NAFA Connection

By Matthew P. Betz
Vice President, Government Fleet Services
LeasePlan USA

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NAFA is looking to fill a new position, Professional Development Strategist, to lead the association's educational efforts. This is a high-level position requiring expertise in all aspects of fleet management.

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NCSFA recently canceled its 2010 conference due to the downturn in the nation's economy and the related travel restrictions placed on state government attendees.

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

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McDonald was named President and Chief Operating Officer of GM on February 1, 1981, and served in those positions until his retirement on August 31, 1987.

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Only 17% of vehicles checked had four properly inflated tires.

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Kansas now eligible for more than $11 million in federal funds

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The automotive manufacturer is making voluntary payments of $100 to the owner or lessee of each vehicle.

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Gary Knapp has been in Field Operations for the past six years and will celebrate his 20th anniversary at HMA later this year.

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The bill follows a series of high-profile Toyota recalls that revealed lapses in the nation's auto safety monitoring system.

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* Congress Still Debating Bill to Extend Biodiesel Tax Credit
* CSA2010 Update
* FMCSA Issues HOS Guidance
* Resolution to Block EPA Authority Defeated in Senate
* New Senate Climate Bill
* Senate Committee Passes Auto Safety Bill

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* EcoCAR Challenge Winners Announced
* Reminder to NAFA Ontario Members: Motor Vehicle Dealers Act

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By Tom Webb, Chief Economist for Manheim Consulting and author of "Manheim's 2010 Used Car Market Report"

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It is our Members who help make this Association successful. Your volunteer work has helped create and successfully run various committees, provide publications, educational workshops and testing, and annually offer our Institute & Expo. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication!

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

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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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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 company placed the order for the 576 hybrid pickups, with Fairway Motors, a woman-owned Chevrolet dealership in Hazelton, Pa.

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The project will extend the life of both manufacturing facilities and help retain nearly 1,200 jobs.

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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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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?

 

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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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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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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