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FEBRUARY 1, 2018

Engineers from Colorado-based Lightning Systems are using artificial neural networks to predict accurately the fuel economy and tailpipe emissions of fleet vehicles. Using artificial neural networks, we are able to accurately predict fuel consumption and emissions of commercial and government fleets.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 29, 2012

Laboratory and in-use fuel economy results Source: NREL. The NREL team collected and analyzed in-service fuel economy, maintenance, and other vehicle performance data on 11 hybrid (P100H) and 11 conventional diesel (P100D) step vans operated by the United Parcel Service (UPS) in Minneapolis. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy Economy Hybrid Diesel 350

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JUNE 7, 2011

Users of Ford Crew Chief —powered by Telogis —are improving fuel efficiency for their fleets by up to 20% through better management of vehicle diagnostics, location and driver behavior. Driver behavior has so much influence on not only fuel efficiency but on the overall maintenance and life of a vehicle.

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Fuel Economy Fleet Economy Ford 210

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

This will be the first time that Ford F-250 trucks can be ordered by fleet customers with hybrid-electric drive technology; the XL3 system can provide up to a 25% increase in fuel economy. The XL3 technology leaves the original equipment manufacturer’s (OEM) engine, transmission, fuel system and exhaust system completely intact.

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Fleet Hybrid F-150 Ford 191

Green Car Congress

MARCH 11, 2013

unveiled a new powertrain package for the North American heavy-duty truck market that is expected to deliver 3-6% fuel economy improvements, lower preventative maintenance costs, and total lifecycle cost improvements. Eaton and Cummins Inc.

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Eaton Fuel Economy Economy Fuel 231

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Laboratory and in-use fuel economy comparison. higher fuel economy than the conventional tractors, resulting in a 12% reduction in fuel costs for the hybrids. higher fuel economy than the conventional tractors, resulting in a 12% reduction in fuel costs for the hybrids.

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Fuel Economy Economy Diesel Hybrid 262

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JUNE 12, 2010

Fuel economy was similar between the gHEVs and diesel vehicles, except for the highest kinetic intensity drive cycle where the hybrid exhibited ~20% higher fuel economy. NREL collected and analyzed data for in-use fuel economy and fuel costs, maintenance costs, total operating costs, and vehicle uptime.

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Fuel Economy Economy Gasoline Diesel 199

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DECEMBER 23, 2009

UPS van fuel economy comparison. UPS’ first-generation diesel hybrid delivery vans improved the on-road fuel economy by 28.9% NREL is planning a second-generation study for 2010 to look at more advanced versions of the Eaton hybrid now in operation within the UPS fleet. Source: Lammert 2009. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy Economy Eaton Hybrid 210

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FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Joint customers will be provided with integrated tire inflation data alongside asset information for managing their fleets. Tires are the top maintenance cost for fleets and tire under-inflation is the biggest issue affecting tires. Trailer tires historically have the poorest air pressure on an 18-wheeler.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 31, 2023

As gas and diesel prices continue to spiral, improved fuel economy in your truck is becoming even more of an imperative than before. This article offers seven strategies that will enable you to improve your trucking fuel economy without negatively impacting performance. per gallon during the third week of the month.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 17, 2013

Lightning Hybrids ( earlier post ) and National Fleet Hybrids have entered a partnership to sell, install and distribute Lightning’s medium-duty hydraulic hybrid retrofit systems. This partnership will provide access to the hydraulic hybrid drive system to fleets in New England and the Mid-Atlantic.

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Hybrid Fleet Massachusetts Fuel Economy 199

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FEBRUARY 12, 2016

The baseline CNG buses had an average fuel economy of 4.04 These results indicated that the BEBs have an average fuel economy that is nearly 4 times higher than that of the CNG buses. The overall bus MBRC for the BEB fleet was more than 9,000. kWh per mile on the service route, which equated to 17.48 miles per DGE.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Los Angeles 150

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

Fleets utilizing the PHH GreenFleet program have reduced their fleet emissions on average by 14% and operating costs by 7%, according to the company. A recent PHH Arval survey of fleet managers found that companies are still concerned about the environment despite the economic downturn.

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Fleet Emissions Fuel Economy Maintenance 199

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JANUARY 19, 2017

EDI) Awarded Bus Fleet Order for the City of Efficient Drivetrains, Inc. The company is supplying its drivetrain technology to Yaxing Motor Coach for integration into a fleet of city buses to be delivered in March of this year. Efficient Drivetrains, Inc. regenerative braking capabilities. Click to enlarge.

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Fleet China PHEV Fuel Economy 150

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FEBRUARY 24, 2011

NREL’s Fleet Test and Evaluation Team recently completed a year-long technology evaluation of gasoline hybrid electric (gHEV) FedEx Express delivery trucks compared with conventional diesel vehicles. On a drive cycle representing routes with frequent stops and accelerations, the gHEV trucks exhibited a 20% improvement in fuel economy.

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Fuel Economy Economy Gasoline Diesel 186

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AUGUST 9, 2020

From reduced emissions, quieter operation and fuel economy improvements (as compared to diesel-powered buses), the H 40/50 EP Series provides reduced brake maintenance costs and fast, smooth acceleration. The H 40/50 EP Series is equipped with regenerative braking, and has ratings up to a maximum 246 kW (330 hp).

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New York City New York 2003 Fuel Economy 207

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JULY 19, 2013

Drivers of diesel vehicles can save thousands of dollars in total ownership costs compared to similar gasoline vehicles, according to a University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) study. Among their findings:??.

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Gasoline Diesel Vehicles Fuel Economy 247

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JUNE 28, 2013

Diesel vehicles generally saved owners between $2,000 to $6,000 in total ownership costs during a three to five year period when compared to similar gasoline vehicles, according to data compiled by the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). The UMTRI researchers—Bruce M.

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JUNE 22, 2011

Navistar’s re-powered diesel vehicle effort is designed to significantly reduce the escalating service and fuel costs associated with the USPS’s aging fleet. Diesel powertrains can achieve fuel economy gains of up to 35% when compared to some gasoline powertrains. Navistar, Inc. liter turbodiesel engine.

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Diesel Fleet Power Powered 186

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MARCH 19, 2010

Through an open and competitive RFP process, Canada Post has selected the Ford Transit Connect to begin replacing its aging national fleet of vehicles and modernize its business. In total this year, 1,175 Ford Transit Connect vans will be purchased—the largest fleet sale of Ford Transit COnnect vehicles in Canada to date.

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Transit Connect Canada Connect Connected 186

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MAY 29, 2014

Electric school bus fleets with vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities are cost-effective with today’s technology, and could save schools money while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving public health, according to a new study by a team at the University of Delaware’s College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment (CEOE).

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Fleet Electric Electrical Climate Change 210

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

The electric truck is relatively more cost-effective on the NYCC and when VKT demand is higher. Cost-competitiveness of the electric truck diminishes in drive cycles with higher average speeds. One surprise among their findings was that the electric truck had cost advantages over the diesel vehicle under some conditions.

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Georgia Diesel Gas-Electric Electric 268

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MAY 21, 2012

developer of a low-cost hybrid electric powertrain designed specifically for class 1-3 commercial fleet use ( earlier post ), has signed an agreement with Henley Transmission Services, LLC, the largest franchise holder of AAMCO automotive service centers, to certify AAMCO technicians to install and service XL Hybrids’ hybrid-electric conversions.

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 28, 2022

Thankfully, by incorporating only a few habits into your daily life, you can increase your fuel economy. With these six easy ways to boost car fuel efficiency, you will save money and also release fewer emissions into the air. Your driving style can greatly affect fuel efficiency. Speed also kills fuel economy.

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MPG Fuel Economy Cars MPH 86

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 4, 2024

The initial cost of EVs , at least at this time, is very expensive. It All Starts with Regular Maintenance and Tuning Taking care of your car is like taking care of yourself—it needs regular TLC to stay healthy and perform at its best. Sometimes, all you need is good maintenance to really put a stop to that.

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Green Cars Maintenance Fuel 57

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APRIL 17, 2012

As a result, fuel use can be reduced by 40% or better fuel economy based on route profile. The three package delivery companies will be cooperating with CALSTART and FCCC to gather data on the operation of the vehicles to establish expected fuel economy improvements and reduced brake and engine maintenance costs.

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Hybrid Fleet Vehicles Fuel Economy 186

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 17, 2013

The University anticipates the systems will save it up to $1,700 a year each in fuel and maintenance costs. These trucks, the first hydraulic hybrid medium-duty trucks to be used in real world application, get up to 40% better fuel economy, according to Lightning Hybrids.

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MAY 28, 2015

has entered into an investment agreement with Peloton Technology, a developer of platooning systems for large truck transportation fleets. The reduction in aerodynamic drag in these platoons provides significant fuel economy savings for both the trailing and the leading truck. DENSO International America, Inc.

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Companies Fleet Fuel Economy Volvo 150

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JUNE 29, 2016

Kiessling Transit has received a grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts that pays for 80% of the cost of the Lightning Hybrids’ systems to be installed on Kiessling Transit’s Ford E-450 passenger buses, making them cleaner, more fuel efficient and improving braking efficiency. Click to enlarge.

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Hybrid Massachusetts Boston Fleet 150

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MARCH 5, 2015

The application of this technology will result in improved emissions, less fuel use, longer brake life, better low-end torque, and lower maintenance and operational costs. Kiessling Transit purchased a pilot vehicle equipped with the hybrid system through Lightning Hybrids’ Boston-based dealer, National Fleet Hybrids, in 2013.

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Hybrid Massachusetts Indianapolis Fleet 150

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MARCH 7, 2012

A123’s Engine Start Battery is designed as a replacement for absorbent glass mat (AGM) and other lead acid batteries, providing a lighter-weight, longer-lasting solution for micro-hybrid functionality that enhances vehicle performance, improves fuel economy and lowers total cost of ownership. Reduced Weight.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

This is sad, but completely unwarranted as some of the best vehicles Clean Fleet Report reviews are sedans—and the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited is one of those. Normal and Smart will give the best fuel economy Through the touchscreen you can configure a Custom setting. The looks will reel you in. Effortless Efficiency.

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Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

Fuel economy is EPA-rated at 28 mpg city/36 highway/31 combined for the FWD Taos, with the 4Motion rated at 25/32/28. A steady road warrior Clean Fleet Report was in the Taos SEL 4Motion for a week, spending most of our time on Southern California freeways. On another 87-mile run we hit an impressive 39.2

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Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 81

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 24, 2022

These prized possessions go for multiple thousands of dollars and cost more in maintenance costs. Check and confirm if you can afford your car’s insurance premiums and maintenance fees for the high-performance engine. Extra Costs. Every car comes with hidden and unhidden costs.

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Buy Cars Financing Toyota 83

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

The new approach to natural gas combustion technology is designed to provide vehicle and engine original manufacturers (OEMs) with a “downsized” natural gas solution that is cost competitive while providing similar levels of power, torque, and fuel economy to a larger diesel engine.

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Diesel Gas Fuel Economy Power 259

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JULY 6, 2013

They also found that the total costs of ownership (TCO) of the electric and diesel trucks are similar. However, the cost-competitiveness of the electric truck diminishes in drive cycles with higher average speed. Numbers in red are net total including recycling effect. Credit: ACS, Lee et al. Click to enlarge. System boundary diagram.

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JULY 17, 2020

AOI 02: Low Cost Electric Traction Drive Systems Using No Heavy Rare Earth Materials. Low Cost, High-Performance, Heavy Rare Earth-Free 3-In-1 Electric Drive Unit. Low-Cost Rare-Earth Free Electric Drivetrain Enabled by Novel Permanent Magnets, Inverter, Integrated Design and Advanced Thermal Management. Marquette University.

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