Is your fleet’s fuel efficiency improving?
How do you really know that you’ve improved your fleet’s efficiency? On practically every page of any given issue of Fleet Equipment, we detail all the latest equipment options that aim to boost fleet efficiency—from engine and aerodynamic improvements to telematics and service solutions. As a fleet manager, you’re looking for any and every edge over
Roll on, efficiency: Tires and fuel efficiency
Any time we talk about increasing the trailer part of the fuel efficiency equation, the conversation immediately turns to aerodynamics and light-weighting. But let’s not forget that the proposed rule making also mentions low rolling resistance tires and tire pressure systems. The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) and the North American Council for Freight
Fuel efficiency options: Looking to application to inform your specs
“With the cost of equipment today, typically one of the first questions raised by our full service lease customers is about fuel efficient specifications,” says Paul Rosa, senior vice president of procurement and fleet planning at Penske Truck Leasing. “Customers always weigh the idea of whether or not a spec is the right fit for
Stemco develops ‘real-world’ fuel efficiency test for Trailertail technology
Stemco has announced it has developed a new fuel efficiency testing technology for TrailerTail aerodynamic equipment. The real world DataLogger test is designed to provided fleets with an inexpensive and fast method of testing the fuel efficiency of TrailerTail technology using a fleet’s own truck, trailer and driver. The palm-sized DataLogger (developed in partnership with IOSiX
Cummins supports national rulemaking to improve fuel efficiency, reduce GHG
Cummins Inc. expressed support for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) second phase of national fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas (GHG) emission regulations for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. The agencies released a joint proposal to set new standards well into the next decade for engines, on-highway tractors,
Fuel efficiency and the electrical system
In the heavy-duty trucking industry, fuel costs are one of the biggest operational expenses fleets encounter, second to payroll. Purkeys chief engineer, Dale Henningson explains, “The engine powers the alternator, which is where electrical energy originates so all of the electrical power comes from the fuel of the truck.” An efficient electrical system will consume
Investing in aerodynamics to improve fuel efficiency
Wind resistance is a total drag—literally. Wind resistance is one of the top forces working against the truck as it runs down the road. (The other factors being: grade resistance; tire rolling resistance; and engine accessory and/or drivetrain losses, according to Cummins MPG Guide: “Secrets of better fuel economy”.) Did you know that every 2%
Seven tips to improve fuel efficiency
Fuel cost is one of the biggest challenges fleet managers face, according to fleet management company Omnitracs. In its recently published infographic “Don’t Be Fuelish: The Ultimate Guide to Lowering Fleet Fuel Costs”, Omnitracs offered seven tips and tricks to improve fuel efficiency and lower fuel costs. The infographic references data from the EPA, Cummins,
International Truck launches Prostar ES fuel efficiency package
International Truck announced a new fuel efficiency package for the International ProStar—the International ProStar ES. The ES, short for efficiency specification, offers industry-leading aerodynamics, a drivetrain with advanced downspeeding and the most efficient rear axles in the industry, according to the manufacturer. In addition, it boasts the spec’ing expertise of International’s Performance Engineering Team and
Fuel efficiency, driver retention efforts pay off for Central Trucking Inc.
Among the goals that Mark Roberts, president of CTI Logistics Inc., has for his family-owned company’s fleet are two that he says are definitely keys to success. “Hanging on to good drivers and generating the best possible fuel consumption are ongoing challenges,” he states. “In today’s economic environment, and with rates where they are, it’s
