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THE FIRST WORD
Led by Hans Damen and Peter Egan of FleetVision, the Mastering International Fleet Management Seminar features expert speakers from Europe and South America and will cover Europe, South America, Central America, and Australia.
Read More... NAFA gets to the heart of every fleet, the role of the driver, in "Improving Driver Behavior and The Role of Change Management" on Wednesday, July 25 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) as part of the Association’s 2012 Webinar Series.
Read More... NAFA offers Affiliates a survey service to poll the NAFA membership and an E-Broadcast Service to help you get your promotional message out. These services can give you a solid idea of the marketplace, what fleet is looking for, and provides you the means to get your information to them. Slots are limited, so reserve your broadcast options today!
Read More... NAFA CHAPTER NEWS
07/19/2012 - Sunshine State; 07/24/2012 - Mid-West; 07/27/2012 - Arizona; 08/06/2012 - NorCal-Northern Nevada; 08/16/2012 - Pacific Northwest.
Read More... The Annual Wisconsin Chapter Golf Outing on July 10 saw NAFA membership playing games (of many types), engaging in great networking, and enjoying food and drink on a sunny summer day. All photos courtesy of Wisconsin Chapter: Sheryl Grossman and Paul Harrison, CAFM.
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NAFA ASSOCIATION NEWS
Sales for the Big Three represent year-over-year gains and continued upward strength for 2012.
Read More... West Virginia's abundant natural gas supply has Governor Earl Ray Tomblin ready to order a cost-benefit analysis of switching at least part of the state's vehicle fleet from gasoline and diesel, according to administration officials and those who have been asked to serve on the resulting task force. Tomblin plans to issue an executive order that also would promote this alternative source among the public.
Read More... ROUSH CleanTech has received California Air Resources Board (CARB) approval of its propane autogas fuel system for retrofitting 2010 model year 5.4-liter Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 cargo vans and wagons. This is the first CARB certification awarded since 2000 for a liquefied petroleum gas retrofit system, and the first CARB certification for any alternative fuel system for retrofit installation on 2010 model year vehicles.
Read More... AmeriQuest Transportation Services, a provider of fleet management services, financial solutions, and operational support services, has announced the launch of its new fleet breakdown service, Road Rescue; a state-of-the-art call center staffed by highly-qualified maintenance coordinators, able to provide breakdown and repair service across North America.
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LEGISLATIVE NEWS
President signs highway bill; congressional committee investigates biodiesel credit fraud; and congressional committee studies the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) program.
Read More... A new anti-idling policy has been adopted by the District of West Kelowna, with a vote of four to three. Announced in June 2012, the new policy will prevent District of West Kelowna staff from idling district-owned vehicles for more than five minutes.
Read More... REMARKETING STRATEGY WITH THOMAS WEBB
Manheim Consulting's Thomas Webb doesn't see the used vehicle market sky as actually falling, but it is certainly showing some stress.
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NAFA AFFILIATES FORUM
In this edition of NAFA's Affiliates Forum, Affiliates Committee Vice Chair Dennis Christina shares information regarding beneficial tips he put into practice during the 2012 I&E. This is valuable information you can use in practically any setting.
Read More... ASSOCIATION TIPS
A total of forty-five different cars, trucks, and crossovers will square off in one of the toughest battles outside the showroom: the competition for the annual North American Car and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) trophies.
Read More... Volvo Cars North America will have to pay $1.5 million in fines as a result of seven late recalls since 2010. That’s according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) which on July 3 ordered Volvo to pay the civil penalties to settle claims that the company failed to report safety defects in a timely manner.
Read More... According to the July edition of the Shopper Insights Report from AutoTrader.com, forty-one percent of car shoppers recently surveyed say that it is important to purchase a vehicle built in the U.S. by U.S. workers, versus twenty-eight percent who say it is important to purchase a vehicle made by a U.S. automaker.
Read More... INSIDE NAFA
James Frank, President of Wheels, Inc.; Past NAFA President Patrick J. Sheehan (for 1983-1985); Walter J. Burnett, CAFM; Warren T. Dudek; Russell R. Evans; L. A. Farmer; Ronald E. Mawaka; John B. O'Hare; David G. Robertson, CAFM; and NAFA President Douglas Weichman, CAFM mark big anniversaries with NAFA this month.
Read More... Join us in a round of applause for NAFA Members who have recently been honored for their service to and achievements in fleet.
Read More... (Original Posting Date: July 2) We want current Members and Affiliates to share the benefits of NAFA with friends and colleagues and invite them to join. With just one fleet manager recruited you will receive a coupon worth $100 off your own membership dues/affiliation fees. Each new recruit gets you one ticket entered in a drawing to win great prizes. The more fleet managers you recruit, the more chances you have to win!
Read More... (Original Posting Date: June 18) NAFA will hold a Fleet Management Seminar (FMS) October 17-18 at the Hyatt Regency Tampa, Tampa, FL. A great stepping stone, the FMS provides you the opportunity to learn the fundamental principles and practices of successful fleet management. Early Bird discounts end Tuesday, September 25.
Read More... (Original Posting Date: June 18) For the first time NAFA will include topical subjects at the end of each of the eight module presentations, clarifying each fleet discipline as you move along. With a balanced mixture of Government and Corporate instructors, the areas of most importance to you will be met. The Early Bird savings for the Canadian Fleet Management Seminar end Monday, August 20, so don't miss out.
Read More... INDUSTRY MOVERS AND SHAKERS
LeasePlan USA has recently appointed Jim Coates, CAFM to the position of Regional Vice President, Client Relations, Midwest. In this role, he will be responsible for providing clients with strategic consultation to help them better manage their fleet while achieving the company’s overall business goals.
Read More... Global fleet services provider ARI announced on July 13 executive changes to lead the company’s future growth in Canada and in its global operations.
Read More... MORE INDUSTRY NEWS
Ryder System, Inc. is offering businesses an opportunity to test drive alternative fuel trucks for free. Local businesses in Sacramento, CA that are interested in test driving natural gas vehicles can sign up for a free, three-day rental.
Read More... The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality announced that $5.7 million in grants are available to eligible individuals, businesses, governmental entities, and school districts, to replace older diesel vehicles with new alternative fuel and hybrid vehicles.
Read More... American motorists got a pleasant surprise for the Independence Day holiday: fuel prices falling below year-earlier levels despite some forecasts that gas might nudge $5 a gallon by this summer. But as gas prices have fallen so has the mileage of the new cars, trucks, and crossover U.S. motorists are buying, according to a new report.
Read More... OFFBEAT NEWS
PoolCar, an Australian fleet software startup, sees a future where every corporate fleet vehicle has its own Twitter account. The company's software engineers have created an in-car Android device that tweets the vehicle’s location, speed, and CO2 output in real time.
Read More... U.K. insurance price-comparison site Confused.com asked if it's finally time for the U.K.'s driving laws to fall in line with Europe, with sixty-six percent of Brits' experiencing some form of motoring mishap when traveling abroad.
Read More... In July Gary Lautenslager, truckload carrier Schneider National’s longest-tenured driver, is pulling the brakes on a career that has helped define the person he is today. A great deal of the memories, friendships, and adventures he has experienced throughout his life come from the 44 years he spent behind the wheel.
Read More... NAFA STORE
You can take advantage of some of the NAFA Store's best values until July 31 -- all education products are on sale as an exclusive membership bonus discount. Order your NAFA products today!
Read More... EMPLOYMENT LISTINGS
Austin, TX; St. Catharines, ON; Arden Hills, MN; Chicago, IL; South Florida; Houston, TX; Calgary, AB; Anaheim, CA; Schaumburg, IL; Memphis, TN; Bartow, FL; Dayton, OH; Surrey, BC; Mobile, AL
Read More... DID YOU KNOW?
The new report by the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) reveals that forward collision avoidance systems – especially those that can begin to brake even before the driver is aware of a problem – and adaptive lighting systems are delivering the biggest benefits.
Read More... National Safety Council Applauds Congress For Passage Of Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill
The National Safety Council applauded Congress on July 5 for including safety provisions in the Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill to incentivize states to enact distracted driving and teen driving laws.
Read More... Recalls can give fleet managers and financial controllers sleepless nights because of the sheer randomness of a recall notice suddenly appearing in their inbox. After all, any recall-affected vehicle must be fixed as soon as possible due to concerns over driver safety and the potential legal ramifications if the corrective work is not carried out promptly.
Read More... On NAFA's LinkedIn page, Paul Farrell, CEO at SafetyFirst Systems asked this provocative (and thankfully rhetorical) question referencing a recently issued study suggesting that they matter more than many drivers might care to admit.
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NAFA's next webinar is an hour-long discussion focusing on what a fleet driver brings to their companies and organizations. Register for the webinar "Improving Driver Behavior and The Role of Change Management" by clicking here. The webinar takes place on Wednesday, July 25 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. (Eastern Time).
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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS YOU
Congratulations, you just got a promotion! Best wishes on your retirement! Now what do you do?
Read More... Three online, searchable networking databases will put you in easy touch with all your NAFA colleagues.
Read More... These virtual neighborhoods allow members to easily email others within that community with specific fleet questions.
Read More... NAFA cares about your privacy. If you prefer not to receive email 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.
Read More... MORE NAFA STORE ITEMS
NAFA's Law Guide For Fleet Professionals provides the tools to enable a fleet manager to recognize legal challenges and discuss them with legal experts.
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