"Back in March I wrote about the how the NAFA Board of Trustees wanted to make monumental changes to NAFA’s bylaws, the legal document that dictates NAFA’s critical membership and board structure and governance format. I encouraged you to make yourselves aware of the discussion, to ask questions, and to get engaged in the conversation...when we finally conducted the vote a few weeks ago, we were not really surprised that the amendments were approved by a margin of nearly 15 to 1, with 93 percent of respondents voting in favor of the changes."
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NAFA is partnering with the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association to provide members with access to this live-streaming session from the AFLA 2016 Annual Conference. Vehicle electrical systems are becoming more and more sophisticated every day. As vehicle manufacturers race to add new features, what are they doing, if anything, to secure these systems from local and remote attacks? Robert Leale of CanBusHack.com will discuss how these systems are being secured and how they are being hacked. The presentation will be followed by an interactive Q&A session.
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Fleet suppliers gained equal footing with fleet manager colleagues in NAFA when NAFA Members overwhelmingly approved changes to the Association’s bylaws, giving suppliers the ability to vote and serve on the national board. The bylaws changes were approved by a margin of nearly 15 to 1, with 93 percent of respondents voting in favor of the changes.
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Are you new to fleet? Do you have members of your team who recently added fleet management responsibilities? Learn the fundamentals from the best at your convenience! NAFA’s Fleet 101 webinar series provides a broad overview of the various skills needed to build a foundation to succeed in the fleet management profession!
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NAFA's latest webinar session, Shared Best Practice Similarities Between Corporate And Government Fleet Operations will show fleet professionals the best practices that apply to all types of fleet operations, effective communication styles to improve operational performance, differences between Corporate and Government operations, and much more. The webinar will be held this Wednesday, September 21! Register today!
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This webinar is taught by two of the most knowledgeable sustainable experts in the industry – Patti Earley, CAFM ® and Gary Lentsch, CAFM ®. It teaches the evolution and current definition of fleet sustainability. Attendees will learn the essential elements of a sustainable fleet plan! Register now for this terrific webinar event!
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Today’s vehicles rely more and more on technology for both performance and convenience, and are more than ever before "computers on wheels." For fleet management, the rapid growth of vehicle connectivity presents both challenges and opportunities. NAFA will be conducting a webinar on Wednesday, October 5 at 10:30 AM on this important subject. Register today!
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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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Wholesale used vehicle prices declined slightly in August. That left the Manheim Used Vehicle Value reading at 126.9 for August, an increase of 2.1 percent from a year ago. Wholesale pricing in 2016 has been supported by a retail market that enjoyed higher volumes, stabilizing margins, and respectable turn rates. And, importantly, dealers have continued to increase efficiencies in their used vehicle operations.
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Art Liggio, President of Driving Dynamics, Inc., joins Affiliates Committee Chair Carlos Oropeza, Donlen; and Trustee-Affiliate Robert Martines, Corporate Claims Management in steering this important wing of NAFA leadership. With the recently approved changes to NAFA's bylaws, these three gentlemen will help chart an unprecedented course for products/service providers in the Association.
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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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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!
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NAFA's Chicago Chapter welcomed 80 Members, Affiliates, and guests to the annual golf outing on a hot, steamy late summer Chicago day. Gathering at Poplar Creek Country Club, Hoffman Estates, IL on September 7, attendees' luck held as the round of golf was completed between heavy rainstorms that passed through the area.
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Join NAFA's Old Dominion Chapter for a full day of education and networking on September 27. There will be learning opportunities for you and your staff. We have a fleet manager track featuring hot topics for fleets, as well as a "technician/shop foreman track" focusing on more technical challenges. Lunch will feature a Fireside Chat with FCA, Ford, and GM.
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Please join us for our annual conference at the Hilton Garden Inn in beautiful Orange Beach, Alabama this October. Attendees can expect a great lineup of dynamic, knowledgeable guest speakers and the option to participate in evening events after classes. Seating is limited so register now to attend!
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FHWA Awards Grants to Test Gas Tax Alternatives, Committee Leaders Press NHTSA on Security and Safety Concerns, and DOT Reports Alarming Jump in Traffic Deaths in 2015
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Now into its second model year of existence, the auto industry’s still-new 5-cycle fuel efficiency testing process is getting good reviews from governments, manufacturers, and consumers alike. After criticism of manufacturers’ old 2-cycle testing process for fuel efficiency resulted in an updated procedure for the 2015 model year, today’s fuel economy ratings for all models on the Canadian market can transparently be seen as a more accurate reflection of real-world driving conditions and the fuel consumption actually achieved by regular vehicle use.
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The Federal government and the trucking industry recently came to a consensus: trucks and buses need to be slowed down. A new proposal released August 26 would require all new trucks, buses, and passenger vehicles weighing more than 26,000 pounds to be fitted with speed limiting devices, forcing them to travel at a max speed somewhere between 60 and 68 mph. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the U.S. Department of Transportation want speeds within that range to help protect the environment, as well as protect the lives of drivers across the country.
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On September 9, General Motors announced a massive 4.3 million vehicle recall covering a wide range of 2014 to 2017 model year vehicles under all four GM nameplates. The cars have a software defect that can, in rare instances, prevent the airbags from deploying in a crash. Chevy's Caprice PPV, Tahoe, Suburban, and Silverado and GMC's Sierra and Yukon are all covered under this recall to name just a few affected models. One death and three injuries have already been linked to this problem.
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Nissan is recalling about 134,000 cars and SUVs worldwide because brake fluid could leak and cause fires. In some cases, the company says people should park the vehicles outside until they are fixed. The recall covers certain 2015 to 2017 Murano SUVs and 2016 to 2017 Maxima large cars that are equipped with intelligent cruise control. Also included are some 2015 and 2016 Murano hybrids.
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Ford Motor Company has been plagued by door latch issues on some of it's most popular cars, trucks, and vans for the past 18 months. This is a problem that has not gone away, promoting the manufacturer to recall 1.5 million vehicles to repair door latches that can allow the doors to open while the vehicle is moving. Many of the same models are a part of this expanded recall, including the 2013 to 2015 Ford C-Max and Ford Escape, 2012 to 2015 Ford Focus, 2015 Ford Mustang and Lincoln MKC and 2014 to 2016 Ford Transit Connect.
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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 Louise Davis-Lopez, CFM/CAFM ® and George Dodd that has helped make NAFA the strongest association in fleet management today.
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NAFA Member Mark Kostos, passed away on Sunday, March 20. He was Fleet Shop Supervisor for Charleston County (S.C.) for 21 years and vice president of the Southeast Governmental Fleet Management Association (SGFMA). Mark held an ASE Master Technician Certification.
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NAFA is conducting a brief survey on vehicle maintenance and repair practices. The survey will take less than 15 minutes of your time to complete and we ask that you participate to help us recognize any positive or negative trends in the industry. The survey will be open until Friday, September 30 at 5pm (Eastern Time) so participate now.
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The 2017 invoicing cycle is coming. Renew a year's worth of NAFA membership/affiliation renewals in one single, concise, annual payment. The Invoice Bundling Option -- a once-yearly process -- returns for 2017 and can reduce paperwork, clarify accounting, and can free your collective membership with NAFA from inconsistent dues-cycles. If you are interested in this option you must hurry. Invoice Bundling sign-up concludes THIS FRIDAY, September 23!
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Google has developed a police vehicle detection system for their self-driving cars. The detection system automatically detects police vehicles based on the pattern of flashing lights on the police cars. Police vehicles are sometimes engaged in a pursuit operation. During these close chasing situations, the police vehicle has the authority to jump traffic signals and run without any speed limitations. However, an obstruction of any form could disrupt the emergency response operation.
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Older drivers may soon be traveling a safer road thanks to smarter cars that can detect oncoming traffic, steer clear of trouble, and even hit the brakes when a collision appears imminent.Revolutionary breakthroughs are expected in the next few years, when measures such as robotic braking systems are supposed to become standard features in all cars on U.S. roads.
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk claims that his cars will be the safest on the road, once the company completes an Over the Air (OTA) update of their Autopilot system within the next two weeks. This upgrade was required so that the system could become more reliant on the Model S and X's radar-based sensors. The semi-autonomous Autopilot system had previously relied on camera-based sensors to recognize obstacles in the road. The update that Tesla has developed is a first-of-it's-kind software.
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As global emissions standards begin to get stricter, many manufacturers are beginning to seek partnerships to help trim the costs associated with developing new technology. Most recently, Volkswagen Truck and Bus and Navistar International agreed to terms on a wide-reaching technology and purchasing agreement. This deal saw VW spend $256 million to take a 16.6 percent ownership stake in the Illinois-based truck manufacturer. A full merger is possible once the technology and procurement alliance between the two truck makers takes a more definitive shape.
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In what seems to be a bid to grow his auto parts retailer investments, billionaire investor Carl Icahn is purchasing the remaining shares of auto supplier Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation for $281 billion. The deal was done through a subsidiary of his firm, Icahn Enterprises, LP, and gives Icahn the remaining 18 percent of the company's shares he did not already own. Should Federal-Mogul shareholders vote to approve the deal, the auto parts supplier would become the largest privately-held subsidiary of Icahn Enterprises.
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Many European manufacturers are beginning to invest more heavily in electric vehicles, and Daimler is now the latest name to throw their hat into the EV ring. The parent company of luxury brand Mercedes-Benz, Daimler recently announced that they plan to unveil at least six electric vehicles to keep pace with Tesla, BMW, and Audi. While a half-dozen EVs is the brand's minimum, Daimler said that number could climb as high as nine fully electric vehicles. The German automaker plans on rolling out these new models between 2018 and 2024.
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Nissan will soon be introducing to the Japanese market a new range-extended electric version of the Note, according to recent reports. The range-extended version of the compact hatchback will apparently be going on sale in November. While the Chevy Bolt (Vauxhall/Opel Ampera-e) won’t be released in the Japanese market, the timing draws a parallel with the soon-to-be-released American long-range electric vehicle (EV).
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General Motors Co. is beginning to ready it's Orion Assembly Plant in Michigan for the retail production debut of the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The latest sustainable offering from Chevy, the Bolt is a pure battery-electric vehicle with an EPA-certified 238-mile range and is currently on schedule to hit dealership showrooms later this year. And while it might not have received the same level of hype, the Bolt will have an advantage over Tesla's much-anticipated Model 3 because it will be going on sale one year sooner.
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The big NAFA Store sale is almost over! For a limited time, you can take advantage of discounts off the prices of most products in the NAFA Store. Get NAFA's terrific educational products and can't-miss 30% off pricing by using the promotional code VEFTXQ7ENNFU -- it's that simple!
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For a limited time, take 30% off during NAFA's Summer Sale! 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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For a limited time, take 30% off during NAFA's Summer Sale! 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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Want To Know How To Build A Sustainable Fleet Program? Don't Delay! Sign Up For This September 27 Webinar, Free To NAFA Members! Click here!
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