The voting period for NAFA's bylaws amendments concluded on August 15. All amendments have been approved by vote. Details of amendments within.
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Affiliates and Members asked for it, and now NAFA has a new option for the 2013 invoicing cycle. A year's worth of NAFA membership/affiliation renewals all wrapped up into one concise, annual payment might be the streamlined approach you've been waiting for from NAFA!
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The Western Canada Chapter tested online chapter meetings earlier in 2012, and thanks to initial success plans to continue their efforts this September.
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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.
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With nearly eight months to go before the show, exhibit space is already more than fifty percent sold out for NAFA's 2013 Institute & Expo! Exhibitors who reserve their booth during the priority period will save $1 per square foot. All booths are sold first come, first served.
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The Mastering International Fleet Management Seminar features expert speakers from Europe and South America. register today for savings. Find out how to receive 50 percent off discounts for your team members, as well as two global fleet resources free with your registration! Early-Bird savings end August 31.
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The CVRP webinar covers a variety of topics relating to the state rebate project as well as other available incentives for drivers of light-duty zero emission and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. The webinar will cover CVRP available funding, eligibility requirements, eligible vehicles, and application procedures.
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08/24 - Rocky Mountain & 08/28 - Ontario; Also a full listing of September's chapter events.
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By the end of this year, Frito-Lay will have more than 275 electric trucks deployed in the U.S., making Frito-Lay the largest commercial fleet of all-electric trucks in the country. In May of this year, Frito-Lay reached a milestone of one million all-electric miles driven.
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With the launch of new federal vehicle fuel economy rules, the American auto industry has grown by nearly a quarter million jobs (236,600) since June 2009 when the auto industry hit bottom.
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The Government Accountability Office said in a report released on August 2 that the number of vehicles increased from about 420,000 in 2005 to more than 449,000 vehicles — an increase of 29,000 vehicles.
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The number of fleet management systems operational in North America is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.9 percent from 2.8 million units in 2011 to 5.9 million units by 2016, according to a new report.
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Four finalists will be interviewed in the next few weeks to be the City of Springfield, IL’s first fleet manager. The finalists, all men, were selected from a pool of about eight applicants, said Budget Director Bill McCarty. Two of the finalists already work for the city. Of the remaining two, one lives in Springfield and the other in Texas.
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Congress has adjourned for August recess and will reconvene on September 10. When lawmakers return, they will first tackle a six-month continuing resolution to keep the government running through March 31, 2013. Also, the Massachusetts Legislature has unanimously passed and Governor Deval Patrick has signed a compromise "right to repair" bill.
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Canada is nearly fifty percent of the way to meeting their greenhouse gas emission target. Also, community partners unveil their electric vehicle acquisition in Prince George, British Columbia.
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Anne Steckel, Vice President of Federal Affairs commended the Senate Finance Committee for passing a bipartisan tax package that includes an extension of the now-expired biodiesel tax incentive.
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Manheim Consulting's Thomas Webb discusses the sales strength remaining in the new cars and light-duty trucks segment and cautions, even in the face of a used car market trending lower, that this is strictly a market correction.
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On August 6, Ford Motor Co. began testing an array of car-to-car and car-to-infrastructure communications in Germany, including an obstacle warning system and a traffic sign assistance technology.
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General Motors is recalling 38,000 police cruisers because of a suspension problem that could cause fractures and the sudden loss of control – a potentially serious problem, especially during a high-speed pursuit.
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Toyota will recall approximately 778,000 vehicles that are at risk for problems with their rear suspension. But the recall hasn't started yet, because the company hasn't figured out how to fix the problem. The problem could be responsible for at least one highway accident, in which a driver reported a loud noise that immediately precipitated a loss of control.
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GM Ventures LLC said it is making an undisclosed investment in NanoSteel Co, a Providence, RI-based firm, joining lead shareholders EnerTech Capital and Fairhaven Capital Partners and five existing investors to complete the Series C financing round. Terms of the GM Ventures investment were not disclosed.
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NAFA welcomes new Members and Affiliates into the Association.
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David Berke, President of Car and Truck Transport, marks a big anniversary with NAFA this month.
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Original post: August 6 The report, Utilimarc® 2011 Municipal Fleet Benchmark Study - PPV Marked Squad Sedan, is now online for NAFA members to view. We hope you find this information useful. In upcoming months look for other such reports to be provided by Utilimarc®.
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Original post: August 6 NAFA will hold a Fleet Management Seminar (FMS) October 17-18 at the Hyatt Regency Tampa, Tampa, FL. The FMS provides you the opportunity to learn the fundamental principles and practices of successful fleet management. Register today! Early Bird discounts end Tuesday, September 25.
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Do you want to survey Members about new vehicles? What of Members' opinions about safety policies, or do you want to gather information about vehicle maintenance? NAFA’s Market Research and Survey Email Service is an option provided by NAFA to help get the information you're looking for.
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Keith Whalen has been appointed by First Transit as Senior Vice President of Business Development. Whalen will support First Transit’s operations by delivering sales targets, directing the development of new business, identifying opportunities, and evaluating the competition in the marketplace.
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During the first six months of 2012 clean diesel automobile sales in the United States increased 27.5 percent, according to new sales information. In the second quarter of 2012, U.S. sales of clean diesel autos increased 22.3 percent in June over June 2011, increased 14.4 percent in May, and increased 28.2 percent in April.
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There seems to be an almost direct correlation between fuel prices and fuel economy, at least in terms of the mileage of the vehicle the average American motorist has been purchasing this year. And with fuel prices once again starting to rise after unexpectedly tumbling for several months that means fuel economy is heading up, as well.
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Representatives from the nation's auto manufacturers, including the Big Three, were in Oklahoma City August 8 to meet with Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin and procurement experts to ask questions surrounding a recently issued multistate request for proposal.
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The company announced on August 7 that during the year-to-date period ending July 31, orders for its CNG fuel systems increased nearly four-fold compared to orders received during the same period in 2011.
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Beginning September 6 in Morris, IL, the American Truck Historical Society will hold its first Historic Highway Convoy. The convoy will follow Route 66, the famous "Mother Road," from Illinois to California.
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NAFA provides products tailored to assist in some of the most complex aspects of the fleet industry, created by experienced fleet educators. Have you checked out what is available in the NAFA store lately?
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Hawthorne, CA; Calgary, AB; North, TX; Richmond, VA; Fort Lauderdale, FL; Miami, FL; Austin, TX; and Arden Hills, MN.
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After years of steady decline there are some disturbing signs that the downward trend in traffic fatalities may be over. With reports already suggesting vehicle deaths were up for the first part of the year, a new study shows a sharp, four percent increase in pedestrian fatalities, as well.
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NAFA's Canadian FMS, September 11-12: Early Bird Savings End Today! Don't Pass On This Opportunity To Attend At The Lowest Price -- Register Today By Clicking Here.

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Congratulations, you just got a promotion! Best wishes on your retirement! Now what do you do?
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Three online, searchable networking databases will put you in easy touch with all your NAFA colleagues.
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These virtual neighborhoods allow members to easily email others within that community with specific fleet questions.
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Designed to help you quickly find references and educational resources.
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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.
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NAFA's Lifecycle Cost Analysis for Fleets was created to show fleet managers how to implement the use of analytical financial modeling within their vehicle fleets.
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