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Since 2015, NAFA, as the sole representative voice for the fleet community, has been presenting fleet’s concerns and needs to lawmakers and regulators on the subject of cybersecurity. That’s why we were honored when the folks at Auto-ISAC, the Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center, invited NAFA to join their organization as a strategic partner. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493882&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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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 and industry suppliers 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. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493864&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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Taking place on April 24 at NAFA's Institute & Expo, this insightful session will help you learn how to make sense out of terms, conditions, provisions, disclaimers, and exclusions; understand how lease and service agreement terms and conditions impact your organization; and design benchmarking performance terms and conditions for fleet contracts and service level agreements. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=495034&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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At NAFA's I&E on Wednesday morning, April 25, the Law Enforcement New Product Showcase will be, for the first time, an exclusive breakfast event for LEG fleet and mobility professionals. OEM representatives will be on hand to preview the latest technologies, as well as answer your questions. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=495035&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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The I&E education session, Build and Enforce Fleet Policies That Reduce Costs, will teach attendees which fleet policies can reduce costs the most, and why; methods and best practices for communicating and enforcing policy; and understanding how to enforce policy consistently with reduced burden on staff. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=495037&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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Come to NAFA's Institute & Expo (I&E) in Anaheim, Calif., this April and experience great new additions to the event, including all-new features to the I&E Expo floor. Reinforce what you will learn in I&E education sessions by visiting knowledgeable vendors on the I&E Expo floor. Discover the latest technologies on the Expo floor, providing you with a one-stop shop for resources that will save you time and money. Make connections, build new relationships, and strengthen existing partnerships. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493865&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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The slate of NAFA webinars for 2018 is now online, including "Using Data to Drive Positive Change in a Best-in-Class Fleet Safety Program," which takes place Wednesday, April 11. In this session, learn how a best-in-class fleet safety program partnered with researchers and its fleet service providers to analyze its crash data, leading to positive changes in its vehicle safety and training programs. NAFA webinars are available for FREE for all NAFA Members as an exclusive benefit of membership. Registration for non-members is $25. Register now and expand your skillset through these informative education opportunities. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493868&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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Your Sustainable Fleet Management Certificate from NAFA gives you in-demand knowledge and a highly 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. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493874&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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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. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493869&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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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. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493875&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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NAFA thanks the Chapters whose contributions will help supercharge this year's Institute & Expo. Your involvement and excitement are sure to make this year's event the best yet! Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=495676&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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Features in this edition: On March 14, the House Ways and Means Tax Policy Subcommittee held a hearing to review the existing tax incentives and evaluate how they fit into the new tax code following passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. In response, NAFA submitted a statement for the record to the Subcommittee urging that incentives be extended. The Senate narrowly averted another government shutdown by passing a $1.3 trillion spending bill on March 23 that funds the government through September 30, 2019.
The Internal Revenue Service has published information on how to apply for the alternative fuel and biodiesel tax credits for 2017 provided by the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018. The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has issued a request for information on the use of automated technologies in the transportation of hazardous materials. On March 21, Reps. Duncan Hunter (R-Calif.) and Trey Hollingsworth (R-Ind.) introduced the Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy (DRIVE-Safe) Act, legislation that would expand interstate truck driving opportunities to individuals between the ages of 18 and 21. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493870&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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Features in this edition: Two-and-a-half-years into its mandate, consumer safety is of paramount concern for the government in its approach to transport policy. A new rule from Transport Canada will impose requirements on manufacturers of vehicles in Canada involving lighting and visibility for vehicles during low-light times of the day. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493871&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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Thank you for making NAFA your association! Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493873&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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Choi's presentation, How “Machine Learning” Will Lead the Future of Fleet Autonomy and Mobility, will guide attendees who are coming to grips with the vast advances taking place in fleet and mobility management. As the era of “machine learning autonomy” rapidly approaches, the role of fleet management will be definitively impacted. Choi will discuss how Uber positions itself in this era. What does the approach of autonomy mean to the fleet industry and how can a safety-first emphasis be preserved? Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493866&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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On Friday, April 27, at NAFA's Institute & Expo, join leaders from the Federal Highway Administration and the U.S. Department of Transportation for a discussion on the DOT’s “Connected Pilots” program and how this automation and communication initiative will change your fleets. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493867&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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Fleet management will always involve a certain level of risk; the key is to minimize risk wherever and whenever possible. NAFA's Risk Management Guide provides fleet managers the ability to identify, quantify, and treat risk across their fleet and throughout the overall organization. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493877&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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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! Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493878&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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See NAFA's current fleet professional job postings and learn how you can find your next position or your organization can add openings to the NAFA.org Career Network page. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=493879&issueID=57911 to view the full article online.
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