June 2018

As we continue to receive manufacturer ordering deadlines for the 2018 & 2019 model year, it is important to remember that all order cutoff dates are subject to change, sometimes without advance notice from the manufacturer. Please be aware that placing an order with a manufacturer on or before the scheduled cutoff date does not necessarily guarantee order fulfillment.

To help secure vehicles with preferred specifications, please submit your final orders as early as possible, or no later than 12:00PM two business days prior to the scheduled manufacturer cutoff date. Your ARI representative is on hand to assist you with your ordering needs.

For a full online schedule of manufacturer ordering deadlines and production dates, please visit the ARI website at http://www.arifleet.com click on the Resources tab and look for the Build-out / Start-up Dates link on the right-hand side of the page. Or click here: http://www.arifleet.com/resources/manufacturing- updates/build-out-start-up-dates/.

The following are the U.S. 2018 model year manufacturer ordering dates through September 1, 2018.

Make / Model 2018MY Final 2019MY Order Order Due Date Bank Opening Date 2018 Ford Escape & Ecosport 6/29/18 7/16/18 2018 Ford Expedition 6/29/18 7/18/18 2018 Lincoln Continental & Navigator 6/29/18 7/18/18 2018 LCF 3500 & 4500 Gas 6/30/18 6/21/18 2018 NV Cargo NV1500/NV2500/NV3500 & NV Passenger 6/30/18 7/1/18 2018 Nissan Kicks 7/1/18 7/15/18 2018 Subaru Forester 7/6/18 8/16/18 2018 Subaru BRZ 7/6/18 9/24/18

Make / Model 2018MY Final 2019MY Order Order Due Date Bank Opening Date 2018 Ford F-150 w/VSO 7/13/18 9/10/18 2018 Wrangler 7/19/18 9/13/18 2018 Chevrolet Malibu 7/26/18 8/2/18 2018 Nissan Maxima 7/31/18 8/1/18 2018 Ford F-150 8/10/18 8/12/18 2018 Mirai & RAV4 8/13/18 9/10/18 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 8/13/18 12/11/18 2019 Chevrolet Suburban 3500HD 8/30/18 TBD

Moving forward, 2018MY Chevrolet Malibu orders that are placed with package 1LT will automatically have option WPJ (Convenience Package) and option PZX (18” wheel) added to the order, for a total combined invoice price of $905.

WPJ Option package BTV – Remote Start DD8 – Dim mirror K16 – 120V outlet UDD – color IP K4C – wireless charge USS – dual USB N34/VY7 – Leather steering/shifter

PZX 18” wheel

RSC 17” Wheel – NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Also note that 2 LPO’s, S6P (Remote Start Kit) and PCM (Convenience Package 2) are not available with the WPJ Package.

FCA released a recall campaign for approximately 4.8 million , Jeep, and RAM models for vehicles that may not be able to disengage the cruise control. The first campaign (U49) will launch on Tuesday, May 29 and will include approximately 474,000 VINs. Each campaign will have a specific campaign number with a specific launch date. The remedy for each of the 9 campaigns is a software flash with no parts needed to fix the issue. FCA is advising drivers to not engage the cruise control until the software update

is completed. A list of the affected models will include 2015-2017 200, 2014-2018 Chrysler 300, 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2014-2018 Dodge Charger, 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, 2014-2018 Dodge Durango, 2014-2018 Jeep Cherokee, 2014-2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2018 Jeep Wrangler, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2014-2018 RAM 2500, 2014-2018 RAM 3500, 2014-2018 RAM 3500 Chassis Cab, and 2014-2018 RAM 4500/5500 Chassis Cab.

2019MY RAM 1500 that are powered by a 3.6-liter V6 or a 5.7-liter V8 with an optional 48-volt belt-starter generator have been delayed due to EPA certification issues. The belt-start generator is a fuel saving device that is standard with the V6. FCA began production on the redesigned RAM 1500 five months ago and currently they are only selling the 2WD and 4WD with the standard 5.7L Hemi V8. The RAM 1500 with the V6 engine represented about 20% of the trucks sales last model year, so FCA is pushing to meet the EPA regulations and get the vehicle on dealer lots. A new hybrid electric powertrain will be offered on the Ram 1500 by 2022.

FORD – Lincoln will bring back the Aviator large crossover vehicle, based on the Explorer platform with production starting in late 2018CY. It will likely replace the MKT model. The vehicle will be built on Lincoln’s new RWD platform and will be available with a standard twin-turbo gas engine or a plug-in hybrid version that will utilize the same engine. It will also come standard with Lincoln’s Co-Pilot360 driver-assist technology.

FCA – FCA CEO Sergio Marchionne announced that Chrysler will become a “people-mover” brand which would leave the Pacifica as its only model by 2022.

There are no plans to redesign the 300 and it will likely be discontinued by 2022.

The Charger will be freshened in 2019 to reduce the weight of the vehicle and improve fuel economy and the full redesign will happen in 2021 when it will be built on a revised platform.

GM – The new Silverado 4500HD/5500HD and 6500HD Medium Duty trucks are completely new and developed through a partnership between GM and Navistar international Corp. The trucks will be available in Regular Cab and Crew Cab configurations in 4X2 and 4X4 models, powered by a 350 hp 6.6-liter Duramax with 700 lb ft of torque mated to an . GM will expand their dealer network for Medium Duty from 240 to 400 dealers throughout the US.

These trucks will not be sold in Canada at this time.

For help in planning your fleet purchases and production tracking, you can access vital news from all the major vehicle manufacturers as it becomes available at http://www.arifleet.com. This webpage also offers current industry news including fleet sustainability information and driver safety tips. You can also find a monthly fuel cost report and announcements from ARI.

For a complete listing of the latest lead times, downtime and production delays, please visit http://www.arifleet.com/resources/manufacturing-updates/lead-times-downtime-production-delays/

Make Model Key Option / Model Configuration Delays and Constraints . (C****03/C****43 & GB8) HD Reg/Crew Cab & Mosaic 2500HD/3500HD Black Metallic Exterior Paint Pickup Chevrolet Silverado LD . (RVA) 22” Polished Aluminum Wheels . (PDM) High Country Deluxe . (01U/YK6) Special Paint or SEO’s Ford Medium Duty . Hood Mtd Mirror (BSJAB, BSJAG) 10/1/18 . U-HAUL 17,500 rear susp. (DZJEC) 11/5/18 . Tracking System (eWID) – Enterprise Wired in Device (FJRAB) 11/5/18 . Frame Rail Drill #2 (CWBAE) 10/1/18 . Frame Rail Drill #3 (CWBAE) 10/1/18 . Frame Rail Drill #4 (CWBAG) 11/5/18 . DU 85.78 S/T102W N/PWR BLK FH (102’ MIR) (BSHFH) 11/5/18 . Conti HDR2 rear tire 10/1/18

Pool vehicles may be re-invoiced to reflect any manufacturer volume incentives or other contractual discounts that may apply at the time of acquisition. Please contact your ARI representative for pricing assistance. For an online view of ARI’s current pool vehicle inventory, please visit http://www.arifleet.com/resources/manufacturing-updates/pool-vehicles/.

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