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      <title>Study: How 2026&apos;s Gas Price Hikes Affect Different Vehicle Types</title>
      <description><![CDATA[New data from iSeeCars reveals how rising fuel costs have affected different vehicle segments as gasoline prices climbed nearly 46% over the past four months.]]></description>
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      <title>NAFA Fleet Safety Symposium to Collocate With 2026 Fleet Forward Conference </title>
      <description><![CDATA[The daylong certificate program will precede the Fleet Forward Conference at the Gaylord National Harbor in Maryland.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[The Merchants Fleet CEO will discuss the changing expectations and strategic role of today’s fleet leaders. ]]></description>
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      <title>Turn Fleet Data Into Smarter Decisions</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Fleet leaders have access to more operational data than ever, but disconnected systems and unclear metrics often slow decision-making instead of improving it. This article outlines five practical steps fleets can take to transform fragmented data into actionable insights that improve planning, safety, utilization, and long-term performance. ]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 07:00:30 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>What NASCAR Pit Crews and Fleet Teams Have in Common</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Fleetio’s partnership with 23XI Racing highlights parallels between motorsports and fleet management, from preventative maintenance to communication and uptime.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 17:00:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Emkay Through the Years: 80 Years of Innovation &amp; Partnership</title>
      <description><![CDATA[From vintage office photos and early dealership roots to modern fleet technology and an 80th anniversary celebration, this gallery traces Emkay's journey across generations.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 13:24:59 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[Gemini integration and new Google Maps immersive navigation tools are slated for upcoming Volvo EV models, including the EX60.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Automotive Fleet Hall of Fame Inductee Ray Breault Passes at 95</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 20:51:57 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Why Union Leasing Rebranded to Moventum Fleet Management</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Mark Hogland discusses Union Leasing’s transition to Moventum Fleet Management and how the rebrand reflects the company’s growing focus on strategic fleet management and lifecycle support.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 12:05:34 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
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      <title>The 2027 Volkswagen Lineup</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Volkswagen recently released details on the 2027 lineup, which includes a variety of new features for the vehicles.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 12:00:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>2026 Kia EV6 Arrives With Lower Pricing, New Charging Features</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Kia lowered pricing for the 2026 EV6 lineup while adding standard charging equipment, Plug & Charge capability, and updated color options.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:04:58 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>2027 BMW iX3 Starts at $61,500 With Up to 434 Miles of Range</title>
      <description><![CDATA[BMW priced the 2027 iX3 50 xDrive at $61,500 and said the new EV SUV will offer up to 434 miles of range, 800V fast charging, and a new-generation operating system when deliveries begin in September.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:04:32 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Union Leasing Rebrands as Moventum Fleet Management</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The name Moventum reflects the company’s position at the intersection of movement and momentum, with the guiding principle "Keep Work Moving."]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:30:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>How Connected Vehicle Data Is Lifting Fleet Resale Values</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A vehicle health score could improve the value of fleet vehicles at remarketing. The path to a universal standard is forming, and fleets that understand the process early will be better positioned when it arrives.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/digital-cover-features/how-connected-vehicle-data-is-lifting-fleet-resale-values</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:05:46 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
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      <title>How Fleets Are Doing More with Less in 2026 | AF News Recap</title>
      <description><![CDATA[In this news recap, host Faith Howell covers the ethics of AI, replacement delays, and how one company is streamlining uptime.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:56:11 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Faith Howell</dc:creator>
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      <title>Hybrids: Electrification Without the Challenges</title>
      <description><![CDATA[For fleet managers, fuel is one of the biggest line items in the budget — and it's one hybrids can shrink without changing how your people work. Download the eBook to see the numbers, understand the technology, and get a step-by-step guide to making the switch.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 20:31:05 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> The Distractions You Can’t Turn Off: What Drivers Face Outside the Vehicle</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Fleet drivers face constant visual, cognitive, and environmental interruptions the moment they hit the road. From roadside chaos to mental fatigue and digital overload, today’s biggest driving risks often come from outside the vehicle itself.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/the-distractions-you-cant-turn-off-what-drivers-face-outside-the-vehicle</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 14:32:25 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Judie Nuskey</dc:creator>
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      <title>How NOV Uses Telematics to Improve Fleet Safety Across 160 Locations</title>
      <description><![CDATA[James Victory of NOV discusses how the company manages fleet safety, maintenance, and telematics across more than 150 locations supporting oilfield operations throughout the U.S.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/how-nov-uses-telematics-to-improve-fleet-safety-across-160-locations</link>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 17:22:35 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
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      <title>Fleet Meets: Steven Santostasi</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This edition of the Fleet Meets series features Steven Santostasi, the current TSP channel manager for Ford Pro. ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/fleet-meets-steven-santostasi</link>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 15:00:14 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Faith Howell</dc:creator>
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      <title>FLASH Weather AI Launches First Deep-Learning Hail Prediction Model With High-Resolution Forecasting</title>
      <description><![CDATA[FLASH Weather AI has launched a first-of-its-kind hail prediction model capable of forecasting hail size and arrival time at 1-kilometer resolution up to 55 minutes ahead, giving fleets and insurers critical time to prepare for severe storms.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:44:58 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>John Poindexter Shares Product Launches, Growth Strategy for 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[After a major acquisition, JB Poindexter’s CEO outlines what’s next, from smarter camera systems to early AI integration, and whether more deals are on the horizon.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/john-poindexter-shares-product-launches-growth-strategy-for-2026</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:00:14 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">Truck Upfitting</category>
      <category domain="tag">J.B. Poindexter</category>
      <category domain="category">Upfitting</category>
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      <title>Inside Emkay&apos;s 80th Anniversary Celebration [Watch] </title>
      <description><![CDATA[EMKAY recently celebrated a major milestone: 80 years in the fleet industry.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/inside-emkays-80th-anniversary-celebration-watch</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/inside-emkays-80th-anniversary-celebration-watch</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:31:55 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Vehicle Research</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="category">Vehicle Research</category>
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      <title>Why Fleet Managers Are Replacing Departmental Vehicles with Shared Motor Pools</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Departmentally assigned vehicles often create hidden costs through underutilization, poor visibility, and increased administrative burden. This white paper explores how shared motor pool strategies help fleets reduce costs, improve accountability, and optimize vehicle utilization.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/whitepapers/why-fleet-managers-are-replacing-departmental-vehicles-with-shared-motor-pools</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/whitepapers/why-fleet-managers-are-replacing-departmental-vehicles-with-shared-motor-pools</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:00:14 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Operations</category>
      <category domain="content-type">whitepapers</category>
      <category domain="tag">Agile Fleet</category>
      <category domain="tag">eBook: AF-Group A</category>
      <category domain="tag">eBook: AF-Group B</category>
      <category domain="category">Global Fleet</category>
      <category domain="category">Operations</category>
      <category domain="category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
      <category domain="category">Vehicle Research</category>
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      <title>Soap Box Derby Challenge: Assembling the Crew</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Meet Gabriel, Matthew, and Angel — the team helping bring this soap box derby build to life.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/soap-box-derby-challenge-assembling-the-crew</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/soap-box-derby-challenge-assembling-the-crew</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:37:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Operations</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">Soap Box Derby</category>
      <category domain="tag">The Hourglass Foundation</category>
      <category domain="tag">workforce development</category>
      <category domain="category">Operations</category>
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      <title>How Coca-Cola United Protects Its Fleet from Growing Legal Risk</title>
      <description><![CDATA[As litigation risk rises, vehicles are increasingly targeted. This Coca-Cola bottler shares how it’s reducing exposure through driver training, technology, and a proactive risk management approach.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/how-coca-cola-united-protects-its-fleet-from-growing-legal-risk</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/how-coca-cola-united-protects-its-fleet-from-growing-legal-risk</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:26:16 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Safety</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">risk management</category>
      <category domain="tag">driver training</category>
      <category domain="tag">vehicle technology</category>
      <category domain="tag">fleet management</category>
      <category domain="tag">vicarious liability</category>
      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
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      <title>How to Speak the Same Language on Fleet Safety</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Drivers, supervisors, and data often speak different safety “languages.” Getting on the same page will drive better results.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/how-to-speak-the-same-language-on-fleet-safety</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/how-to-speak-the-same-language-on-fleet-safety</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 12:00:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">drivers</category>
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      <category domain="tag">safety culture</category>
      <category domain="tag">communication</category>
      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
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      <title>Wholesale Used Vehicle Prices Slightly Up In April</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Iranian conflict and rising gas prices inject much uncertainty into the future wholesale used vehicle markets, as higher gas prices soak up spendable income from vehicle buyers.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/wholesale-used-vehicle-prices-slightly-up-in-april</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 21:00:14 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Wholesale Values</category>
      <category domain="tag">Wholesale Vehicles</category>
      <category domain="tag">Used Vehicle Prices</category>
      <category domain="tag">Used Vehicle Values</category>
      <category domain="tag">Manheim Index</category>
      <category domain="category">Remarketing</category>
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      <title>Fleet Cybersecurity 101: What You Need from Your Technology Vendors</title>
      <description><![CDATA[From identity management to third-party certifications, the right technology partner should make security easier to manage. Here are the three building blocks that fleet managers need to stay in control as connected systems scale.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/fleet-cybersecurity-101-what-you-need-from-your-technology-vendors</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/fleet-cybersecurity-101-what-you-need-from-your-technology-vendors</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:00:13 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Jeanny Roa</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Safety</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
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      <title>From Storm Response to Data Strategy: Fleet Trends to Watch | AF News Recap</title>
      <description><![CDATA[In this AF news recap, host Faith Howell covers this week's most pressing industry updates.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/from-storm-response-to-data-strategy-fleet-trends-to-watch-af-news-recap</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/from-storm-response-to-data-strategy-fleet-trends-to-watch-af-news-recap</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:52:31 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Faith Howell</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">Disaster Preparation</category>
      <category domain="tag">fleet managers</category>
      <category domain="tag">telematics</category>
      <category domain="tag">vehicle sales</category>
      <category domain="tag">AF Weekly News Recap</category>
      <category domain="category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
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      <title> CAR2026: James McKinley Wins Value Champion of the Year</title>
      <description><![CDATA[James McKinley of City Rent a Truck was named the inaugural Fleet Value Champion at the CAR Conference for his data-driven approach to fleet lifecycle management and vehicle remarketing.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/car2026-james-mckinley-wins-value-champion-of-the-year</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/car2026-james-mckinley-wins-value-champion-of-the-year</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:20:34 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">fleet remarketing</category>
      <category domain="tag">vehicle valuation</category>
      <category domain="tag">Vehicle Lifecycles</category>
      <category domain="category">Remarketing</category>
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      <title>How One Company is Streamlining Fleet Upfit, Titling, &amp; Delivery</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Anew Solutions CEO Austin Schutte joins AF on the Move to discuss fleet upfitting, delivery logistics, and the importance of speed to completion in today’s fleet operations.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/how-one-company-is-streamlining-fleet-upfit-titling-delivery</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/how-one-company-is-streamlining-fleet-upfit-titling-delivery</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:59:06 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Upfitting</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">fleet management</category>
      <category domain="tag">solutions</category>
      <category domain="tag">delivery</category>
      <category domain="tag">Upfitters</category>
      <category domain="category">Upfitting</category>
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      <title>How Does a Mid-Major FMC Compete? Ask BBL Fleet </title>
      <description><![CDATA[This Pittsburgh-based FMC built a technology-first culture, sustained double-digit organic growth, and expanded its Midwest footprint through a recent acquisition. How did it happen?]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/how-does-a-mid-major-fmc-compete-ask-bbl-fleet</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/how-does-a-mid-major-fmc-compete-ask-bbl-fleet</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 15:55:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Leasing</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">BBL Fleet</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Management Companies</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Financing</category>
      <category domain="tag">Full-Service Leasing</category>
      <category domain="category">Leasing</category>
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      <title>CAR2026: Eric Autenrieth Wins Remarketer of the Year</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Eric Autenrieth was recognized at this year's CAR Conference as the Remarketer of the Year.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/car2026-eric-autenrieth-wins-remarketer-of-the-year</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/car2026-eric-autenrieth-wins-remarketer-of-the-year</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 15:16:23 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">fleet remarketing</category>
      <category domain="tag">industry recognition</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Conference of Automotive Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="category">Remarketing</category>
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      <title>BBL Fleet Acquires Velcor Leasing Corporation</title>
      <description><![CDATA[BBL Fleet expanded its footprint in the fleet management industry with the acquisition of Velcor Leasing Corporation of Madison through a stock purchase agreement finalized Feb. 27, 2026.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/bbl-fleet-acquires-velcor-leasing-corporation</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/bbl-fleet-acquires-velcor-leasing-corporation</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:56:08 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">merger</category>
      <category domain="category">Operations</category>
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      <title>Report: 36% of Fleet Managers Are Delaying Replacements </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Element’s 2026 Market Pulse Report finds fleets are slowing replacement cycles amid tariffs, economic uncertainty, and rising costs.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/report-36-of-fleet-managers-are-delaying-replacements</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/report-36-of-fleet-managers-are-delaying-replacements</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:13 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Element Fleet Management</category>
      <category domain="tag">Replacement Cycles</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Purchasing Outlook</category>
      <category domain="tag">Tariffs</category>
      <category domain="tag">Cost Control</category>
      <category domain="category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
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      <title>CAR2026: Lawrence Knapp Wins Consignor of the Year</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Lawrence Knapp won the Cosigner of the Year award at this year's CAR Conference.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/car2026-lawrence-knapp-wins-consignor-of-the-year</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/car2026-lawrence-knapp-wins-consignor-of-the-year</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:54:36 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">Conference of Automotive Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="tag">Awards</category>
      <category domain="category">Remarketing</category>
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      <title>Lytx Introduces New AI Fleet Technologies at Protect 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The company introduced new AI-driven fleet safety and operations technologies during its annual user conference.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/lytx-introduces-new-ai-fleet-technologies-at-protect-2026</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/lytx-introduces-new-ai-fleet-technologies-at-protect-2026</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:34:54 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Operations</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Fleet Forward</category>
      <category domain="tag">fleet technology</category>
      <category domain="category">Operations</category>
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      <title>2026 CAR Awards Celebrate Industry Excellence</title>
      <description><![CDATA[CAR’s annual Fleet Remarketing Awards opened a reimagined 2026 conference designed to bridge the worlds of fleet management and automotive remarketing.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/2026-car-awards-celebrate-industry-excellence</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/2026-car-awards-celebrate-industry-excellence</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 15:00:13 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Faith Howell</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Conference of Automotive Remarketing</category>
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      <category domain="category">Remarketing</category>
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      <title>California Adopts Sweeping New Autonomous Vehicle Regulations</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Updated DMV rules open the door for heavy-duty AV testing and deployment while strengthening safety standards, emergency response coordination, and manufacturer accountability.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/california-adopts-sweeping-new-autonomous-vehicle-regulations</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/california-adopts-sweeping-new-autonomous-vehicle-regulations</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 14:32:02 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="main-category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
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      <title>Mercedes-Benz Introduces All-New Electric C-Class</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Mercedes-Benz introduces an all-electric C-Class with dual motors, up to 482 hp, fast charging, and a redesigned interior built on a dedicated EV platform.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/mercedes-benz-introduces-all-new-electric-c-class</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/mercedes-benz-introduces-all-new-electric-c-class</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 13:40:05 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Vehicle Research</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Mercedes-Benz</category>
      <category domain="tag">Sustainability</category>
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      <title>Fleet Costs Are Rising: Here’s How Leaders Are Responding</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Fleet leaders are under pressure to reduce costs, adapt to economic uncertainty, and make smarter decisions. See how peers across North America are responding with real data, proven strategies, and forward-looking insights. Download the 2026 Market Pulse Report to benchmark your strategy and uncover where you can gain an edge.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/whitepapers/fleet-costs-are-rising-heres-how-leaders-are-responding</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/whitepapers/fleet-costs-are-rising-heres-how-leaders-are-responding</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 07:00:13 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
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      <category domain="tag">eBook: AF-Group A</category>
      <category domain="category">Global Fleet</category>
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      <bbm:companyName>Element Fleet Management</bbm:companyName>
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      <title>May Fuel Update: All Regions Experience Declines</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Gas prices are finally easing in much of the country, but experts warn global tensions could quickly reverse the trend as the national average remains well above last month’s levels.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/may-fuel-update-prices-spike-again-across-the-nation</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/may-fuel-update-prices-spike-again-across-the-nation</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:09:07 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Faith Howell</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Fuel</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fuel Prices</category>
      <category domain="tag">summer fuel prices</category>
      <category domain="category">Fuel</category>
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      <title>Commercial Fleet Sales Show Healthy Gains</title>
      <description><![CDATA[So far, the fleet sector is outshining government and rental fleet sales this year as economic growth spurs more business investment.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/commercial-fleet-sales-show-healthy-gains</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/commercial-fleet-sales-show-healthy-gains</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:49 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Martin Romjue</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Vehicle Research</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="category">Vehicle Research</category>
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      <title> Inside the CAR2026 Awards: Leaders, Legacy &amp; What’s Next</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Here's a look inside the awards ceremony at the CAR Conference, where industry leaders reflected on the growth, impact, and future of automotive remarketing.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/inside-the-car2026-awards-leaders-legacy-whats-next-v2</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/inside-the-car2026-awards-leaders-legacy-whats-next-v2</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="tag">Conference of Automotive Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="tag">Awards</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Forward</category>
      <category domain="category">Remarketing</category>
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      <title>From Waffle House to AI: Fleet Trends You Need to Know</title>
      <description><![CDATA[In this AF news recap, host Faith Howell covers how Waffle House stepped up during disaster response and new AI tech on the market.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/from-waffle-house-to-ai-fleet-trends-you-need-to-know</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/from-waffle-house-to-ai-fleet-trends-you-need-to-know</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 20:12:45 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Faith Howell</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Operations</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">AF Weekly News Recap</category>
      <category domain="tag">Disaster Preparation</category>
      <category domain="tag">technology</category>
      <category domain="tag">Extreme Weather</category>
      <category domain="category">Operations</category>
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      <title>From Storm Prep to Emergency Response: The Growing Role of Telematics in Disaster Management</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Telematics is transforming disaster response by giving fleets real-time visibility, improving routing, readiness, and coordination when every second counts.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/from-storm-prep-to-emergency-response-the-growing-role-of-telematics-in-disaster-management</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/from-storm-prep-to-emergency-response-the-growing-role-of-telematics-in-disaster-management</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 15:10:21 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Disaster Response</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">Disaster Preparation</category>
      <category domain="tag">Disaster Response</category>
      <category domain="tag">emergency preparedness</category>
      <category domain="tag">telematics</category>
      <category domain="tag">real-time information</category>
      <category domain="tag">Extreme Weather</category>
      <category domain="category">Disaster Response</category>
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      <title>Disaster Readiness Is Not a Fleet Count, It’s a Stress Test of the Whole System</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Fleet readiness isn’t about your vehicle count. It’s about condition, capacity, and whether your system can actually perform under stress.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/disaster-readiness-is-not-a-fleet-count-its-a-stress-test-of-the-whole-system</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/disaster-readiness-is-not-a-fleet-count-its-a-stress-test-of-the-whole-system</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 12:20:21 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Lauren Fletcher</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Disaster Response/Hurricane</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">Disaster Preparation</category>
      <category domain="tag">Extreme Weather</category>
      <category domain="tag">fleet management</category>
      <category domain="tag">operational efficiency</category>
      <category domain="category">Disaster Response</category>
      <category domain="category">Hurricane</category>
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      <title>IIHS Brings Commercial Vehicle Safety Analysis to 2026 Fleet Forward Conference Stage</title>
      <description><![CDATA[IIHS President David Harkey will share early findings from new testing of delivery vans, pickups, and work trucks — and what the data means for fleet safety decisions.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/iihs-brings-commercial-vehicle-safety-analysis-to-2026-fleet-forward-conference-stage</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/iihs-brings-commercial-vehicle-safety-analysis-to-2026-fleet-forward-conference-stage</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:48:02 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Fleet Forward</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Forward Conference</category>
      <category domain="tag">Crash Avoidance Technologies</category>
      <category domain="tag">IIHS</category>
      <category domain="tag">Active Safety Systems</category>
      <category domain="category">Fleet Forward</category>
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      <title>Hyundai Motor Introduces IONIQ 3 Aero Hatch EV with Focus on Space, Design, and Technology</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/hyundai-motor-introduces-ioniq-3-aero-hatch-ev-with-focus-on-space-design-and-technology</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/hyundai-motor-introduces-ioniq-3-aero-hatch-ev-with-focus-on-space-design-and-technology</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:35:53 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Vehicle Research</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Hyundai</category>
      <category domain="tag">Charging</category>
      <category domain="tag">zero emissions</category>
      <category domain="category">Vehicle Research</category>
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      <title>Stellantis Taps Hyundai Exec to Lead U.S. Sales</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Effective April 22, Jeep maker Stellantis has named Michael Orange as vice president of U.S Sales.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/stellantis-taps-hyundai-exec-to-lead-us-sales</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/stellantis-taps-hyundai-exec-to-lead-us-sales</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:46:51 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Faith Howell</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Stellantis</category>
      <category domain="tag">Company Leadership</category>
      <category domain="category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
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      <title>Reducing Risk by Eliminating Phone Use Behind the Wheel</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Distracted driving remains one of the most persistent risks in fleet operations. New approaches focus on removing mobile device use entirely while adding real-time safety support.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/reducing-risk-by-eliminating-phone-use-behind-the-wheel</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/reducing-risk-by-eliminating-phone-use-behind-the-wheel</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:13:19 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Safety</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">Cell Phone Use</category>
      <category domain="tag">Driver Risk Management</category>
      <category domain="tag">LifeSaver Mobile</category>
      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
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      <title>The Predictive Pivot: How AI and Data Are Redefining Auto Logistics in 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[AI is no longer a luxury but the baseline for profitability in 2026. Auto haulers that adopt these tools now will quickly outpace those that use manual workflows or take a wait-and-see approach. ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/digital-cover-features/the-predictive-pivot-how-ai-and-data-are-redefining-auto-logistics-in-2026</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/digital-cover-features/the-predictive-pivot-how-ai-and-data-are-redefining-auto-logistics-in-2026</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="content-type">digital-cover-features</category>
      <category domain="tag">Carriers</category>
      <category domain="tag">Shippers</category>
      <category domain="tag">Auto Haulers</category>
      <category domain="tag">Carrier Logistics</category>
      <category domain="tag">Logistics Providers</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Management</category>
      <category domain="category">Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="category">Telematics</category>
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      <title>Fleet Manager or Data Strategist? You’re Both</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The job hasn’t changed, but the expectations have. Do you have a plan on how to use AI to thrive?  ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/digital-cover-features/fleet-manager-or-data-strategist-youre-both</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/digital-cover-features/fleet-manager-or-data-strategist-youre-both</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Fleet Forward</category>
      <category domain="content-type">digital-cover-features</category>
      <category domain="tag">AI</category>
      <category domain="tag">Artificial Intelligence</category>
      <category domain="tag">ChatGPT</category>
      <category domain="tag">Data Analytics</category>
      <category domain="tag">Data Management</category>
      <category domain="category">Fleet Forward</category>
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      <title>Fleet Operations in the Age of AI: Navigating Ethical and Legal Challenges </title>
      <description><![CDATA[AI is no longer a future concept for fleets—it’s already embedded in the tools, data, and decisions that operators rely on every day. In this episode of the Fleet Forward Podcast, recorded live at Fleet Forward, industry leaders take the conversation beyond hype to examine what responsible AI adoption really looks like in fleet operations. ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/podcasts/fleet-operations-in-the-age-of-ai-navigating-ethical-and-legal-challenges</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/podcasts/fleet-operations-in-the-age-of-ai-navigating-ethical-and-legal-challenges</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:49:47 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Operations</category>
      <category domain="content-type">podcasts</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Manangement</category>
      <category domain="tag">AI</category>
      <category domain="tag">AT&amp;T</category>
      <category domain="category">Operations</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto/ffp-episode-6-thumbnail_1777911299021_dnktxo.png"/>
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      <title>Factory Installed vs. Aftermarket: Choosing the Right Telematics Path &amp; Managing the Data</title>
      <description><![CDATA[As fleets rethink how they capture, manage, and act on vehicle data, telematics is at a major inflection point. In this episode of the Fleet Forward Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most pressing questions facing fleet leaders today: Should you rely on OEM factory-installed connectivity, aftermarket devices, or a hybrid of both? ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/podcasts/factory-installed-vs-aftermarket-choosing-the-right-telematics-path-managing-the-data</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/podcasts/factory-installed-vs-aftermarket-choosing-the-right-telematics-path-managing-the-data</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:27:50 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Operations</category>
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      <category domain="tag">OEM Telematics</category>
      <category domain="tag">AT&amp;T</category>
      <category domain="tag">Telematics</category>
      <category domain="tag">podcast</category>
      <category domain="category">Operations</category>
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      <title>What Real-Time Data Reveals About EV Cost, Performance, and Scalability</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Experts from telematics analytics, fleet-as-a-service operations, and national EV benchmarking share how real-time data is reshaping fleet strategy—dispelling assumptions, validating best practices, and exposing costly missteps.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/podcasts/what-real-time-data-reveals-about-ev-cost-performance-and-scalability</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/podcasts/what-real-time-data-reveals-about-ev-cost-performance-and-scalability</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:22:15 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Operations</category>
      <category domain="content-type">podcasts</category>
      <category domain="tag">Maintenance Management</category>
      <category domain="tag">AT&amp;T</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fuel</category>
      <category domain="tag">podcast</category>
      <category domain="tag">EVs</category>
      <category domain="category">Operations</category>
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      <title>Planning Through Policy Shifts: What Fleets Must Track in 2026</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A powerhouse panel featuring experts from the American Automotive Leasing Association, CalSTART, and municipal fleet leadership dives into the realities of navigating shifting emissions rules, regulatory waivers, federal agency actions, the future of the EPA’s endangerment finding, and the push for unified standards. They also examine the impacts of tariffs, autonomous vehicle policy, battery innovation, and the accelerating global EV market. ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/podcasts/planning-through-policy-shifts-what-fleets-must-track-in-2026</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/podcasts/planning-through-policy-shifts-what-fleets-must-track-in-2026</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:17:09 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Operations</category>
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      <category domain="tag">AT&amp;T</category>
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      <category domain="tag">policymaking</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Management Software</category>
      <category domain="category">Operations</category>
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      <title>Managing Market Turbulence with Strategic Fleet Insights</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This episode kicks off with a deep dive into the technologies and market forces reshaping today’s fleet landscape. Host Chris Brown is joined by Laolu Adeola (Leke Services), Tyson Jomini (J.D. Power), and Richard Hall (ZappiRide) to break down real-world data, shifting incentives, and practical strategies fleet leaders can use right now.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/podcasts/managing-market-turbulence-with-strategic-fleet-insights</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/podcasts/managing-market-turbulence-with-strategic-fleet-insights</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:06:31 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Operations</category>
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      <category domain="tag">EVs</category>
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      <title>How Fleets Keep Fuel Flowing During Disasters</title>
      <description><![CDATA[U.S. Bank Voyager explains the most common fleet payment failures during emergencies and how proactive planning helps keep vehicles moving when conditions deteriorate.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/how-fleets-keep-fuel-flowing-during-disasters</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/how-fleets-keep-fuel-flowing-during-disasters</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:41:05 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Disaster Response</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">Natural Disasters</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fuel Cards</category>
      <category domain="tag">Disaster Relief</category>
      <category domain="tag">Tornado</category>
      <category domain="tag">Wildfires</category>
      <category domain="tag">Flooding</category>
      <category domain="tag">Disaster Response</category>
      <category domain="tag">Earthquakes</category>
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      <category domain="category">Disaster Response</category>
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      <title>The Waffle House Effect: How They Impacted How Storms are Measured While Keeping Hot Meals Ready</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Why one restaurant chain became a benchmark for disaster response and what fleets can learn about readiness, operations, and recovery.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/the-waffle-house-effect-how-they-impacted-how-storms-are-measured-while-keeping-hot-meals-ready</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/the-waffle-house-effect-how-they-impacted-how-storms-are-measured-while-keeping-hot-meals-ready</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Jeanny Roa</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">crisis strategy</category>
      <category domain="tag">Wildfires</category>
      <category domain="tag">Flooding</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Hurricanes</category>
      <category domain="tag">Winter Weather</category>
      <category domain="tag">Tornado</category>
      <category domain="tag">Natural Disasters</category>
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      <category domain="tag">crisis management</category>
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      <title>Adapting Fleet Policy When Disasters Strike</title>
      <description><![CDATA[In the middle of natural disasters fleet managers must shift priorities to protect people and assets. What policy items should be loosened, and when should the line be held? ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/adapting-fleet-policy-when-disasters-strike</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/adapting-fleet-policy-when-disasters-strike</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:05:57 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Disaster Response</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">Personal Use</category>
      <category domain="tag">Storm Response</category>
      <category domain="tag">policymaking</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fuel Spend</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fuel Cards</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Flood</category>
      <category domain="tag">Wild Fire</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Hurricane</category>
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      <category domain="category">Operations</category>
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      <title>CAR 2026 Recap Part 2: Closing the Gap Between Data &amp; Remarketing Value</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The second half of CAR 2026 examined how fleets can translate lifecycle strategy, vehicle data, and market shifts into higher real-world results.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/car-2026-recap-part-2-closing-the-gap-between-data-remarketing-value</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/car-2026-recap-part-2-closing-the-gap-between-data-remarketing-value</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:05:07 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Remarketing</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Vehicle Resale Values</category>
      <category domain="tag">Conference of Automotive Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="tag">Data Analytics</category>
      <category domain="tag">CAR</category>
      <category domain="category">Remarketing</category>
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      <title>Personnel Update: Montway Auto, ACERTUS, Clean Energy Fuels, and PrePass</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Montway, ACERTUS, Clean Energy Fuels, and PrePass announce executive hires and leadership transitions focused on growth, customer experience, and strategic expansion.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/personnel-update-montway-auto-acertus-clean-energy-fuels-and-prepass</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/personnel-update-montway-auto-acertus-clean-energy-fuels-and-prepass</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Faith Howell</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Personnel</category>
      <category domain="tag">Company Leadership</category>
      <category domain="category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
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      <title>April Fuel Update: Prices Climb Above $4 as Spring Surge Accelerates</title>
      <description><![CDATA[National average jumps to $4.04 per gallon, up sharply from last year, with West Coast prices topping $5 and further increases expected amid rising oil tensions.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/april-fuel-update-gas-prices-soar-in-light-of-oil-shock</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/april-fuel-update-gas-prices-soar-in-light-of-oil-shock</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Faith Howell</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">Fuel</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fuel Prices</category>
      <category domain="tag">Crude Oil Prices</category>
      <category domain="category">Fuel</category>
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      <title>Matt Dyer Says Fleet Is Now a Revenue Driver — What Does That Mean for 2026? </title>
      <description><![CDATA[As costs and complexity escalate, Merchants Fleet’s CEO outlines how fleets must rethink uptime and TCO to drive business performance.  ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/matt-dyer-says-fleet-is-now-a-revenue-driver-what-does-that-mean-for-2026</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/matt-dyer-says-fleet-is-now-a-revenue-driver-what-does-that-mean-for-2026</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Forward</category>
      <category domain="tag">Merchants Fleet</category>
      <category domain="tag">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
      <category domain="category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
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      <title>CAR2026 in Two Words: Velocity, Value (Part 1)</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The 2026 Conference of Automotive Remarketing convened with a mandate to involve a new constituency — fleet managers — and an updated mission to demonstrate unrealized value in de-fleeted vehicles. ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/car2026-in-two-words-velocity-value-part-1</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/car2026-in-two-words-velocity-value-part-1</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:56:58 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">CAR</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Events</category>
      <category domain="tag">Conference of Automotive Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="tag">NAFA I&amp;E</category>
      <category domain="tag">Auctions</category>
      <category domain="category">Remarketing</category>
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      <title>Nominations Are Open for the 2026 Awards! </title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Hall of Fame, Visionary, and Fleet Manager of the Year award nominations are officially live. Don't miss your chance to recognize someone deserving.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/nominations-are-open-for-the-2026-awards</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/nominations-are-open-for-the-2026-awards</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Faith Howell</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Fleet Forward</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Hall of Fame</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Manager of the Year</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Visionary Award</category>
      <category domain="category">Fleet Forward</category>
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      <title>CARA Appoints Johan Verbois as Executive Director</title>
      <description><![CDATA[CARA recently opened up a part-time executive director position and appointed Johan Verbois for the role.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/cara-appoints-johan-verbois-as-executive-director</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/cara-appoints-johan-verbois-as-executive-director</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Forward</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="tag">New Leadership</category>
      <category domain="category">Vehicle Research</category>
      <category domain="category">Remarketing</category>
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      <title>Tips from Fleet Managers on Saving Fuel Costs</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Fleet leaders share practical strategies to reduce fuel spend through smarter policy, routing, and driver guidance.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/tips-from-fleet-managers-on-saving-fuel-costs</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/tips-from-fleet-managers-on-saving-fuel-costs</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Faith Howell</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Fuel</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">Sustainability</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fuel Costs</category>
      <category domain="tag">Leadership Insights</category>
      <category domain="category">Fuel</category>
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      <title>EV Reality Check: How Fleets Are Managing Policy Shifts, Safety, and Scaling Challenges</title>
      <description><![CDATA[In this episode, fleet leaders from municipal, university, and private-sector organizations share a candid EV reality check. From infrastructure setbacks and policy whiplash to grant funding, total cost of ownership, and charging resiliency, this conversation dives into what it actually takes to scale electrification in the real world. ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/podcasts/ev-reality-check-how-fleets-are-managing-policy-shifts-safety-and-scaling-challenges</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/podcasts/ev-reality-check-how-fleets-are-managing-policy-shifts-safety-and-scaling-challenges</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:45:31 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Operations</category>
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      <category domain="tag">EVs</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Forward</category>
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      <title>Fleet Manager of the Year Winners Over the Years</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Edward J. Bobit Fleet Manager of the Year award honors commercial fleet managers whose leadership, innovation, and business acumen have advanced the profession.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/fleet-manager-of-the-year-winners-over-the-years</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/fleet-manager-of-the-year-winners-over-the-years</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Fleet Forward</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">Company Leadership</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet History</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Manager of the Year</category>
      <category domain="tag">Awards</category>
      <category domain="category">Fleet Forward</category>
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      <title>What’s Really Happening in Fleet Supply Right Now</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Fleet supply has improved, but not everywhere. Merchants Fleet’s Charles Matthew explains where constraints still exist, what risks are emerging, and why fleets shouldn’t wait to place orders.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/whats-really-happening-in-fleet-supply-right-now</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/whats-really-happening-in-fleet-supply-right-now</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:56:12 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Leasing</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">Cargo Vans</category>
      <category domain="tag">EPA 2027</category>
      <category domain="tag">Hybrids</category>
      <category domain="tag">Ram ProMaster City</category>
      <category domain="category">Leasing</category>
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      <title>Subaru Unveils New Electric SUV, a Three-Row 2027 Subaru Getaway</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Subaru introduces the all-electric 2027 Getaway, a three-row SUV with 420 hp, over 300 miles of range, and fast-charging capability, expanding its EV lineup.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/subaru-unveils-new-electric-suv-a-three-row-2027-subaru-getaway</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/subaru-unveils-new-electric-suv-a-three-row-2027-subaru-getaway</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:24:31 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Vehicle Research</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Electric SUVs</category>
      <category domain="tag">Sustainability</category>
      <category domain="tag">Subaru</category>
      <category domain="category">Vehicle Research</category>
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      <title>Navigating Brundlefly and Fleet AI at 2026 NAFA I&amp;E</title>
      <description><![CDATA[AI is becoming the operating layer for fleets. In Cleveland, the buzz was about harnessing AI in an increasingly complex, permanently disrupted environment. ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/blogposts/navigating-brundlefly-and-fleet-ai-at-2026-nafa-ie</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/blogposts/navigating-brundlefly-and-fleet-ai-at-2026-nafa-ie</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:41:47 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="content-type">blogposts</category>
      <category domain="tag">NAFA I&amp;E</category>
      <category domain="tag">economic outlook</category>
      <category domain="tag">NAFA</category>
      <category domain="tag">AI</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Events</category>
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      <title>Vehicle Management Systems Introduces Virtual Fleet Manager</title>
      <description><![CDATA[VMS recently launched an AI-first fleet platform that streamlines system design, organizes data, and supports decision-making.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/vehicle-management-systems-introduces-virtual-fleet-manager</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/vehicle-management-systems-introduces-virtual-fleet-manager</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Fleet Forward</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Vehicle Management Systems (VMS)</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Operations</category>
      <category domain="tag">AI</category>
      <category domain="category">Fleet Forward</category>
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      <title>GM Envolve Changes Name to GM Fleet</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The GM Fleet name aligns to how customers identify us and it also helps with discoverability, the company said.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/gm-envolve-changes-name-to-gm-fleet</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/gm-envolve-changes-name-to-gm-fleet</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:40:02 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Vehicle Research</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">GM Envolve</category>
      <category domain="tag">rebranding</category>
      <category domain="tag">GM</category>
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      <category domain="category">Vehicle Research</category>
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      <title>WEX Launches Solution to Close EV At-Home Charging Visibility Gap</title>
      <description><![CDATA[At NAFA I&E 2026, WEX debuted an EV solution that adds a layer of verification to help fleets track, validate, and trust every at-home charging dollar.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/wex-launches-solution-to-close-ev-at-home-charging-visibility-gap</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/wex-launches-solution-to-close-ev-at-home-charging-visibility-gap</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="main-category">Vehicle Research</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">EV Home Charging</category>
      <category domain="tag">Electric Vehicles</category>
      <category domain="tag">Sustainability</category>
      <category domain="tag">WEX</category>
      <category domain="category">Vehicle Research</category>
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      <title>LightMetrics Launches Cloud AI Layer to Reduce False Driver Safety Alerts</title>
      <description><![CDATA[New FP platform filters dashcam alerts before they reach fleet managers, aiming to cut false positives, improve trust, and streamline safety coaching.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/lightmetrics-launches-cloud-ai-layer-to-reduce-false-driver-safety-alerts</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/lightmetrics-launches-cloud-ai-layer-to-reduce-false-driver-safety-alerts</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Fleet Forward</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Safety</category>
      <category domain="tag">AI Dashcam</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Management Software</category>
      <category domain="category">Fleet Forward</category>
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      <title>Fleet Hall of Fame Honorees Through the Years</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A running list of the fleet industry’s most influential leaders, recognized for their lasting impact on commercial fleet management.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/fleet-hall-of-fame-honorees-through-the-years</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/fleet-hall-of-fame-honorees-through-the-years</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Operations</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">Awards</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Hall of Fame</category>
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      <title>Why 2026 Changes Everything | AF Weekly News Recap</title>
      <description><![CDATA[In this week's AF news recap, host Faith Howell covers the top stories from this week that reveal where fleet is going in 2026.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/why-2026-changes-everything-af-weekly-news-recap</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/videos/why-2026-changes-everything-af-weekly-news-recap</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Faith Howell</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">State of the Fleet Industry</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">AF Weekly News Recap</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Forward</category>
      <category domain="tag">LeasePlan</category>
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      <title>Launch of Fleet Remarketing Association Signals New Era for Vehicle Lifecycle Value and Data Stewardship</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Association, dedicated to advancing the remarketing phase of the vehicle lifecycle, held its kick-off meeting on April 16 at the 2026 Conference of Automotive Remarketing (CAR) in Cleveland. ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/launch-of-fleet-remarketing-association-signals-new-era-for-vehicle-lifecycle-value-and-data-stewardship</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/launch-of-fleet-remarketing-association-signals-new-era-for-vehicle-lifecycle-value-and-data-stewardship</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:54:36 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Remarketing</category>
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      <category domain="tag">TCO</category>
      <category domain="tag">Conference of Automotive Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="tag">Industry Associations</category>
      <category domain="tag">CAR</category>
      <category domain="category">Remarketing</category>
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      <title>2026 Salary Survey: Six-Figure Fleet Manager Salaries Become the Norm </title>
      <description><![CDATA[After a decade of lagging compensation, fleet manager pay is climbing. But expanding responsibilities, larger fleets, and growing complexity continue to redefine the role.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/2026-salary-survey-six-figure-fleet-manager-salaries-become-the-norm</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/2026-salary-survey-six-figure-fleet-manager-salaries-become-the-norm</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:32:57 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Operations</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">Personnel</category>
      <category domain="tag">Salary Surveys</category>
      <category domain="tag">Salary</category>
      <category domain="tag">hiring</category>
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      <title>March Used Vehicle Inventory Falls To Lowest Since 2019</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Franchised and independent dealers had a total of 1.95 million used vehicles in stock in March, the lowest on record in the current data set.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/march-used-vehicle-inventory-falls-to-lowest-since-2019</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/march-used-vehicle-inventory-falls-to-lowest-since-2019</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Days Supply</category>
      <category domain="tag">Used Vehicle Prices</category>
      <category domain="tag">Used Vehicle Sales</category>
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      <title>The Hidden Pain in Fleet Repair</title>
      <description><![CDATA[BBM research insights reveal that budget headaches might be less about costs than fleet pros think. ]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Shell Fleet Solutions Partners with Hightowers Petroleum Company</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This collaboration brings together Shell’s scale and expertise with HPC’s merchant-funded discount network and certified minority owned supplier credentials.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:16:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Fleetio Wins People&apos;s Choice Award at NAFA&apos;s 2026 Expo</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:37:15 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The New Mercedes-Benz GLE Brings More Power and Intelligence</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:44:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Morgan Truck Body Appoints New Company Leaders</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Morgan Truck Body is installing new leadership, naming Vik Shah president following the retirement of Corby Stover. The changes add deep manufacturing expertise to support continued growth and operational execution.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:12:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NETS Appoints Art Kinsman as Chief Strategy Officer</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS) has tapped Art Kinsman for a new leadership role as Chief Strategy Officer.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Florida Power &amp; Light Wins Best Commercial Fleet at NAFA I&amp;E</title>
      <description><![CDATA[NAFA honors the industry’s best at the 2026 I&E, with Florida Power & Light earning the top spot among commercial fleets.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Distracted Driving in the Age of Smart Tech – Part 2</title>
      <description><![CDATA[As distraction risks evolve, fleets are turning to smarter, more connected technologies to better understand what’s happening behind the wheel. Part 2 explores how these tools are helping identify risky behaviors and improve visibility across operations.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/distracted-driving-in-the-age-of-smart-tech-part-2</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:36:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Jeanny Roa</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">insurance costs</category>
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      <title>Agero Aquires Urgently</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Agero is acquiring Urgently, combining two tech-driven roadside assistance providers. The deal expands AI-powered dispatch, data capabilities, and service scale across fleet and mobility markets.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/agero-aquires-urgently</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/agero-aquires-urgently</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:23:12 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
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      <title>Brett Lippel Named CEO of AVILOO North America</title>
      <description><![CDATA[AVILOO recently appointed Brett Lippel as CEO of its North American operations with the intent to drive nationwide adoption of advanced battery-testing tech.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/brett-lippel-named-ceo-of-aviloo-north-america</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>PARS Appoints Caroline Costello as Vice President of Sales and Client Relations</title>
      <description><![CDATA[PARS has appointed Caroline Costello as vice president of sales and client relations, where she will oversee sales strategy, client engagement, and account management as the company continues to expand its fleet logistics services.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/pars-appoints-caroline-costello-as-vice-president-of-sales-and-client-relations</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Data Rights, Risks, and Responsibilities After a Crash</title>
      <description><![CDATA[What fleets capture to improve safety can also expose them in litigation, forcing leaders to rethink how data is managed, stored, and shared.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/when-fleet-data-becomes-evidence-rights-risks-and-responsibilities-after-a-crash</link>
      <guid>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/when-fleet-data-becomes-evidence-rights-risks-and-responsibilities-after-a-crash</guid>
      <pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:53:25 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Jeanny Roa</dc:creator>
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      <title>From Distraction to Detection: Strengthening Awareness in Fleet Drivers</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Distracted driving is often measured by what we can see—phones in hand, eyes off the road. But what about the distractions we can’t? A recent incident raises a bigger question about awareness, attention, and why subtle risks so often go unnoticed.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/from-distraction-to-detection-strengthening-awareness-in-fleet-drivers</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Judie Nuskey</dc:creator>
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      <title>Call for Nominations: 2026 Fleet Manager of the Year Award</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Nominations are now open for one of the fleet industry’s most prestigious honors—the Edward J. Bobit Professional Fleet Manager of the Year Award. Recognizing leaders who drive innovation, safety, and measurable impact, this award celebrates the very best in fleet management.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/news/call-for-nominations-2026-fleet-manager-of-the-year-award</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>When Fuel Runs Out, the Fleet Plan Falls Apart</title>
      <description><![CDATA[When disaster hits, fleets fail on fuel, power, and idle planning. See the energy gaps fleet managers need to fix before the next storm.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/when-fuel-runs-out-the-fleet-plan-falls-apart</link>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:44:58 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Lauren Fletcher</dc:creator>
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      <title>The Missing Data Point in Disaster Response</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Human reports fill the gaps that telematics can’t during disasters. Here’s how fleets can use structured input (not social chaos) to respond faster and safer.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/the-missing-data-point-in-disaster-response</link>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:00:31 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Lauren Fletcher</dc:creator>
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      <title>2026 Is an Inflection Point for Autonomy, If Policy Keeps Pace</title>
      <description><![CDATA[After years of hype and setbacks, autonomy is back on track. But policy, not technology, will determine how fast fleets can deploy them.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.automotive-fleet.com/articles/2026-is-an-inflection-point-for-autonomy-if-policy-keeps-pace</link>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:30:59 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Chris Brown</dc:creator>
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