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Kate Hartman, Team Lead, Research, Evaluation and Management, for the U.S. Department of Transportation, will present an overview of the Connected Pilots program, which features truck and taxi fleets in New York, Florida, and Wyoming that are taking the lead to deploy exciting new technology.
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Attend the industry's largest gathering of fleet professionals! NAFA’s annual 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. In 2018, NAFA will present its most education-packed, networking-friendly conference yet.
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Your Sustainable Fleet Management Certificate from NAFA gives you in-demand knowledge and a respected credential. Your skills will matter: sustainability is a topic organizations can’t afford to ignore—and transportation-related sustainability is a top priority. Take the first step toward becoming an accredited NAFA Sustainable Fleet.
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After a disaster, the most important mission is getting people’s lives back to normal as quickly as possible. For most organizations, restoration of daily functions doesn’t happen without the fleet. While there may be some advanced warning with hurricanes, most disasters don’t give you notice before they strike. In this article, NAFA Senior Vice President Patti Earley, CAFM® discusses some of the necessary steps for being disaster-ready.
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NAFA Regular Member and Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Fleet Manager Hjalmar Tiesenhausen, CAFS®, has a very eclectic addition to his motor pool: a 1924 Buick McLaughlin. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=486576&issueID=57908 to view the full article online.
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The slate of NAFA webinars for 2018 is now online including "Third Level Telematics" which takes place tomorrow, February 21. How do you maximize your return on telematics? Find out how to accurately measure the telematics data most relevant to you to calculate your success. NAFA webinars are available for FREE for NAFA Members (Regular and Associate) as an exclusive benefit of membership. Registration for non-members is $25. Register now and be prepared for these informative education opportunities.
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When you’re new to fleet, how will you develop your superpowers? Gain a career-long advantage in eight quick and easy webinars with NAFA's Fleet 101 Webinar Series. Better-informed professionals run better performing fleets – and this program will familiarize you with the fundamentals of every aspect of fleet management. You’ll learn in-demand skills you can apply immediately to start adding value to your organization’s operations.
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NAFA’s Sustainable Fleet Webinar Series educates fleet professionals on proven methods to develop sustainable fleet initiatives, offering the tools and skills that help fleets and fleet professionals like you succeed in your sustainability goals.
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Wholesale used vehicle prices (on a mix-, mileage-, and seasonally adjusted basis) decreased 0.74 percent month-over-month in January. This brought the Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index to 131.0, which was a 4.9 percent increase from a year ago and the lowest level since last July. On a year-over-year basis, all major market segments except midsize cars saw gains. Luxury cars, pickups, and vans outperformed the overall market.
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On Tuesday, February 27, NAFA Pacific Southwest Chapter will meet at Cerritos College to discuss the future of mobility in the fleet industry. This event will feature a panel of experts from industry-leading companies such as Lytx, Advanced Mobile Solutions (Lyft), and UBER. You won't want to miss out on this valuable event! Click inside for more details, and to register.
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Features in this edition: On February 9, President Trump signed a bipartisan deal to reopen the government after a five-hour shutdown. While the legislative agreement sets out broad budget numbers for the next two fiscal years, it technically only funds the government through March 23, 2018. On February 12, the White House rolled out President Trump’s long-awaited infrastructure plan that aims to repair the nation’s roads, bridges, tunnels, and more. The plan includes $200 billion in federal funding over the next 10 years. On August 4, 2017, FMCSA and the Federal Railroad Administration announced the withdrawal of a 2016 advance notice of proposed rulemaking seeking information on potential standards for screening and treatment mandates for commercial drivers and rail workers diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea.
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The Liberal Government has taken a step back in its communication regarding the legalization of cannabis in Canada, indicating that a later summer rollout is likely. The legislation is currently stalled in the Senate due to concerns voiced by an employers’ coalition which wants the Senate to include an amendment that includes measures to impose mandatory drug or alcohol tests on workers in sensitive industries, including vehicle operators. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=485884&issueID=57908 to view the full article online.
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Thank you for making NAFA your association!
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The NAFA Foundation, a not-for-profit charitable organization formed in 1976 to support the fleet industry, recently implemented bylaws changes that created a new Board structure and stronger ties to its sister organization, NAFA Fleet Management Association. The NAFA Foundation supports the advancement of the automotive industry through the promotion and encouragement of education and research projects; and receiving, administering, and disbursing grants and contributions.
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NAFA announced the launch of its all new www.fleetcertification.org and www.nafasustainable.org websites on January 30. The sites are devoted to education in important subject matter from Asset Management to Professional Development and the necessary steps to "green" fleets. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=485878&issueID=57908 to view the full article online.
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International Fleet Academy – Where are You? Advancing on the Mobility Continuum, takes place on Monday, April 23. Radical change is here, in the form of more sharing, greater autonomy, and an explosion of mobility technology. More than ever, fleet professionals need education and peer networking to stay up to date on the mobility continuum and all it entails for the industry.
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Enhance your 2018 Institute & Expo experience by learning how to navigate the challenging needs of managing crises. Attend NAFA’s pre-conference event, Are You Really Ready? The Critical Role of Fleets Before, During, and Post-Disaster, taking place on Monday, April 23. With fires raging in California and Western Canada and hurricanes and torrential floods hitting the southern United States, the past year has been epic in generating lessons learned from preparation through execution to post-event.
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NAFA will hold a unique panel of top automobile executives who will address significant technological subjects within the industry. The presentation, How OEMs are Addressing Mobility and the Future of Fleet, will occur at NAFA’s annual conference, the NAFA Institute & Expo (I&E), taking place April 24-27, in Anaheim, Calif. This year, fleet professionals are invited to submit questions directly to NAFA for possible inclusion in the panel.
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NAFA’s Institute & Expo (I&E) brings many fleet leaders and vendors together from around the world. With that volume of travelers, third-party lodging companies, some of which have proven to be scammers, take notice and begin soliciting potential attendees for lodging and travel services. NAFA does not work with or authorize any organizations to use the NAFA or I&E names and logos to solicit attendees for lodging and cautions attendees to be diligent, through several tips.
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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 instructional presentation, fleet managers can learn all they need to know about lifecycle cost analysis in just three hours!
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How does lifecycle cost analysis help quantify the decision-making process for determining when a piece of equipment needs replacing? How can you use benchmarking principles to ensure your fleet operates optimally? NAFA’s Financial Management Guide examines these questions and more!
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See NAFA's current fleet professional job postings and learn how your organization can add openings to the NAFA.org Career Network page.
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