NAFA Connection

NAFA Fleet Management Association

Monday, June 7, 2010
ARI - Automotive Resources International
THE FIRST WORD
By Phillip E. Russo, CAE
Executive Director, NAFA

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Since a majority of fleet managers have some kind of seat belt usage policy in place, a violation of this policy could obviously jeopardize a driver's employment.

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We also provide links to the Department of Energy's two websites with current information on alternative fuels, in addition to a link to the Vehicle Buyer's Guide, which helps fleets and consumers select AFVs that are right for them based on costs, specifications, and fueling/vehicle availability.

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The cut-off date for reservations at the group rate is Saturday, August 21, 2010.

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The following NAFA Members have dedicated their time and knowledge to making the Association successful.

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Read how the donations from NAFA's Silent Auction during our Insititute & Expo helped one family.

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NAFA ASSOCIATION NEWS
Unintended acceleration, which in part prompted the introduction of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2010, has reportedly contributed to 102 deaths over the past decade.

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The safety agency is opening a formal investigation to examine allegations of the pedals becoming trapped in the depressed position after the driver releases the pedal to decelerate.

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LEGISLATIVE NEWS
* House Committee Passes Event Date Recorders for Autos
* Energy Bill Expected in the Senate
* Electric Vehicle Bills Introduced

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* Legislation Introduced to Prohibit Deadly Vehicles

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INSIDE NAFA
All 2010 I&E presentation proposals must be submitted by July 8, 2010, to be considered.

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Please review to get the most out of your NAFA membership by having 24/7 access to your account. With these important changes to the website, your username and password may have changed.

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NAFA Member Margaret Chambers, who was seriously injured in March while vacationing in Hawaii, has made it back home to Utah but still needs your help. If you would like to make a donation, please visit www.margaretchambers.org.

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The excitement for the 2011 I&E in Charlotte is growing! More than 40 percent of the Expo booth space is already sold for next year!

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Hunter expert Greg Brock explained a truck rack, approved by the DOT, that displays the braking efficiency at each wheel with a single brake application.

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MORE INDUSTRY NEWS
A national policy on fuel economy standards and greenhouse gas emissions is welcomed by the auto manufacturers because it provides regulatory certainty and predictability and includes flexibilities that will significantly reduce the cost of compliance.

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Ford is surveying 35 top global suppliers to gain a better understanding of their greenhouse gas emissions footprint as part of a broader effort to reduce carbon emissions within the auto industry.

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The Nissan LEAF, a five-passenger all-electric vehicle, will first be available in select Canadian markets, such as Québec, before the end of 2011.

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The RIT team is continuing to work with Monroe County to convert their entire conventional gasoline fleet to E20 and will provide additional analysis on the impact of ethanol on long-term vehicle durability.

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In addition to the city's CNG vehicles, other companies and agencies with CNG fleets that may use the station include AT&T, Waste Management, Yellow Cab, Airport Shuttles, CR&R, Athens Street Sweeping, and Ware Disposal.

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NAFA STORE
BONUS discount for NAFA members ONLY when members purchase the June summer 2 pack of sale items! Save 35% off the regularly low member prices on Driver Transportation Options soft-cover edition and the Personal Use for Fleets CD! Members save $84 with this special, limited-time offer! Must order combination item (do not order individually). Sale ends June 30.

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EMPLOYMENT LISTINGS
One place to gather job postings and jobs wanted – and a resume bank!

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Did you know NAFA's Silent Auction raised $5,402 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital?

 
Softech International Inc.
Adesa Atlanta
Truck Accessories Group, LLC
Insurance Auto Auctions
Mercedes-Benz
GoIndustry DoveBid
CHAPTER HIGHLIGHTS
Each year, more than 100 NAFA Chapter meetings provide top-level education and training opportunities on a wide variety of timely topics.

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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS YOU
As a service to NAFA Members, Patrick O'Connor and Huw Williams — NAFA's U.S. and Canadian Legislative Counsels, respectively — supply monthly updates on legislative issues impacting the fleet industry.

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These virtual neighborhoods allow members to easily e-mail others within that community with specific fleet questions.

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Designed to help you quickly find references and educational resources.

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Three online, searchable networking databases will put you in easy touch with all your NAFA colleagues.

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Congratulations, you just got a promotion! Best wishes on your retirement! Now what do you do?

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NAFA cares about your privacy. As such, NAFA does not sell or rent e-mail addresses or phone numbers of its Members or Affiliates.

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MORE NAFA STORE ITEMS
Designed with you in mind, the guide will help you understand fuel supply and demand dynamics to better anticipate price changes, understand key fuel standards, and identify appropriate policies, activities, and technologies to improve fuel efficiency.

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