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Attend both seminars (May 11 - May 15) with a package deal.

If you attend only one event this year, make it NAFA's I&E! The Institute & Expo, NAFA's annual conference, is just around the corner. Register now and make this a necessary investment well worth it.

NAFA has arranged several transportation options to help you arrive at your hotel or the Cobo Center. Whether you want to save money and travel with peers, or take a shuttle or a taxi, NAFA is here to help guide you.

Come join your peers, roll up your sleeves, and help make a difference in the life of a family through our Habitat for Humanity project at the I&E in Detroit.

Networkfleet, Inc.

Headline News
The company had until April 19 to reach a decision: pay or contest the largest fine ever assessed by the government against an automaker.

The rapid-response Swift Market Analysis Response Team will attempt to contact customers within 24 hours of receiving a complaint of unintended acceleration to arrange for a comprehensive on-site vehicle analysis.

The Blind Zone Alert system uses radar-equipped sensors to provide an extra set of "eyes" to monitor the vehicle's side blind spots.

ARI - Automotive Resources International

SPOTLIGHT ON LEGISLATION
If you weren't able to attend the webinar, you can hear the audio recording and see the slide presentation here.

* ULSD Survey Results
* FMCSA Pushes Back Start of CSA 2010
* DOT Issues EOBR Rule
* Senate Climate Bill Expected In April

A Private Member's Bill was introduced to make large vehicles safer.

REMARKETING STRATEGY
By Tom Webb, Chief Economist for Manheim Consulting and author of "Manheim's 2010 Used Car Market Report"

ENVIRONMENTAL UPDATE
The guidance calls for innovative approaches to Federal fleet management by optimizing fleet and vehicle size, encouraging active transit options such as bicycling and purchasing alternative fuel vehicles – including electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.

About half of the 1.5 million EcoBoost engines are expected to be sold in North America, while the rest are to be sold in Europe, South America, and Asia Pacific regions.

Counteract Balancing Beads Inc.

INSIDE NAFA
NAFA would like to thank the many sponsors who made this year's Institute and Expo in Detroit possible.

With more than 220 of the leading fleet and automotive industry companies exhibiting their products and services, it's a great opportunity to meet and do business with vendors on a one-on-one basis.

Let people know where they can find you at the I&E and what they can expect at your booth.

The CAFM Boot Camp sessions review the concepts in the curriculum with which most candidates have difficulty, based on test result analysis. CAFM and CAFS program participants can use this opportunity to reinforce their existing expertise and obtain assistance for concepts that might be problematic.

To facilitate networking, planning, and camaraderie for spouses and guests, NAFA's Michigan Chapter will host a Spouse & Guest Hospitality Room on Level 5 of the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center in the Joliet Room.

This year NAFA's going green and working with various partners such as Marriott and Cobo Center to increase the number of green options and recycling opportunities.

NAFA's I&E will have over 230 exhibitors, many of whom will be debuting new products. Want to cut costs and save fuel? Come to NAFA's Expo floor and talk to one of our exhibitors.

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Career Corner
One place to gather job postings and jobs wanted – and a resume bank!

Did you know Ford's all-new Police Interceptor, the "ultimate police vehicle," will be on the Expo Floor and at the Public Safety Group (PSG) Roadeo? Don't miss your chance to see this fully equipped vehicle upfront and personal at NAFA's I&E in Detroit.

Softech International Inc.

Adesa Atlanta

Truck Accessories Group, LLC

Insurance Auto Auctions

Mercedes-Benz

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Chapter Highlights
Each year, more than 100 NAFA Chapter meetings provide top-level education and training opportunities on a wide variety of timely topics.

More NAFA Store Items
Designed with you in mind, the guide will help you understand fuel supply and demand dynamics to better anticipate price changes, understand key fuel standards, and identify appropriate policies, activities, and technologies to improve fuel efficiency.

Membership Benefits You
As a service to NAFA Members, Patrick O'Connor and Huw Williams – NAFA's U.S. and Canadian Legislative Counsels, respectively – supply monthly updates on legislative issues impacting the fleet industry.

Same content information as found on the Networking Databases, just downloadable!

These virtual neighborhoods allow members to easily e-mail others within that community with specific fleet questions.

Congratulations – you just got a promotion! Best wishes on your retirement! Now what do you do?

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