NAFA Connection

Similar to OEM advisory boards, NAFA’s CFAC will be a feedback and input mechanism for corporate fleet managers in NAFA. The CFAC will be a sounding board for corporate fleet managers to comment on and help direct NAFA’s activities as well as identify opportunities for NAFA to improve service and value to corporate fleet managers.

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As NAFA’s Professional Development Strategist, Katherine Vigneau, CAFM, will be responsible for identifying fleet manager education needs and recommending methods to meet those needs; directing the Association’s education efforts, including seminars, products, and programs; managing NAFA’s professional certification programs; leading NAFA’s education partnership efforts; and serving as subject matter expert for various committees.

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NAFA has announced the formation of the NAFA CARB Advisory Council, a new sub-committee of NAFA’s Fuels & Technology Advisory Council, to provide input to both NAFA and the Air Resources Board on regulatory matters that impact fleet managers in California.

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Glaiber was the former Assistant Director of the General Services Administration (GSA) for Miami-Dade County. He passed away July 29 at the age of 64. Among Glaiber's key accomplishments was being the creator of the innovative fleet replacement trust fund for government fleets. Glaiber was a long-time leader in championing this vehicle funding method.

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NAFA is currently working on an article about driver training programs for an upcoming issue of FLEETSolutions magazine and would love to hear from you. We are interested in seeing how many fleets currently utilize a driver training program (or are considering setting one up), who goes through the program and how often, how your program is run, how it may have helped your fleet, and any tips you can offer fellow fleet managers looking to start a driver training program.

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced the lineup of 2011 model year passenger vehicles that will receive new safety ratings under the agency’s revamped and updated 5-star safety ratings program. The vehicles we are announcing will be the first ones tested under the Department’s tougher, more rigorous 5-star ratings program.

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A National Advertising Review Board (NARB) panel has recommended that Ashland Inc. discontinue two advertising claims for Valvoline motor oil, including claims that Ashland offers the industry’s first and/or only engine guarantee and that only Valvoline guarantees engines for up to 300,000 miles.

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The Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS) in partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation announces the launch of Drive Safely Work Week 2010 from October 4-8 with the focus being "safe driving is serious business."

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Ford and Nissan are debuting systems aimed at preventing motor vehicle crashes. Ford’s new system, Automatic Braking Intersection Collision Avoidance System (ABICAS), uses wireless and GPS technologies to help vehicles communicate with each other in traffic. Nissan’s "Forward Collision Avoidance Assist Concept" uses highly a sensitive radar sensor to monitor the distance from the vehicle in front and its relative speed.

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Because of improper casting of the steering lock bar, which is a component of the steering interlock system, there is a possibility that a minute crack may develop on the surface. Such a crack may expand over a long period of repeated lock and unlock operations, and eventually the lock bar could break.

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Chrysler Canada announced total sales of 22,319 for the month of July, an increase of 40 percent compared with July 2009. This figure represents the best results for the month of July since 1997. Two of the top three selling nameplates in the country are Chrysler Canada vehicles – the Dodge Grand Caravan (#2) and the Ram Pickup (#3).

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According to J.D. Power and Associates, the decline in overall customer satisfaction in 2010 is largely attributable to declining satisfaction with price, which has decreased by more than 30 index points compared with 2009.

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The NAFA Fleet Management Association recently learned of an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) decision regarding the purchase and distribution of tax-free fuel sold to state and local governments and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced updates to the Comprehensive Safety Analysis 2010 (CSA 2010).

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Announced on August 6, Prime Minister Harper unveiled noteworthy changes in his Cabinet including the appointment of a new Transport Minister. He also highlighted that making Parliament work is essential if Canada is to avoid an unnecessary election.

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By participating in NAFA's annual Membership Drive, which will run till December 31, you have a shot at winning three great prizes including the grand prize of one year of free membership or affiliation; free registration for the 2011 Institute & Expo in Charlotte; hotel accommodations for conference nights; and travel expenses to and from Charlotte.

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NAFA's next Fleet Management Seminar will be offered September 14-15, 2010, in Calgary, Alberta. Register by August 16 and SAVE! The FMS provides new fleet managers (those with less than five years of experience) with the fundamental principles and practices of successful fleet management and features Canadian-specific content. Bilingual instructors and a French seminar will be offered based on demand.

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Join us at the Fleet Management Seminar (FMS) Oct. 6-7 and Advanced Fleet Management Seminar (AFMS) Oct. 8-10 at Hilton New Orleans Riverside in New Orleans. The two seminars provide excellent fleet education for new fleet managers (FMS) or veterans of the industry (AFMS).

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During the first half of 2010, O’Connor and Williams provided updates via NAFA newsletters, spoke directly to the membership at NAFA’s 2010 Institute & Expo, and began offering special legislative-based webinars.

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NAFA's 2011 I&E will take place April 9-12 at the Charlotte (N.C.) Convention Center. Sign up to exhibit by August 27 and SAVE with our priority period! Exhibitors should reserve their booth space now. More than 40 percent of the Expo Floor has already been sold and bookings by August 27 will see savings via the priority period.

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Donation was from the company's 4th Annual Golf Tournament.

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The reinvented 2011 Ford Explorer, which arrives later this year, sets a new benchmark for sustainability in the SUV segment due to an increased use of renewable and recycled content, such as parts made from steel left over from F-150 production.

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The Nissan LEAF will first be available to consumers in areas home to the EV Project in December. Interested consumers are encouraged to place a reservation, which entails a $99 fully refundable fee to secure a spot on the list to place an order.

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Due to consumer demand, General Motors will be increasing production of the Chevrolet Volt by 50 percent.

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Bright Automotive and General Motors announced they have agreed to pursue a strategic relationship and that GM has provided funding to the Indiana automaker. This is the first funding action by the newly-formed General Motors Ventures, LLC, and it will help accelerate Bright's production of the IDEA, a revolutionary plug-in hybrid commercial vehicle.

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AUGUST SALE! 20% off for Non-Members and 30% off for Members! The 2-pack includes the Driver Transportation Options softcover edition and the Personal Use For Fleets CD-ROM.

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Current listings include: Fleet Administrator, Fleet Supervisor, Service Advisor, Vehicle and Equipment Manager.

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Did you know if you sign up to exibit at NAFA's 2011 Institute and Expo by August 27 you can save with our priority period?  More than 40 percent of the Expo Floor has already been sold and bookings by August 27 will see savings.

 

The following chapters will have upcoming meetings this month and August: Atlanta Chapter Meeting (July 27), Chicago Chapter's Sport and Leisure Outing (August 11), Carolinas Chapter Meeting (August 12), and Alabama Chapter Meeting (August 12).

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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. If you prefer not to receive e-mail marketing information from NAFA Fleet Management Association, you have the option to request to be removed from our records by emailing info@nafa.org with such a request.

NAFA may use the information you provide for additional NAFA programs, services, and products that we see as being beneficial for you. You will have the option of responding to such an email message with a "click here" directed to info@nafa.org, if you so choose to opt out of future email messages. NAFA does not sell or rent email addresses of prospects, nor does NAFA sell or rent email addresses of our Members and 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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