NAFA Connection

NAFA eagerly announces it is seeking four (4) candidates for its 2017 Board of Directors. As a result of the recent changes to NAFA’s bylaws, now every fleet manager and supplier whose membership is in good standing is eligible to be considered for the NAFA Board of Directors. To be considered for the NAFA Board of Directors, you must complete the Candidate Consideration Form found in a link in this article. Completed forms are due back to NAFA by 5:00 pm Eastern Time, Monday, October 31, 2016.

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No longer just a subject of the science fiction genre, fears regarding cybersecurity and motor vehicles are a present reality demanding attention, concern, and an educated response. Unparalleled in its commitment to the security of fleets, NAFA presented the webinar "Fleet Management and the Connected Vehicle" on October 5. Continuing with this mission, NAFA has issued a companion whitepaper. "Fleet Management and the Connected Vehicle" can be downloaded for free.

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NAFA's Fleet 101 webinar series is the perfect opportunity for you or your team to learn about the different disciplines of fleet management! Order the Fleet 101 series bundle now! Enter coupon code 101Series at checkout to save $100 off the Member price! Offer ends October 31!

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NAFA’s annual Institute & Expo is the fleet management industry’s largest event. Designed around your needs, I&E provides a convenient and valuable opportunity for both new and veteran fleet managers to get the tools they need to be successful and increase their networking power. 2017 will bring the most education-packed, networking-friendly conference NAFA has presented!

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Do you know someone who has made an impact on our industry in 2016? Give them the recognition they deserve and nominate them for the Fleet Excellence Awards! The FLEXYs shine a spotlight on those who impacted fleet in both the corporate and public fleet segments during 2016. The FLEXYs submissions form launches October 25!

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Reservations are now open for NAFA's Institute & Expo in Tampa, Florida! The time to book your rooms at the discounted rates and mark your schedules for April 25-28. Remember as hotels can sell out and we want to make sure you receive your first choice.

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Neither NAFA, nor the Institute & Expo (I&E) have any relationship with housing companies regarding events such as the I&E, 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, Global Housing Corp. or any such organization, do NOT give any of your personal or financial data. These companies typically ask for payment up front. NAFA does not do business with 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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NAFA, a pioneer in the sustainable fleet movement, will be leading a Sustainable Fleet Training Day event during the Northern California Clean Technology Forum & Equipment Expo in Sacramento, CA on October 19. This event will bring proven, actionable strategies to participants. The agenda will be conducted by NAFA Past President Claude T. Masters, CAFM^®.

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NAFA's latest webinar session, Impact of Mobile Technology on Fleets will show fleet professionals the mobile tools used by various stakeholders from dispatch systems, to locator tools, to payments. The webinar will be held Wednesday, October 19! Free to NAFA members, register for this webinar today!

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NAFA’s CAFM^®/CAFS^® Online Boot Camp can help prepare you if you're interested in the individual certificate of your choice. If you're looking for your Asset Management certificate or need additional help studying for this discipline, or are working toward CAFM^®/CAFS^® Online Boot Camp, you need to attend this webinar! This session will be held on November 1 and 2, so register now!

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Wholesale used vehicle prices (on a mix-, mileage-, and seasonally adjusted basis) remained unchanged between August and September. Non-seasonally adjusted prices declined 1 percent during the month. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index stood at 126.9 for September, an increase of 1.7 percent from a year ago.

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From golf outings to multi-day education and networking events, find out about the chapter meetings you will want to be a part of! NAFA's Chapter are the heart of the Association, so don't pass up these terrific opportunities to learn and grow as a fleet professional. Details inside.

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On October 19, NAFA's St. Louis Gateway Chapter will host speaker Pedro Noyola, Director of Product Marketing at Telogis. He will be speaking about the impact of the Internet-of-Things in the fleet industry and what is going on in the world of GPS tracking. The meeting happens at Fastlane Classic Cars, which specializes in the collectors market for vehicles.

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In this FUN video contest we want to hear about the value of NAFA and our chapters! Videos should inspire new members and remind existing members of what is special about NAFA and our chapters by showing how membership has helped professionally or personally; however your team sees fit. This contest is a great opportunity to build your chapter community! The deadline to enter and submit videos has been extended to January 31, 2017!

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It is Ride & Drive season and a whole lot more for NAFA's Chapters. Learn all about what's going on at YOUR Chapter this month!

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Want more people at your next NAFA Chapter meeting? Recaps and previews of meetings in NAFAConnection can help boost attendance! All it takes is a few minutes to submit information and the entire membership will know about the great work you're doing.

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Transportation Groups Urge Presidential Candidates to Focus on Highway Funding, Two Long-Awaited FMCSA Rules in Final Stages, and DOT Launches New Partnership to End Roadway Fatalities.

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On October 3, 2016, Prime Minister Trudeau stood to lay out a new pillar of his government’s environmental policy. For the first time, he stated that the Federal Government would implement a national carbon price in 2018 that would begin at $10 per tonne of greenhouse gas emissions and increase to $50 per tonne by 2022. This surprise announcement sent shockwaves across the provinces and all sides of the political spectrum.

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With a record-setting death toll on U.S. roadways as a backdrop, the Obama administration committed to eliminating traffic fatalities within 30 years. The promise is heavily reliant on the continued development of autonomous vehicles and complimentary smart-vehicle technologies.

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Kristi Webb, President and CEO of Element Fleet Management, was named as the new president of the American Automotive Leasing Association (AALA). The decision was made and announced by AALA's Board of Directors in late-September.

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Federal auto-safety regulators have launched an investigation into the safety of brakes on certain Ford pickups – but when it comes to the government’s own fleet of vehicles, not only do repairs go unfixed but the General Services Administration routinely auctions off cars with open recalls to the public.

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations has opened an investigation into certain 2015 and 2016 Ford F-150 equipped with the manufacturer's 3.5 liter turbocharged V6. The federal agency has received 25 complaints of sudden brake failure, with the brake pedal going straight to the floor and the taillights illuminating on some of the '15 models. A few dealerships are saying that the issue is being caused by a brake master cylinder failure.

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NAFA welcomes new Members and Affiliates into the Association. Thank you for making NAFA your association!

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It is the strength of our members like Richard Simon; Ralph Beatty; Marvin V. Fletcher Jr., CAFM^®; and Paul Pelletier that has helped make NAFA the strongest association in fleet management today.

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On October 3, NAFA and The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) announced the signing of an agreement in principle designed to increase energy efficiency in vehicle fleets of NAFA members and cable system operators. Once a formal agreement is finalized, the two organizations will promote professional development and standardization of operational practices in the fleet management field, and will work together to develop new training and benchmarking material that can help to identify and remedy inefficient practices.

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German automotive supplier Continental AG recently purchased majority interest in Seattle-based fleet management technology provider Zonar. Continental is hoping this deal to expand their mobility services will also strengthen their position in the United States. Daimler AG will keep the remaining shares it already had in the telematics provider.

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California’s newly released draft regulations are a mixed bag for tech firms and carmakers. They, for the first time, set out state rules for deploying driverless cars with no humans on board ready to take over. At the same time, California proposed that manufacturers "must obtain an ordinance or resolution from local authorities" laying out circumstances under which the cars can be tested on local streets.

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Google’s self-driving car program marked more than 2 million miles driven on public roads, a significant lap around traditional auto makers’ efforts to develop autonomous vehicles. Alphabet Inc.’s car program had nearly 60 self-driving vehicles on roads in four states as of August, collecting real-world experience as it learns to navigate the complex world of humans.

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NAFA’s Sustainable Fleet Webinar Series consists of six one-hour presentations designed to educate fleet professionals on how to create a sustainable fleet program. This series was developed through a partnership with NAFA, CALSTART, and NC State University. This course is designed to educate fleet professionals in proven methods to develop sustainable fleet initiatives, providing the tools and skills that help them succeed in their sustainability goals.

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Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval’s New Energy Industry Task Force is seeking out ways to better promote electric cars in Nevada and accelerate adoption of electric vehicles, or EVs. Research by the Southwest Energy Efficiency Project shows significant economic and other benefits as use of electric vehicles grows in the Silver State.

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Last month, plug-in electric vehicles experienced some of their best sales figures ever in the United States. The majority of the sales were represented by battery electric vehicles, which sold just under 0.7 percent in a competitive passenger car and light truck market that saw 1.43 million sales. Combined with plug- in hybrids, a total of 16,609 were sold in September.

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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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One of the benefits of NAFA membership is access to thousands of fleet professionals across North America and around the world. So, if you're looking to fill a position on your staff, then you'll want to make sure you take advantage of NAFA's Career Network. Click inside to learn more about how to get a job posted, and get it noticed by some of the best in the fleet industry!

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NAFA’s CAFM^®/CAFS^® Online Boot Camp: Asset Management -- This session will be held on November 1 and 2, so click here and register now!