Environmental Commitment
Viewed as a critical part of its sustainability efforts, Coca-Cola Enterprises is expanding its fleet of hybrid-electric delivery trucks in North America. Last spring, the world’s largest manufacturer and distributor of Coca-Cola products placed an order for 150 Kenworth T370 diesel-electric hybrid tractors and 35 T370 hybrid trucks. In December 2009, the company announced it
Ready, set, go
Firmly focused on fuel economy, General Motors has announced that all of its 2010 Chevrolet and GMC V-8 powered trucks now feature variable valve timing (VVT). The addition of VVT to the 4.8- and 5.3-L truck V-8s completes the OEM’s truck small block V-8 lineup, which also includes 6.0- and 6.2-L engines. VVT technology, GM
Plugging in
As fleet vehicle purchasing announcements go, it is certainly one that makes you sit up and take notice. FPL Group Inc., the parent company of Florida Power & Light Co., and Duke Energy, which serves customers in five states, announced plans to transition their fleets to plug-in hybrid or all-electric vehicles (PEVs). The joint commitment,
Tweaks can reduce fuel consumption
Making a few small adjustments in day-to-day operations can yield big savings. Here are a few tips and techniques from Telargo, a provider of mobile asset management solutions. • Train drivers – A properly trained driver can be a company’s best asset in the fight to increase vehicle fuel efficiency. Provide drivers with the most
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Mohawk Truck Inc.’s Christopher Tate takes top honors
Peterbilt introduces new Model 348
Peterbilt Motors Co. unveiled the new Model 348 that the company said is designed for Class 7 and Class 8 specialty applications that require durability and a wide range of option content. The new truck offers a GVW beginning at 35,000 lbs. and optional capacity ratings to suit specialty vocations such as construction, petroleum delivery, refuse and utility vocations, Peterbilt said.
An all-aluminum cab is lightweight for fuel efficiency and corrosion resistant for durability. The new lowered and slanted side window beltline increases the view outside the passenger side window, Peterbilt noted.
A full range of retrofit alt-fuel vehicles
A new program to retrofit walk-in van chassis with hybrid-electric systems is one of Freightliner’s latest alternative-powered vehicle offerings.
Changing dynamics
“Economic, social and global issues, as well as industry dynamics, aredriving change,” related Jim Carney, executive director of the NationalTruck Equipment Association (NTEA).
Fuel efficiency: Reefer engines
As fuel prices rise again, notes Ron Kemm, director of marketing atXTRA Lease, refrigeration unit fuel efficiency becomes increasinglymore important to customers.
Fuel efficiency: Auxiliary HVAC and Power Systems
Fleets have been specifying a variety of onboard auxiliary systems.