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Ford Crew Chief telematics system can improve fuel economy by up to 20% through better fleet management

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The US Department of Energy reports that aggressive driving decreases fuel economy by up to 33 percent. Data shared includes exact fuel consumption, CO2 emissions, tire pressure and diagnostic codes such as water in fuel. ” The Department of Energy details that fuel economy is reduced by 1% for every mile per hour above 55 mph.

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US DOT Awards $100M in Recovery Act Funds to 43 Transit Projects to Reduce Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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The 43 winning proposals were submitted by transit agencies from across the country as part of a nationwide competition for the $100 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) funds. The benefits of this project were identified as part of a recent energy review conducted of RIPTA facilities by Northern Energy Services.

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