NAFA Members have overwhelmingly approved amendments to the Association's bylaws that will enable the Association to take advantage of technology and save money in the annual election process.

By Phil Russo, CAE
NAFA Executive Director

Elected leaders will take office at the Annual Business Meeting on Saturday, April 24, 2010.

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New federal government reimbursement rates for the use of privately owned vehicles while on official business became effective January 1, the U.S. General Services Administration announced.

Ford estimates its full-year 2009 U.S. total market share was about 15 percent, about 1 percentage point higher than in 2008.

NAAA President David Angelicchio said the policy is intended to increase confidence among buyers and sellers at auction by reducing the confusion that came with different arbitration policies at different locations.

Martin joined LeasePlan in August of 2005 as Director, Remarketing, and was later promoted to his current role as Vice President, Atlanta Operations.

Under Schneider's leadership, the company has invested in and built out the infrastructure needed to scale the business and grow rapidly. In 2009, Networkfleet surpassed 100,000 subscriber vehicles in the United States.

A six-month effort beginning this January will focus on human interaction with a specially equipped 2010 Lincoln MKS, a vehicle already recognized for its advanced safety features.

"The trucking industry continues to grapple with the tough questions and issues surrounding screening and treatment for sleep apnea," said Dave Osiecki, ATA Vice President of Safety, Security, and Operations. "This event is a significant step forward, and we encourage industry stakeholders to participate."

* FMCSA Raises Safety Requirements for New Truck and Bus Companies
* Action Needed to Restore Biodiesel Tax Credit
* White House and DOT Act on Distracted Driving

The model also can calculate the emissions reduction benefits from a range of mobile source control strategies, such as inspection and maintenance programs and local fuel standards.

Cash For Clunkers (C4C) has resulted in a number of unanticipated problems for the nation's auto salvage industry.

McKee has been a NAFA Affiliate since October 2005. He started at ARI in 1992 as Executive Vice President and became President in 1998.

According to his employer, "Mr. Green was a strong proponent for NAFA and developed many friendships within the organization. His informed guidance and leadership reflects the Lord he serves, and he will truly be missed."

The celebration helped raise more than $2,000 for Bridging Inc.

What truly makes this annual meeting such a special event is the support from our vendors. Everyone from leasing companies, car manufacturers, vehicle relocation services, and repair and parts facilities all took time away from their busy schedules to celebrate the holidays and partake in one of the New Jersey NAFA Chapter's most celebrated event of the year.

The Greater Pittsburgh Chapter recently toured the Rosedale Technical Institute to see how technicians are trained for today's job market.

More than 87 exhibitors have already reserved space for NAFA's Institute & Expo, to be held April 24-27 in Detroit, Michigan.

Impact Public Affairs, NAFA's legislative representatives in Ottawa, ON has announced new additions to their team.

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Did you know that 58 percent of I&E attendees are responsible for leasing company services?

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