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Scania finds driving with two full length trailers cuts fuel consumption by 30%

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Based on research conducted over the last six years, Scania Transport Laboratory has shown that by driving with two full-length trailers, Scania reduces fuel consumption by up to 30%. meters applies in most European states, while countries such as Sweden and Finland, permit 25.25 meters (103.3 feet) in total length—i.e.,

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Six automated truck platoons to compete in European Truck Platooning Challenge

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Truck Platooning involves trucks driving a short distance apart using automated driving technology; platooning offers benefits in terms of fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions, safety and the flow of traffic. seconds, which at a speed of 80 km/h (50 mph) approximates to a distance of 10 metres (10.9

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