Fuel efficiency:alternatively powered vehicles
While diesel is expected to remain the dominant fuel type used in commercial vehicles for the foreseeable future, truck and engine manufacturers are actively exploring alternative fuels
In the news
North America’s largest gathering of vocational trucks and transportation equipment––The Work Truck Show 2009 held in early March in Chicago—featured displays by 490 exhibitors this year.
Image and Efficiency
Mixing the old with the new, Dean Brennan Transport is bringing highly efficient solutions into its fleet
ArvinMeritor delivers hybrid diesel-electric Class 8 truck to key partner
ArvinMeritor Inc. announced that the company presented Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Bentonville, Ark., with a prototype heavy-duty truck equipped with the first Meritor diesel-electric drivetrain.
Ready for prime time: hydraulic hybrids
Announcing its decision to field seven hydraulic hybrid vehicles (HHV) — the first fleet application of the technology — UPS disclosed some significant data on road testing
Long distance opportunities: telematics
Held annually in Williamsburg, Va., the Electric Utility Fleet Managers Conference (EUFMC) strives to provide fleet managers with information on the latest technologies available for vehicles and shop operations.
Fuel economy: aerodynamics
How do truck OEMs develop effective aerodynamic vehicle designs to further improve fuel economy?
No-idling solutions for cab comfort
No-idling solutions save money and keep drivers comfortable.
Emission control – 2010
Whether the choice is SCR or enhanced EGR, suppliers describe their solutions as ‘proven technology’
Application Specific: Alternatively Powered Vehicles
During the recent Hybrid Truck & Alternative Fuels Ride-and-Drive held at The Work Truck Show 2008, attendees had the opportunity to test drive as many as 14 new hybrid and alternative fueled vehicles (AFVs).