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April 4, 2008

Daimler Chair and GM Vice Chair Discuss Fuel Reduction

DETROIT – Daimler AG Chairman Dieter Zetsche and General Motors Corp. Vice Chairman Robert A. Lutz recently discussed the financial aspects of environmentally friendly cars, why diesel engines haven't caught on in the U.S. the way they have in Europe, and other issues, with The Wall Street Journal's (WSJ) Jeffrey Ball.

Tags: CAFE, daimler, diesel engines , GM, Lutz, Smart car, Wall Street Journal, Zetsche

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The Credit Crisis Impact on Fleet? Look to 1973 for Clues

By Mike Antich
Fuel prices hit record highs. The cost of financing a fleet doubles. Used-vehicle values plummet. Dealers are unable to sell the vehicles they have in inventory. Geopolitically, the U.S. is embroiled in war and the macro-economy teeters on recession. If you think I'm talking about 2008, think again. The year was 1973.

Used-Vehicle Market Nosedives in October: More Downward Movement Anticipated

By Mike Antich
October was an extremely difficult month to remarket vehicles in the wholesale market as resale prices took a precipitous drop. Wholesale pricing, based on mixed mileage and seasonally adjusted, declined a record 6 percent in October. The lack of credit to both dealers and retail buyers has been the key catalyst contributing to the downturn in the wholesale market. The market forecast is gloomy until the credit gridlock is resolved.

Don't Let Drivers Grow Complacent with Lower Fuel Prices

By Mike Antich

94% of Fleet Managers Don’t Know the Whereabouts of Their Fleet Vehicles

By Mike Antich

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Auto Fleet - January 2008

In This Issue:
Reimbursement Special Report, Mike Albert Celebrates Golden Anniversary, How Will Future Residual Values Impact Hybrid Lifecycle and much more…