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May 15, 2008
AF and AFLA Present Industry-First 'Fleet Hall of Fame'
TORRANCE, CA – The award will recognize fleet industry leaders and pioneers that have made significant contributions to the commercial fleet management profession. Voting ends June 30.
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May 16, 2008
In Memoriam: Vince Gordon, ARI Vice President - 1950-2008
MT. LAUREL, NJ – Vince Gordon, former Vice President of Sales for Automotive Resources International (ARI), passed away on May 12 at the age of 57.
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May 16, 2008
Ford Wins 2008 Fleet World Awards
BRENTWOOD, ESSEX – Ford has won Fleet Manufacturer of the Year at the 2008 Fleet World awards, presented annually to manufacturers achieving the highest possible level of excellence in their sector.
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May 16, 2008
NAFA Presents First-Ever Green Fleet Awards
SALT LAKE CITY – This year's NAFA's Institute and Expo held its first-ever Green Fleet Awards. Award recipients made significant strides to reduce their company's energy consumption, lower vehicle emissions, and increase overall fleet efficiency.
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May 16, 2008
Bragg and Alley Win Larry Goill Award for Quality Fleet Management Ideas
SALT LAKE CITY – NAFA presented its Larry Goill Award for Quality Fleet Management to
David Bragg, fleet operations superintendent for Fayetteville, Ark.
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May 16, 2008
LeasePlan USA Expands its Client Relations Group
ALPHARETTA, GA – As a result of its continued growth and success, LeasePlan USA has expanded its client relations group.
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May 16, 2008
IFS Offers a New Approach to Employee Fleet Vehicle Financing
CEDAR PARK, TX – IFS provides one-stop shopping for customers looking to purchase and finance fleet vehicles, from financing to completion of titlework.
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May 16, 2008
Goodyear Will Hike Prices Next Month
AKRON, OH – Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. is raising prices on all of its consumer tires up to eight percent, effective on or after June 1.
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May 14, 2008
Smart Car Performs Well in Crash Tests
ARLINGTON, VA --- In recent Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tests, the 2008 Smart Fortwo, the smallest car for sale in the U.S. market, earned the top rating of "good" for front and side crash protection.
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May 16, 2008
Continental Tire North America Will Raise Prices in U.S. and Canada
CHARLOTTE, NC -- Continental Tire North America Inc. will raise prices on several tires sold in the U.S. and Canada up to nine percent.
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May 16, 2008
Wallman Receives Gold Medal for Environmental Work with Volvo Car Corporation
GÖTEBORG, SWEDEN – Environmental expert Stephen Wallman of Volvo Car Corporation was awarded the Clarence von Rosen gold medal by the Royal Swedish Automobile club for his groundbreaking work with the environment.
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May 16, 2008
Ferris State University Offering College Credit for NAFA CAFM Program
PRINCETON, NJ – NAFA Fleet Management Association CAFM program participants can earn 12 semester hours of college credit from Ferris State University in Michigan.
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May 16, 2008
Cooper to Raise Prices Again July 1
FINDLAY, OHIO -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. will have another price increase in North America effective July 1 of up to eight percent, according to Modern Tire Dealer magazine.
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May 16, 2008
GE Security Authorized Dealers Win New Wheels in "Drive It Home" Sweepstakes
BRANDETON, FL – Each of the seven grand prize winners will receive a 2008 Ford E-150 utility truck, valued at $26,500, and specially outfitted to help them grow their businesses.
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May 16, 2008
All-New Ford Flex Poised to Deliver a Quiet Ride
DEARBORN, MI – During the development of the new Flex, Ford engineers tackled one of the biggest sources of interior noise — the front and rear side doors.
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May 16, 2008
Winners of the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute's 2008 Conference + Expo
LAS VEGAS – AFVi recognized outstanding leadership in the alternative fuels and vehicles industry as part of the opening day of the annual conference.
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Prepared By:
Mike Antich, Assoc. Publisher/Executive Editor
(310) 533-2467
Mike.Antich@bobit.com
Grace Lauron, Assistant Editor
(310) 533-2414
Grace.Lauron@bobit.com
