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Welcome to the GOVERNMENT FLEET E-NEWS THURSDAY EDITION, your online source for fleet news, products and best practices.
Ford Debuts Police Interceptor Utility Vehicle
CHICAGO - Ford Motor Company revealed its newest pursuit-rated vehicle – Ford’s first-ever specially designed Police Interceptor utility built for the rigors of police work. Read Full Story
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One Week Left to Nominate Green Fleet Leaders
TORRANCE, CA - Government Fleet magazine wants to honor fleet managers with its second annual "Fleet Environmental Leadership" Awards. "Greening" a fleet will improve its impact on the environment by reducing emissions and fuel consumption. Read Full Story
GM Launches 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
The Cruze, which is scheduled to arrive at U.S. dealerships this month, has a starting price of $16,995. Read Full Story
Jeffery Hart Named City of Oceanside Fleet Supervisor
OCEANSIDE, CA - Jeffery Hart has been named fleet supervisor for the City of Oceanside, Calif., after an interim period. He has been with the City for 20 years and was most previously lead automotive technician. Hart started in 1991 as a mechanic for the police department. Read Full Story
Alternative Fuel Trade Alliance to Hold Workshop in Denver
DENVER - The next Alternative Fuel Trade Alliance Workshop will take place on September 9 in Denver. The training seminar will cover alternative fuel quality, infrastructure, available vehicles, safety, and environmental impact of propane, ethanol, biodiesel, and compressed natural gas. Read Full Story
Indiana Converts 227 Vehicles to Propane
INDIANAPOLIS - The Indiana Department of Transportation and other agencies are converting at least 227 Ford vans and trucks from gasoline to also run on propane. The State has received federal funding for the conversions and for about 115 propane filling stations statewide. Read Full Story
NFPA, Chevrolet, OnStar to Provide Electric Vehicle Safety Training
CHICAGO - The National Fire Protection Association announced collaboration with Chevrolet and OnStar, stemming from an electric vehicle safety training initiative NFPA is developing to support the growing number of electric vehicles in the United States. Read Full Story
Vehicle Repair Dispute Challenges City Immunity Law
SAN ANTONIO - A San Antonio woman whose SUV was hit by a police vehicle rushing to a call was told that that the City would not pay for damages to her vehicle. The City cited a law that gives cities immunity if one of their employees crashes into someone while responding to an emergency. Read Full Story
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