Idling reduction
An overview of technologies designed to help fleets reduce idling of heavy-duty commercial vehicles.
Auxiliary Power Unit Update
APUs are becoming commonplace, with more and more fleets either installing aftermarket units or opting for factory-installed units when ordering new trucks.
Employing idle reduction technologies
Best practices in reducing truck idling can save fuel and reduce emissions.
Mid-America Trucking Show round-up
New products introduced at this year’s Mid-America Trucking Show seem to be a sign of increasing economic growth and renewed confidence.
NITE Phoenix has excellent cooling capacity
Bergstrom said its new NITE Phoenix is a battery-powered no-idle solution designed to keep drivers cool and comfortable in the hottest climates. The unit uses comparable levels of battery power as other no-idle solutions, but as a result of its larger compressor it keeps drivers cooler and runs longer.
Fuel efficiency: Auxiliary HVAC and Power Systems
Fleets have been specifying a variety of onboard auxiliary systems.
Image and Efficiency
Mixing the old with the new, Dean Brennan Transport is bringing highly efficient solutions into its fleet
No-idling solutions for cab comfort
No-idling solutions save money and keep drivers comfortable.
Freightliner models selected for EPA’s SmartWay program
Two Freightliner 2008 truck models – the Columbia and the Century Class S/T – were selected by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as fuel-saving vehicles worthy of its new SmartWay designation. In conjunction with this, Freightliner is rolling out two new spec packages that allow operators to take advantage of the fuel and emissions savings laid out by the SmartWay program.
Shutting down idling
As fuel cost rise and more states and municipalities regulate idling time, finding ways to provide creature comforts for drivers with the engine off is more important than ever.