Eaton to supply OEM with new 48-volt aftertreatment heater controller for emissions regulations
Eaton announced it has reached an agreement to supply its new 48-volt programmable aftertreatment heater controller for electrically heated catalysts to a global commercial vehicle manufacturer. Eaton did not name the OEM, but notes that rapidly warming up the diesel exhaust aftertreatment catalyst, and keeping it warm during low engine load operation, is essential for optimal performance
FleetDrive 360, Abbott partner to address FMCSA regulations
The companies plan to offer a fast method of scheduling drug tests and 72-hour results returns while maintaining compliance with FMCSA regulations.
Clean Freight Coalition addresses EPA emissions regulations efforts
Mullen went on to explain that congress and regulators should pursue policies that provide immediate emissions reductions.
Major fleet operators call on U.S. states to adopt zero-emissions regulations
The ACT rule will require significant growth in the production and sale of zero-emission trucks, vans, and other large commercial vehicles by 2035.
California approves regulation that ends combustion truck sales in 2036
Some fleet owners will have to transition a percentage of their vehicles by certain dates to meet expected zero-emission milestones.
Why this year will be the ‘Year of Fuel Efficiency’ regulations
Plus top takes on the CHIPS Bill, Repair Act and what this Congress can actually get done.
Amid changing regulations, mobile fueling can simplify adoption of sustainable fuels
The need for decarbonization in the transportation sector is clear. According to the EPA, transportation is now responsible for nearly one-third of U.S. GHG emissions, the majority of which (83%) are created by light-duty vehicles and medium- and heavy-duty trucks. In 2019, FedEx attributed 92% of the company’s carbon emissions footprint to its fleet. Less
Sensata Technologies meets commercial vehicle regulations
Sensata Technologies announced its Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) have been selected by multiple commercial tractor and trailer manufacturers to meet new and emerging vehicle standards and regulations worldwide. Specifically designed for the commercial vehicle market, Sensata’s TPMS solution is a complete system consisting of wireless sensors, receivers and an Electronic Control Unit (ECU) that communicates with the vehicle over
Fleet Advantage on the impact of decarbonization, GHG regulations and electrification on truck lifecycles
FE caught up with Fleet Advantage to talk about the latest developments in the truck market, how electrification and emissions goals will affect truck lifecycles, and a few other topics at the TMC Fall Meeting in Cleveland in September. Below is our Q&A with Al Barner, senior vice president of business development at Fleet Advantage.
Eaton to develop 48-volt technologies to better meet emissions regulations
Eaton announced that it has developed a series of 48-volt technologies to assist customers who may want to transition from traditional 12- and 24-volt vehicle systems to systems that include 48-volt architecture. These 48-volt systems can power new, advanced energy-consuming components and can help reduce emissions and improve fuel economy and performance, Eaton says. Most
