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Jul 3, 2008

Welcome to DRIVING FORCE, your online update for the hottest news in the business vehicle industry.

The May/June issue of Business Fleet is here. Featured in this issue: How to Identify At-Risk Drivers, Improve Your Routing Efficiency and Marketing on Wheels: Vehicle Signage Can Boost Your Bottom Line. Plus, a look at the new 2009 Audi A4.

Also, visit Business Fleet's Web site at www.businessfleet.com for the very latest developments.

On to the news.


Jul 03, 2008
High Diesel Fuel Prices Attracting Fuel Thieves
Thieves are going after big tractor-trailer trucks that carry hundreds of gallons of diesel fuel. full story

Jul 03, 2008
Tax Credit for Hybrids Running Out, but Sales Hardly Affected
The tax break for hybrids begins to phase out after a manufacturer sells 60,000 qualifying vehicles. Toyota and Honda have already reached that benchmark. full story

Jul 03, 2008
AutoPacific Announces 2008 Ideal Vehicle Awards
Porsche was named top premium brand, Ford was named top mainstream brand, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class was named top vehicle and the Lincoln Navigator received top truck. full story

Jul 01, 2008
El Pollo Loco 'Electrifies' its Marketing Efforts with New Electric Vehicle
COSTA MESA, CA – El Pollo Loco is driving its marketing efforts through the use of a three-wheel, sub compact electric car covered in bumper-to-bumper brand messaging and red flames. full story

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Jul 03, 2008
Thinking of Trading an SUV for a Compact? Do the Math First, Experts Say
Fuel savings could be eclipsed by the price of hot new compact vehicles. full story

Jul 03, 2008
Fuel Costs, Congestion Causing Lower Company Car Mileage in the U.K.
Some fleets in the U.K. are renegotiating contracts with their lease providers. full story

Jul 03, 2008
PHH Arval Announces Summer Auction Gas Giveaway: ‘Tanks a Lot!’
Buyers of select cars at PHH auctions will receive instant $100 gas cards on the spot. full story

Jul 03, 2008
Prince Charles Turns to Wine for Vehicle Power
He converts his Aston Martin to run on biofuel made from surplus wine, yet another step in his environmentally friendly activities. full story




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