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Modern diesel fuel systems leave little room for contamination, deposits, or old maintenance habits. See why today’s HPCR engines demand a more proactive approach to fuel quality, injector health, and DPF protection.
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A hedging program can be an invaluable tool to help manage the price of fuel and offset the risk of adverse price movements.
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Fleet managers describe how the ability to track vehicle location, gas consumption, and preventive maintenance has benefited their fleets.
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The new 2007 ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel handles high temperatures while minimizing harmful emissions.
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Questions linger regarding the reliability and serviceability of the new powertrain’s emissions systems. However, the technology isn’t all that new; with a proven history of reliability, it is designed to minimally impact drivers and serviceability.
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Idling is a common concern for fleets trying to manage fuel consumption. With the help of the right anti-idling program, fleet managers can decrease fuel use and regulate fuel budgets.
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A food distribution company’s trucks are burning up their engines and too much fuel from continuous idling.Here’s how the fleet manager is attacking the problem.
Read More →LOUISVILLE, KY – Cummins's biodiesel B-20 blends have been approved for use in its 2002 and later emissions-compliant ISX, ISM, ISL, ISC, and ISB engines. This includes the recently released 2007 products.
Read More →PEORIA, IL – Caterpillar Inc. has received 2007 on-highway certification from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the C9 engine equipped with ACERT Technology. This technology positions Caterpillar to meet future EPA emissions regulations and provides a long-term emissions solution for the global on-highway engine market.
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LOUISVILLE, KY – Kenworth Truck Co. has released its new Kenworth T270 Class 6 hybrid-electric truck. While hybrid trucks are in their infancy, they show significant potential from a fuel economy and environmental perspective.
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Use of biodiesel is set to dramatically expand as production and availability rise. However, fleets are advised to stay within manufacturer recommendations when fueling new-model vehicles with the alternative fuel.
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