Green Fleets - British Columbia

There are lots of aftermarket technologies available that will reduce fuel consumption when used properly. Many will also improve performance and driver comfort, while reducing emissions and improving a fleet's bottom line.

Some common aftermarket technologies in use by fleets are:

• Advanced tires
  
• Aerodynamic devices
• Auxiliary power units
  
• Engine Control Modules
• Engine Coolant Heaters
• Hybrids
• Refrigeration Systems
• Tire pressure systems

Fleets are encouraged to review all performance claims made by OEM and aftermarket technology providers and confirm claims prior to purchasing any product.

A study conducted by the RMI group (pdf) for the Canadian Trucking Alliance concluded that there are fuel savings to be achieved from the use of different technologies, as follows:

*Compared to main engine idling

In the Fall of 2007 a number of organizations, under the technical direction of FERIC, sponsored a rigorous independent test program that measured the energy efficiency of a number of technologies under test track conditions. This test program report concluded that some technologies can have a significant impact on reducing fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions. For example, aerodynamic devices saved up to 7% and wide tires about 10%.