Trucking execs discuss ways to increase fuel efficiencyDiesel fuelsFuel consumptionPurchasingTrucks4 x 5 in.MCNALLY, SEANTransport Topics
1. Check the tire pressure Driving a vehicle with under-inflated tires of 8 pounds per square inch can increase fuel consumption by 4 per cent. Be sure to find the right tire pressure for your vehicle. 2. Remove the bicycle racks Aerodynamic drag like bike or roof racks can increase your...
To keep vehicles performing at their best, routine maintenance is necessary. Fuel efficiency issues can be found and fixed with the aid of proper maintenance. Regular tune-ups, oil changes, and air filter replacement can significantly reduce fuel usage. To increase fuel efficiency, it's also cru...
www.FuelEconomy.govis the government’s answer, but you’ve got to log in to their site to record your fill-ups. Try www.FuelFrog.com instead; they let you send a message via Twitter (SMS, email, etc.) to @fuelfrog (with your miles, price, and gallons) and they’ take care of...
Using data from the CareTrack telematics system, Volvo Fuel Efficiency Reports are a valuable tool to help customers maximise the fuel efficiency of their machines. Sensors on the machine monitor fuel consumption and reports are automatically compiled by Volvo’s pre-defined algorithms, presented in ...
Further fuel savings will remain a reality as manufacturers continue to use technology to improve vehicle aerodynamics, increase powertrain efficiency, push for automatic transmission, and reduce the vehicle’s rolling resistance. “Predictive cruise control and idle reduction technologies will have a posit...
10 WAYS TO CUT YOUR FUEL COSTS.. SUBTITLE: FUEL IS OFTEN THE LARGEST OPERATING EXPENSE OF A COMPANY. BUT THERE ARE SOME EASY WAYS TO INCREASE THE EFFICIENCY OF YOUR VEHICLES, STARTING WITH... A Fleet - 《Automotive Fleet》 被引量: 0发表: 2001年 ...
Air carriers need all the help they can get. Rising fuel prices put enormous pressure on the bottom line and operators seek new and better ways to squeeze more fuel economy out of their existing fleets.
Running the air conditioner is the biggest drain of any auxiliary feature in a passenger vehicle. Using it can increase fuel consumption by 5% to 20%, depending on the type of vehicle and the way it is driven. Don't use AC as a fan to simply circulate air. Instead, use the vent sett...
Regular maintenance is key to maximizing your vehicle's fuel efficiency. The cruise control feature reduces gas consumption. Use it when you can. Rapid acceleration, and high speeds in general, use more gas. Avoid rush hour if you can. ...