NAFA Connection

NAFA Executive Director Phil Russo, CAE: "I am a long-time fan of P!nk’s music. My wife and kids say I’m obsessed with her (I’m okay with that). Her lyrics are brassy and honest, not sappy or insignificant like most pop music, and her music is, well, catchy. So what does this have to do with NAFA?"

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Chapter Recognition Luncheon Moves To Opening Day Of I&E

With food and entertainment organized by members from the host state, the Chapter Recognition Luncheon at the 2014 I&E is always an opportunity to allow chapters to meet and mingle, cut loose, and have fun. By bringing the Luncheon to you on Day 1, attendees get yet another chance to make those valuable connections that could be so important to how they do their business.

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For a short time, Early Bird pricing has been extended, but you have only until this Friday, January 10 to take full advantage! Don't pass up savings -- prices go up January 11! "I&E registration is already stronger than last year, but we wanted you to be able to take advantage of this discount, too," said NAFA’s Executive Director Phillip E. Russo, CAE, said of Early Bird pricing savings potential. Also, join us in congratulating Edward Bradley on winning NAFA's early registrant drawing!

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100 Best Fleets Presentation To Take Place At NAFA’s 2014 Institute & Expo

For over a decade, the 100 Best Fleets program has been recognizing fleets throughout North America. In 2014, the award presentation will be co-located at NAFA’s annual Institute & Expo for the first time. This will provide the award with greater exposure and help further NAFA’s mission of elevating the status of fleet management.

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The Fleet Excellence Awards (or FLEXYs) are open to every fleet management professional regardless of whether or not they are current members of NAFA Fleet Management Association. The 2014 Fleet Excellence Awards will be awarded on April 8, 2014 at NAFA's Institute & Expo in Minneapolis, MN. Don't miss this chance to nominate the best and brightest in fleet!

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Your Best Ground-Floor Fleet Education Is At NAFA's Essentials Of Fleet Management Seminar!

NAFA's Essentials of Fleet Management is the perfect ground-floor education for your fleet career! Because the curriculum is created by CAFM-certified fleet experts, you can be sure to get the most up-to-date and valuable fleet education knowledge in the industry today. Register by January 21 for this educational opportunity and save with Early Bird pricing!

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NAFA's Masters Seminar, February 21-23, will challenge experienced fleet professionals to apply the knowledge gained through practical experience in a series of hands-on exercises. Register by January 21 for this career-changing educational opportunity and save with Early Bird pricing!

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Please take a moment and complete a survey that will help us to better meet your education needs. This survey will identify the submissions you want to participate in most. Please complete the survey by this Wednesday, January 8, 2014 and help us best meet your needs!

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Upcoming Chapter Meetings

January 14 - North Central, Mid-America; January 15 - Mid-West; January 16 - South Central, Alabama; January 21 - Quebec, Atlanta, Great Lakes, Southwest, Sunshine State, St. Louis Gateway.

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Congress leaves for the Holidays with tax provisions set to expire on December 31; federal court rejects EPA’s NOx exemption for engine maker; and California Air Resources Board sued by the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association.

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Les Rôtisseries St-Hubert, RONA, METRO, the Agence métropolitaine de transport and Hydro-Québec – the founding partners of the Electric Circuit – have announced the signing of a new partnership agreement with the city of Granby. The new agreement solidifies the installation of a first public charging station for electric vehicles.

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The IRS has announced its standard mileage rates for 2014, effective January 1. The new rates will be a slight decrease — a half cent — from the 2013 rates for business, medical and moving expenses. Small business owners, employees, self-employed individuals, and other taxpayers can use the standard mileage rate to calculate their tax-deductible costs for using a vehicle for business, charitable, medical, or moving purposes.

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Feds Want Ignition Interlocks For Drunk Drivers

In mid-December, 2013, NHTSA released its "model guideline for state ignition interlock programs" that would cover even first-time offenders just barely over the limit. Outgoing NHTSA Administrator David Strickland said he wants to "protect sober motorists and ensure that individuals convicted of drunk driving learn from their mistakes." Only 20 states currently require the devices for anyone convicted of a drunk driving-related offense.

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On December 12, EPA issued its annual report that tracks the average fuel economy of vehicles sold in the United States. The report shows that model year 2012 vehicles achieved an all-time high fuel economy of 23.6 miles per gallon (mpg).

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Michelin Recalls 1.2 Million Tires In U.S.

Michelin North America is recalling 1.2 million tires in the United States -- including some used as original equipment on some of Ford Motor Co.'s full-sized vans -- because the tread might come apart.

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With 40 years of service within the transportation/truck equipment industry, Ed Clowdus, Vice President of Sales for PalFleet Truck Equipment Company, announced his retirement, toward the end of December, 2013.

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NAFA welcomes new Members and Affiliates into the Association.

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Celebrating Membership Milestones

Congratulations on 25 years with NAFA go to Jon Crull, CAFM; Becky Hanna; and Joseph M. Pelehach. NAFA thanks everyone for their years with the Association. It is the strength of members like them that have helped make NAFA the fleet industry's strongest association.

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Give a round of applause for the 2014 inductees into Club NAFA: Kathe Carter; Michael Hardesty, CAFM; Sandra Klontz; Theodore Less; Gene Lusnek; Mark Petersen; Gordon Snyder, CFM/CAFM; and Clyde Sutton!

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NAFA Membership Benefits You: Focus On Safety

As a NAFA member, you have hundreds of ways to use your NAFA benefits - NAFA is part of an on-going effort to keep safety issues on the forefront of fleet management and to keep you informed of the latest techniques and strategies to create a best-in-class safety program for your drivers.

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NAFA 2014 I&E exhibitors, take the next step and separate your company from the rest – become an I&E sponsor! Your company has the chance to enhance its presence at NAFA I&E with a variety of sponsorship packages and à la carte options.

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NAFA Warning! Beware of Misleading Housing Services Inquiries!

Alert, Members and Affiliates! NAFA does NOT work with any third party companies for I&E room blocks or housing. If you are contacted in any way by agencies that lead you to believe otherwise, please contact NAFA HQ and do not engage in transactions with these entities.

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ARI Announces New Executive Appointments

Global fleet services provider ARI announced new appointments in late-November and early-December: Chris Conroy; Bob White; Steve Haindl; Rick Tousaw; and Craig Balfour.

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PHH Arval has named Michael Quimby Senior Vice President of U.S. Sales. Quimby will oversee the fleet management service provider’s sales team.

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Sandra Wilson Appointed Wheels, Inc. COO

Sandra Wilson has been named Wheels, Inc.'s Chief Operating Officer overseeing North American operations. Prior to Wheels, Inc., Wilson served as President and CEO of Chicago Metallic Corp., and at Illinois Tool Works.

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NAFA's NEW Business Management Guide contains more than 250 pages of strategic advice, templates, sample policies and procedures, and bid evaluation exercises that allow fleet professionals to utilize in their own fleet.

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