Fleets, industry leaders react to new fuel efficiency standards
Recently, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released their final Greenhouse Gas Phase 2 regulations requiring increased efficiency and fuel economy in the medium- and heavy-duty vehicle sector from 2019 to 2027. The standards include phased-in reductions of up to 25% in GHG emissions from tractors and vocational
Hybrid electric conversion systems continue to catch on
There are two indications of the growing use of the hybrid electric powertrain for new and existing Class 2 to 6 commercial vehicles offered by XL Hybrids Inc. One is the recent announcement that the company raised $10.5 million in venture funding. The other is the Boston-based company’s impressive customer list, which now includes FedEx
Delivering efficiently
PepsiCo North America Beverages is fielding fleet technology that helps improve productivity and fuel efficiency, and enhance cost effectiveness.
Alternative fuel vehicle financing
While fuel-efficient technology may be the best option to help fleets reduce costs and improve air quality, financing alternative fuel vehicles can be challenging.
SAF-Holland receives Supplier of the Year Award
PepsiCo North America Beverages has named SAF-Holland as a Supplier of the Year for its introduction of the new CBX40 with Auto-PosiLift trailer slider air suspension.
Honored for SmartWay success
Several SmartWay partners recently were recognized as Champions for the important contributions they’ve made in advancing innovative strategies that save fuel, reduce emissions and improve economic sustainability.
Partnership encourages fleet fuel reduction
Propane-powered vehicles are a viable alternative for light- and medium-duty fleets. While managers of these fleets are undoubtedly already familiar with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Vehicle Technology Program’s "Clean Cities" initiative, a new opportunity to reduce fuel use by incorporating alternative fuel vehicles and fuel-saving measures into their daily operations may not be
Full-service leasing still a strong option under proposed accounting rules
Sometime between the middle and the end of 2011, the U.S. Financial Accounting Standards Board and the International Accounting Standards Board are expected to issue new lease accounting standards. These new standards will impact the financial statement presentation of leases. The biggest expected change is elimination of off-balance sheet treatment of leases currently classified as