New greenhouse gas regulations will drive greater use of aerodynamics and light weighting in truck designs — and could accelerate the comeback of hybrid and all-electric drivetrains.
Diesel engines are cleaner than ever. So why is the California Air Resources Board calling for more zero emissions vehicles?
Industry reactions to the final greenhouse gas/fuel efficiency rules for medium- and heavy-duty trucks tended to be [mostly] upbeat and positive, reflecting a determination to roll up the sleeves and deal with trucking’s latest reality.
The problem with the proposed Phase 2 GHG regulations is that Washington never sees the whole picture with the trucking industry.
We take a close look at the proposed 'Phase 2' greenhouse gas/ fuel economy rules.
Allowing a manufacturer to focus on improving an entire vehicle - instead of just the engine - could reduce operating costs while still meeting efficiency standards.
Adjusting to Phase 1 of the fuel economy and greenhouse gas regulations may have eased the coming transition into Phase 2. Part 3 of a webXclusive series.
A great deal of controversy already surrounds this next phase of the fuel economy and GHG reduction effort, as President Obama demanded in February of last year.
An in-depth look at the emissions regimes that we have now and will see in the future. Part one of a WebXclusive series.
Keep up the good work on cutting fuel use, but make sure to do your homework.
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