Unpacking NACFE’s confidence report on trailer aerodynamics
The North America Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), which partnered with the Carbon War Room (CWR) to form Trucking Efficiency, recently released a Confidence Report to provide an unbiased review of tractor aerodynamic technologies available on the market today, and to increase investment in cost-saving tractor aerodynamic technologies. Tractor aerodynamics increase fuel efficiency by lowering air
NACFE releases aerodynamic device Confidence Report
The latest Confidence Report released by the North American Council for Freight Efficiency and Carbon War Room (NACFE) explores the benefits and challenges of a variety of trailer aerodynamic devices. The per-vehicle fuel economy benefit of trailer aerodynamic devices can be high, ranging from 1% to over 10%, depending on the devices chosen. Most fleets
Early lessons learned from Run on Less – Electric DEPOT
Since September 11, data has been collected from 22 trucks operating out of 10 fleet depots. Here’s what we’ve learned so far.
Cummins produces 2.5 millionth engine at its Jamestown Engine Plant
President of Engine Business Srikanth Padmanabhan anticipates a bright future in trucking for natural gas and hydrogen powertrains.
Tire maintenance tips to avoid heavy-duty pressure points
Tire pressure, or a lack thereof, can be a significant driver of overall fuel consumption. In fact, research from NACFE reveals that a 0.5-1.0% increase in fuel consumption is seen in vehicles running with tires underinflated by just 10 PSI. It is important to note the council also found about one in five trailers are
Five truck trend takeaways from May
Your fleet’s role in facilitating the smooth and efficient movement of people and goods becomes paramount during this bustling period.
Hydrogen-powered mobility: Driving towards sustainable transport
It’s reassuring to know that there are a variety of technology choices available to support this transition, including natural gas.
Shell accelerates decarbonization efforts with unveiling of Starship 3.0 at ACT Expo
Shell’s Starship 3.0 features renewable natural gas and sustainable components.
Catch up on the news from TMC 2023 media day
Some call the Sunday before TMC a marathon while others call it back-to-back wind sprints. Whatever you call it, the result is the same: a deluge of truck industry news focused on service and uptime solutions. Sixteen press conferences brought news from every corner of trucking–from data-driven service solutions to suppliers updating their latest products.
We’re in the ‘Messy Middle’ of truck electrification, decarbonization
Here’s where NACFE says we’re going next.
