Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 15, 2016
The Peloton project, led by Purdue University ( earlier post ) will apply next-generation truck platooning technology and concepts for smart, cloud-connected powertrains to achieve 20% fuel savings for tractor-trailers. Earlier post.). Our first truck platooning system is coming to market in 2017.
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 2, 2009
will test two hybrid systems—one developed by ArvinMeritor and one developed by Eaton and Peterbilt—in Class 8 trucks. This technology could help Wal-Mart increase its fleet efficiency by up to 25%. Peterbilt/Eaton Hybrid Assist. This technology could help Wal-Mart increase its fleet efficiency by up to two percent.
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 11, 2010
These projects will receive more than $115 million in funding to develop and demonstrate systems-level fuel efficiency technologies by 2015, including improved aerodynamics, reducing engine idling technologies, waste heat recovery to increase engine efficiency, advanced combustion techniques, and powertrain hybridization.
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 23, 2011
The initial report recommended continuation of the program, but with revisions and better balancing to match current funding and technology levels. the validation, demonstration, and deployment of advanced truck and bus technologies, and growing their reliability sufficient for adoption in the commercial marketplace. Earlier post.).
Green Car Congress
MARCH 28, 2014
The project aims to demonstrate a wide range of advanced technologies and designs Walmart is considering in an effort to improve the overall fuel efficiency of its fleet and lower the company’s carbon footprint. The truck’s shape represents a 20% reduction in aerodynamic drag over Walmart’s current Peterbilt Model 386. and Whiting.
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 10, 2013
unveiled its next generation of high pressure direct injection natural gas technology platform, Westport HPDI 2.0. Westport anticipates first availability of customer products in late 2014 and 2015. Westport Innovations Inc. OEM product lines. Engines incorporating Westport HPDI 2.0 Improved emissions profile: Westport HPDI 2.0
Green Car Congress
JUNE 13, 2013
These awards were made through the Commission’s Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program, created by Assembly Bill 118. will receive $14,997 for California Energy Commission membership in the California Plug-In Electric Vehicle Collaborative for three fiscal years, through 2014-2015. CALSTART, Inc.,
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