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In just a few weeks, NAFA will launch a bold new program that will add tremendous value to your membership and give you resources never before available. NAFA’s “Communities” program will be an online tool for you to access segment-specific programs and content, accelerate your networking among like-minded peers, and give you a stronger voice in NAFA. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547556&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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On any given morning fleet managers can wake up to a news report discovering their fleet may have a serious safety concern due to a vehicle recall. Fleet professionals must take steps to ensure they are quickly informed as well as having an established process for managing through recall resolution. Here are some steps you can take to minimize your fleet’s exposure. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=548620&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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Policies are designed to strategically assist an organization in accomplishing its goals. It is important to regularly evaluate policies for effectiveness, relevance, and compliance. The place to begin any reassessment is to understand the reasoning behind the adoption of it. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=548621&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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Unilever, the company known for brands including Good Humor, Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, and Lipton teas, recognizes great promotional opportunities. NAFA Regular Member Oleg Cytowicz, Americas Fleet Lead for Unilever, shared three vehicles that comprise unique and savvy marketing. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=548622&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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Be prepared for some of the boldest changes and upgrades yet to fleet's premiere annual conference. Register now at NAFAInstitute.org. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547521&issueID=60925 to view the full article online. |
Are you ready for the mobility revolution? It's coming, so be ready for it with a full day of mobility-related education at NAFA's Institute & Expo, Wednesday, April 17, in Louisville, Ky. Find out more by clicking here! Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=548602&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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Returning once again to I&E is the Fleet Management Executive Panel, on April 17. This session will afford attendees at NAFA’s Institute & Expo the opportunity to hear directly from the leaders of major fleet management companies as they discuss what they see coming in the near future with regard to mobility, procurement, sourcing, inventory, sustainability, global expansion, and much more! Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547522&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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NAFA’s 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. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547525&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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The slate of NAFA webinars for 2019 is now online, including "Getting The Most Out Of Your ELD Data: Halliburton’s Story," which takes place Wednesday, March 27. In this session, oilfield services leader Halliburton will describe how its fleet operations team is leveraging data collected from its electronic logging devices (ELDs) to impact not only compliance but also safety and efficiency – ensuring a positive ROI on their ELD investment. 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=547655&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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Want to become a top performer in fleet? Attend CAFM U – NAFA’s week-long "university-style" training event for advanced fleet education, April 13-18, 2019, in Louisville, Ky. CAFM U will grow your expertise and abilities to solve ever-complex fleet challenges – while letting you pursue your CAFM® or CAFS® certifications. The condensed format even lets you test twice, maximizing your opportunities to advance. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547529&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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NAFA's I&E pre-conference workshops tackle some of the most pressing issues that confront fleet head-on. This year will be no different as the Association presents the pre-con, "Crowdsourcing Policies That Will Work for You." Join us to create - in just one afternoon - a robust policy framework consisting of a Fleet Management Manual, Driver Handbook, and Service Level Agreements. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547530&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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Fleet is constantly evolving, and true fleet leaders realize that even when you think you've learned all there is to know, you've only scratched the surface. Go deep into fleet with the pre-conference event, "Fleet 401-The Masters," taking place April 14. This interactive seminar emphasizes senior-level peer learning and takes it to the next level. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547531&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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You asked for more and NAFA delivers! For the 2019 Institute & Expo, NAFA has brought the workshops forward to Day One, Monday, April 15. Choose your segment, whether it's pharmaceutical, government, university, utility, or specific fleet functions. NAFA's slate of workshops cover a full range of topics which are suited to your needs. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547524&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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Looking at trends in weekly Manheim Market Report prices, February saw continued price depreciation similar to what we saw in January and at the end of last year but by the end of February, prices started to stabilize. Three-year-old vehicle values in aggregate depreciated at a faster pace than normal adding to the weak start of the year, but the most recent week points to stronger prices in March. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547947&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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In the news: In a hearing held by the House Ways & Means Committee on March 6, witnesses from transportation, business, and labor communities called for an increase in the motor fuels excise tax. Senator Tom Carper introduced legislation which would provide grant funding for the installation of electric vehicle charging stations and hydrogen fueling infrastructure along designated corridors across the National Highway System. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley and Ranking Member Ron Wyden introduced legislation which would retroactively extend tax provisions that expired at the end of 2017 and 2018 through the remainder of 2019. On March 4, the EPA sent a draft of its proposed rule to allow for the sale of E-15 blends of gasoline throughout the entire year to the Administration’s Office of Management and Budget for review. NAFA has signed onto a coalition letter addressed to House and Senate Appropriations leadership thanking them for increasing the FY 2019 funding allocated for Diesel Emissions Reductions Act program grants. FMCSA published proposed revisions to regulatory guidance concerning the commercial driver's license standards on March 7. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547532&issueID=60925 to view the full article online. |
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In the news: The House of Commons Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure, and Communities has announced that it is beginning a study on bus passenger safety. This comes at a time when various reports in Canada show that having seatbelts in school buses could increase safety for children, while other reports show that the status quo ensures enough safety. Transport Canada has launched a consultation on Cybersecurity of Automated and Connected Vehicles. The purpose is to seek stakeholder views on potential cybersecurity approaches for AV/CVs in areas including legislation and regulations; standards; guidance; information sharing; education and training; and testing and research. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547533&issueID=60925 to view the full article online. |
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As an exclusive benefit of membership, NAFA has developed a system for you to submit your law enforcement vehicle service concerns through the Association. NAFA will provide them to OEMs to discuss and provide solutions at a targeted session at the annual Institute & Expo. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547523&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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Tourette Syndrome isn’t often linked to fleet, however Stuart Ellis-Myers – a past NAFA Institute & Expo keynote speaker, three-year FLEXY Award emcee, and current board member of the NAFA Foundation – has found an intriguing way to incorporate them. If you book "Twitchy," as he's known, he will have his speaking fees donated to the NAFA Foundation - but hurry as only two bookings are available! Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547536&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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Do you want to employ individuals who know how to achieve ROI, can calculate TCO, and are ready on day one to "do fleet" the way you need it done? Are you looking for a job in fleet and mobility and want to speak to employers who need your skills? Updated weekly, NAFA's Career Network is the best place to get your career opportunities noticed. Fleet Technology Manager - Plano, Texas Fleet Services Manager - Irvine, Calif. Auto Mechanic - Temporary - Morrisville, N.C. Fleet Analyst - Aspen, Colo. Vehicle Repair and Fleet Manager - Ogden, Utah National Fleet & Commercial Sales Director Fleet & Facilities Coordinator - Lunenburg, Mass. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=547538&issueID=60925 to view the full article online.
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