Fleets, tires and fuel economy
Every fleet is looking at all viable options for both the tractor and trailer when it comes to fuel economy. So what are these options and do they offer a short return on investment?
2012 Shell Rotella SuperRigs calendar available
The 2012 calendar includes many of the winners from this year’s Shell Rotella SuperRigs, which took place at the Kenly 95 Petro in Kenly, N.C. Also included is a handy dashboard mini calendar to keep inside a truck.
Selecting fleet fuels
This month, I’ll further explain how I developed last month’s perspective on fleet fuel selection. Diesel fuel is my choice when it comes to maximizing fuel economy, because it is so energy efficient. No other hydrocarbon packs so much energy in so little space, and improved fuel economy significantly reduces crude oil imports. Energy forecasters
Consider all aspects of a fleet tire program
"Iridescent" is a word you probably haven’t associated with your tire program. However, it may describe a concept fleet managers should be thinking about when considering outsourcing and maintenance. Iridescent is defined as "displaying a variety of different colors that change when viewed from different angles." With different "angles" impacting our industry today, here are
Selecting fuels for your fleet – now and in the future
I’m certainly glad I don’t manage a fleet. Selecting fleet fuels is a difficult job in the best of times, but how can you do it properly in the midst of all the recent discussions and turmoil? For some fleets, stockholders insist that your fleet is "green," yet your operation must show a profit. Environmental
Understanding truck tires and air pressure
Since loads vary by wheel position, using the load/inflation tables published by any tire manufacturer will determine the proper tire pressure based on the specific load.
Luber-finer product catalogs serve as reference tools
The following Luber-finer filtration product catalogs can be accessed online: Automotive and Light Trucks Applications catalog; Medium/Heavy-Duty Applications catalog; and Cross Reference and Principal Applications catalog. The interactive catalogs give users one-click access to the most popular brands, fastest-moving part numbers and millions of applications in the automotive industry.
Valvoline UltraMax is for heavy-duty diesel equipment
Valvoline’s UltraMax product line has two new offerings: UltraMax Heavy Duty Engine Oil SAE 10W-40, which offers high temperature film thickness and low temperature pumpability for extended wear protection; and UltraMax Diesel Fuel Injector Cleaner, which cleans harmful deposits from the entire fuel injection system.
Comdata launches cardless fueling program for fleets
The company said its new cardless fueling solution for travel centers and transportation companies uses radio frequency identification technology to initiate transactions at the fuel terminal, instead of requiring the presence of a card to facilitate the process.
The need for a national energy policy
Let’s discuss unintended consequences of our lack of a national energy policy, and point out the need to develop one ASAP. The Chinese are competing with us for natural resources. China represents 9.4% of the world’s economy, yet the country is currently purchasing 46.9% of the world’s coal, 47% of the world’s iron ore and
Exploring the future of pneumatic truck tires
What will the commercial over-the-road truck tire (or its worthy replacement) look like in 10 to 20 years? Although we can’t evaluate currently unknown innovations, we can look at developments in other tire types: race, passenger car, aircraft, military and other niche market applications. We now have run-flat passenger car tires that have successfully obsoleted
Rislone fuel injector cleaner maximizes vehicle power, mileage
Rislone Fuel Injector Cleaner with Upper Cylinder Lubricant combines a unique blend of additives to clean and lubricate the entire fuel system and protect the engine. UCL lubricates the fuel system, starting in the fuel tank and fuel lines, where it helps prevent rust and corrosion. It also lubricates and protects the fuel pump for longer life and quieter operation, the company said.