EIA reports 5.8% year-to-year decline in US GHG emissions in 2009; 4.3% drop in transportation sector although vehicle miles travelled increased
VMT rose slightly in 2009 while emissions from gasoline
and diesel fuel declined, a result EIA attributes as a likely result of more efficient vehicles and increased consumption of biofuels. Click to enlarge.
Total US greenhouse gas (GHG) emission…
Graves Tells Congressional Panel Trucking Needs Affordable Diesel Fuel
American Trucking Associations President Bill Graves told a House of Representatives panel Thursday that policymakers need to ensure the trucking industry has access to affordable diesel.
Chevrolet Mi-ray Roadster concept features hybrid “Mid-Electric” propulsion system
Chevrolet introduced the Mi-ray concept at the 2011 Seoul Motor Show. The Mi-ray, developed at the GM Advanced Design Studio in Seoul, combines hybrid propulsion technology and advanced styling.
The Mi-Ray concept. Click to enlarge.
The Mi-ray f…
Love’s truck stop opens
A new stop with 43 spaces for trucks has opened in Pueblo, Colo.
Navistar details market expansion
Navistar is the only heavy-duty engine maker using exhaust gas recirculation without selective catalytic reduction to meet federal emissions regulations.
Navistar details market expansion
Navistar is the only heavy-duty engine maker using exhaust gas recirculation without selective catalytic reduction to meet federal emissions regulations.
MATS Equipment Vendors See Stronger Truck Market
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Vendors at the Mid-America Trucking Show said that the growing U.S. economy will support a stronger truck equipment market this year and for the next few years, at least.
#MATS: Renamed Meritor enhances Q Plus brake, 14X suspension
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A new look Meritor was at the Mid-America Trucking Show this week, showcasing improvements to its Q Plus brake and 14X suspension. [Full Story]
#MATS: Cummins shares secrets to thriving in a vertically integrated world
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Cummins president and COO Tom Linebarger shared some insight prior to the Mid-America Trucking Show on how the independent engine manufacturer plans to remain relevant as OEMs move towards greater vertical integration. [Full Story]
A123Systems targeting stop-start/micro-hybrid market with 12V Li-ion Nanophosphate Engine Start Battery
Nanophosphate Engine Start Battery (12V): Click to enlarge.
A123 Systems is targeting the emerging stop-start/microhybrid market with a 12V Li-ion battery solution based on its automotive class lithium ion AMP20 20 Ah prismatic pouch cells. The sy…