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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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Articlesby Thi DaoMarch 28, 2014

6 Questions About the 2015 Ford F-150

The truck's body is made of high-strength, military-­grade aluminum alloy, which Ford says will not only reduce weight but also improve payload, towing, and fuel efficiency.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterMarch 13, 2014

ConExpo-Con/Agg 2014

The ConExpo-Con/Agg convention, held every three years, was in Las Vegas on March 4-8, 2014. The event brought out more than 2,000 vendors this year and more than 120,000 resgisterations in total. This was the second-highest attendance in the event's history. ConExpo-Con/Agg focuses on the latest equipment, technology and products for construction, utility, mining, and other related industries. Photos by Chris Wolski

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterNovember 20, 2013

California 2014-MY Police Vehicle Tests

Each year, law enforcement agencies in Michigan and Southern California evaluate new pursuit-rated police vehicles from the upcoming model year. This month, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department tested 21 sedans, SUVs, and motorcycles from the 2014 model year. Read the full story here. Photos by Paul Clinton.

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ArticlesNovember 13, 2013

Electric Motorcycles on Patrol

While it's unlikely that all-electric cars will replace their gasoline-powered counterparts for law enforcement patrol duty, smaller electric vehicles have made inroads into police fleets.

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Articlesby Paul ClintonNovember 6, 2013

How to Use Police Vehicle Tests

The agencies that test new model-year, pursuit-rated vehicles offer complementary evaluations and differing methodologies that give them equal weight among vehicle purchasers.

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Articlesby Paul ClintonNovember 5, 2013

AWD Police Vehicles Gain Traction

Traditionally, police vehicles have arrived for duty with rear-wheel or front-wheel drive. Starting with the 2015 model year, Chrysler, Ford, and General Motors will offer at least one police vehicle in an all-wheel or four-wheel-drive configuration.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterJuly 19, 2013

MEMA 2013 Vehicle & Equipment Showcase

The Municipal Equipment Maintenance Association (MEMA) held its annual vehicle and equipment showcase in Culver City, Calif., on July 18.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterJune 21, 2013

2013 Government Fleet Expo & Conference (GFX)

The following gallery shows a number of photos from the 2013 Government Fleet Expo & Conference, held June 10 -12, in San Antonio, Texas.

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Articlesby Thi DaoJune 11, 2013

Police Vehicles: A Look Back

As police fleets search for their next patrol car, Government Fleet provides a brief review of popular police vehicles from the past, as well as current offerings from automakers.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterJune 10, 2013

Police Vehicles: A Look Back

As police fleets search for their next patrol car, Government Fleet provides a brief review of popular police vehicles from the past.

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