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With a massive multi-state recall being requested by NHTSA for defective airbag systems, NAFA's New England Chapter made the natural decision to have their November meeting at he Liberty Mutual Insurance Co. Research Institute for Safety on November 19.
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Right about now, we could all use some late-Summer memories to thaw us out! Thankfully, NAFA's Mid-West Chapter had one last gift of Summer 2014 up its sleeve. The Chapter held its Annual Golf Outing at National Golf Course on September 23 at Lake Panorama in Panora, IA.
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NAFA’s annual Institute & Expo fleet conference is the largest event for fleet professionals and the perfect opportunity to increase your networking power. Fleet professionals attend year after year because they experience I&E’s hands-on value! This year's conference offers more than ever before!
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As part of its efforts to forge closer ties, NAFA and the International Automotive Remarketers Alliance (IARA) have agreed to exchange memberships among their top leadership. The program will allow these leaders to attend the twice yearly IARA Roundtable (held in the spring and summer of each year) and the yearly NAFA Institute & Expo, enhancing the understanding of the issues and priorities of each group among the two professional organizations.
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Get ready for NAFA's December edition of the 2014 webinar series, Enhanced Violation Management Techniques to Identify High-Risk Drivers. This webinar takes place this Wednesday, December 10, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Eastern time). NAFA webinars are free for NAFA members! Registration closes Tuesday, December 9, so don't miss out!
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The Washington Auto Show offers NAFA Members an education track available that will introduce the eleven essentials of fleet management, and will dig into three of the important fleet disciplines. Also, NAFA is offering attendees at the Washington Auto Show an opportunity to test drive the CAFM certification program for free! And if that wasn't enough, NAFA Members will have exclusive access to the Auto Show floor prior to the official opening each day at 12:00 noon! The deadline to sign up for the CAFM Test Drive is December 15, so don't delay. Register now!
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Congratulations are in order for NAFA Member Patrick T. Barrett, MPA/CAFM, Director, University of Nebraska Transportation Services. The University has awards from the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO) and the Central Association of College and University Business Officers (CACUBO) for a car rental system that has streamlined the process and allowed for more revenue opportunities. Patrick has written an article for NACUBO Business Officer which outlines the innovation and its rewards.
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Mid-America, Philadelphia, Tri-State, Chicago, Quebec, NorCal-Northern Nevada, Old Dominion, New Jersey, North Central, Puget Sound, New England, Connecticut, and St. Louis Gateway.
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President Obama Nominates Mark Rosekind To Be Next NHTSA Administrator, Takata Airbag Recall And NHTSA Response Examined In Congressional Hearing, and Senators John Thune And Bill Nelson Introduce Bill To Encourage Whistleblowing In Auto Industry.
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The City Of Lévis Turns To Electric Vehicles and Ontario Invests $321.5 Million In Public Transit.
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The Energy Department and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on November 6 released the 2015 Fuel Economy Guide, providing a resource for consumers to choose the most fuel-efficient vehicles. The Energy Department and EPA will update the guide online as more 2015 vehicles become available.
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The deadline to file claims for benefits from General Motors victims fund was extended by one month to January 31, 2015, in an effort to ensure that anyone eligible to file a claim had been contacted and the time necessary to compile the information needed to file.
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On November 18 Ford Motor Co. said it is recalling about 65,000 Fusion sedans in North America because the key can be removed from the ignition, even if the car is not in the "park" position 30 minutes after the ignition is off. Ford said it is not aware of any injuries or crashes as a result of this issue. Affected are some 2014 and 2015 model year Fusion sedans, including Ford's primary version as well as Energi and hybrid versions built through October 31.
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Orange County, North Carolina's public vehicle fleet was one of ten in the state recognized as having an NC Smart Fleet, acknowledging efforts to cut down on emissions from town vehicles. Chapel Hill was also a recipient of the award. 2014 is the first year of the awards, which were based on data from one to three years of fleet traffic.
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NAFA welcomes new Members and Affiliates into the Association -- forty-five new fleet professionals in all!
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NAFA thanks George L. Schwarz, Steven Contarino, Dennis Morgan, and Deb Watkins for their years with the Association! It is the strength of our members that have helped make NAFA the strongest association in fleet management today.
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Neither NAFA, nor the Institute & Expo (I&E) have any relationship with companies called National Travel Associates, Global Housing Corp. or Exhibitor Housing Services, and they have no right to use NAFA's name or iconography for any reason. If you are contacted by National Travel Associates, Exhibitor Housing Services or Global Housing Corp., do NOT give any of your personal or financial data. These companies typically ask for payment up front. NAFA does not do business with National Travel Associates, Exhibitor Housing Services, Global Housing Corp., or any third party company for I&E room blocks or housing and will not be held liable for those who are deceived by this fraudulent notification.
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The CAFM certification program offers the most up-to-date fleet management education. Successful completion of the CAFM program requires passing all eight fleet disciplines within a three-year period. The CAFM program is open to any individual with at least one year experience in any fleet-related position, as well as those enrolled in a college or university program in a fleet-related discipline. The general 2015 CAFM/CAFS Examination schedule is listed within. Register to take the CAFM/CAFS Exam today!
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It was with great sadness that NAFA learned of the passing of Robert Whitfield, a Club NAFA member who had been with the Association for 51 years. He passed in October. Robert was Member of the Sunshine State Chapter.
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Continuing the success of our previous conferences and at the request of NAFA members, our annual International Fleet Academy (April 13-15) will be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida! This is the perfect opportunity for fleet professionals to learn the intricacies of developing and implementing fleet policies across the globe. And for the first time, the IFA is co-located with NAFA's Institute & Expo, April 14-17!
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Via Motors, the small Utah company fronted by former GM Executive Robert Lutz, has announced that it has received official certification from the U.S. EPA to enable it to start delivering its eREV Van to customers across the U.S. The Via range of plug-in commercial vehicles are factory conversions of the Chevrolet Silvarado pickup truck and Chevrolet Express van, turning them from standard V8 vehicles into range-extended plug-ins.
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Toyota says it will launch its new hydrogen-powered Mirai this month, bringing its first fuel-cell vehicle to market a bit ahead of its original schedule. Honda, meanwhile, revealed an updated prototype of the hydrogen car it plans to bring to market, though its own plans may be slightly delayed. Nonetheless, it would join not just Toyota but also Hyundai in marketing the alternative powertrain technology.
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One of the most important facets of fleet management is the ability to conduct a lifecycle cost analysis. Unfortunately, for many fleet managers, this can also be one of the most difficult aspects of the job. Thanks to NAFA's Lifecycle Cost Analysis for Fleets, fleet managers can learn all they need to know about lifecycle cost analysis in just three hours! Visit the NAFA Store now!
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NAFA's Emergency Operations Manual is specifically written for fleet managers! This "how-to" guide provides step-by step instructions to develop an effective emergency operations plan and is a must-have when events become unpredictable.
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NAFA's December webinar, Enhanced Violation Management Techniques to Identify High-Risk Drivers: Wednesday, December 10, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST. Register now! Click here.
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