From Transport Topics Magazine – Truck and engine makers said that meeting the federal government’s greenhouse-gas standards that take effect in 2017 while still complying with the 2010 emissions rule is a difficult challenge and could result in more “hard programming†of engine settings and fewer choices for fleets in their tractors.
Mazda Motor Corp. will produce a subcompact vehicle for Toyota Motor Corp. at its new Mexican assembly plant starting in 2015, as the carmakers seek ways to boost North American output. From Automotive News
Analyze your fuel consumption trends. When miles-per-gallon falls, try to determine why. Did you encounter much more urban driving? Did your length of haul change? Â Fuel Tips by Overdrive
Optimize fuel purchases. Online software systems help maximize fuel savings by finding the cheapest locations to buy fuel. Systems such as this one from ProMiles compare fuel prices minus IFTA fuel taxes. Fuel Tips by Overdrive
Choose an aero-designed model for your next truck. Truck makers have perfected the design of the front bumper, hood, under-hood-breather, fenders, mirrors and other features to move air as smoothly as possible under, over and around the truck and trailer.
Use truck-routing tools. Choosing the shortest, most practical truck route can save hundreds of dollars a year in fuel. Spoken, turn-by-turn directions will take you directly to street-level addresses. With a navigation aid, savings of 10 miles or more a week is possible by eliminating out-of-route miles. Â Fuel Tips by Overdrive
Use tires with low rolling resistance. Deeper lug tires usually last longer, but the extended tread’s very slight movement is enough to decrease fuel economy. Shallower lugs decrease rolling resistance and give improved fuel. Fuel Tips by Overdrive
In an effort to alleviate fuel shortages in states impacted by Hurricane Sandy’s landfall last week, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration said Monday it is leading what it calls an “interstate petroleum transport team†that will “serve as a single
In Mitt Romney’s losing bid for the presidency, he still remained the top recipient of trucking contributions to political campaigns, with American Trucking Associations President Bill Graves ranked as the Republican nominee’s top trucking-oriented bundler nationwide. From CCJ
