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Hybrids: Electrification Without the Challenges

Hybrids bridge the gap between ICE vehicles and EVs, making them a smart choice for fleets that want to reduce emissions but aren’t ready to fully electrify. Hybrids, which are powered by internal combustion engines and electric motors, capture the benefits of electric power without the barriers many organizations find challenging.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterSeptember 19, 2015

2016 Ram 3500 6.7L Turbo Diesel

Ram Commercial has upgraded its 3500 dual rear-wheel pickup that's powered by a 6.7L Cummins inline-six turbo diesel. Several new features arrive for 2016, including an increase in towing capability to 31,200 pounds and LED bed lighting. Photos by Vince Taroc.

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ArticlesMarch 2, 2015

Trends in Refuse Truck Technology

Between lighter, quieter trucks, front-loading models, and cutting-edge fuel choices, refuse trucks are better than ever.

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ArticlesOctober 17, 2014

Ram ProMaster City: An Option for Right-sizing

With eight different configurations for the newest and smallest Ram van offering, the 2015 ProMaster city can be used by agencies looking to right-size and reduce costs.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterSeptember 23, 2014

Ford's Transit Prisoner Transport Concept

Ford has developed a Prisoner Transport Vehicle (PTV) concept version of its 2015 Transit full-size van with police upfitter Havis and input from law enforcement officers that serve on Ford's police advisory board. Read the full story here. Photos courtesy of Ford.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterSeptember 5, 2014

Charts: 2014 Public Fleet Overview

This overview provides information for nearly 200 public fleet survey respondents, including data about their customer departments, supervisors, outsourced services, and budget changes in the past year. Read the full story here.

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Videosby Staff WriterJuly 25, 2014

Ram ProMaster Walkaround

Chrysler's Fleet Government Program Manager David Callery gives a tour of the 2014 Ram ProMaster 3500, which appeared at this year's GFX. The ProMaster, which was introduced in late 2013, comes in three wheelbase lengths, two roof heights, and four overall lengths.

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Videosby Staff WriterJuly 7, 2014

Ford Transit Connect Wagon Walkaround

Ford's Government Sales Manager Steve Hoe shows off the 2014-MY Transit Connect Wagon, which is being used in van pools and other government fleets, at GFX 2014 in San Diego.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterMay 9, 2014

Dodge Charger Pursuit

Chrysler introduced the Dodge Charger Pursuit in 2006 as a Crown Vic competitor. Agencies who buy Chargers enthuse about the muscular V-8 HEMI and aggresive styling. View our gallery of in-service Chargers, and then read "The New Recruits: In-Service Cop Cars" for detailed stories of agencies using them. Photos provided by the respective agencies, Christopher Holmes, and Jay Baumgardner.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterMay 9, 2014

Ford's P.I. Utility

Ford's P.I. Utility SUV offers increased cargo capacity and a 75 mph rear-end crash rating to law enforcement agencies. View our gallery of in-service Ford P.I. Utility vehicles, and then read "The New Recruits: In-Service Cop Cars" for detailed stories of agencies using them. Photos provided by the respective agencies and Christopher Holmes.

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Articlesby Shelley MikaMarch 28, 2014

The Utility Vehicle Buyer’s Checklist

Utility vehicles fill a unique niche in a government's fleet — they can operate on rugged terrain, transport people while also performing work, and navigate tighter spaces than a traditional vehicle, whether inside a facility or out in the woods.

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