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Study finds truck maintenance leads to better mpg
Trucking coalition group, Trucking Efficiency, released a report today revealing that truck maintenance can reduce fuel consumption by up to 10 percent.
December 16, 2015
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Bolt-on air compressor system offered for GMC Savana
An Underhood Lite air compressor system from VMAC is now available for the GMC Savana.
December 15, 2015
The Underhood Lite air compressor system from VMAC is now available for the GMC Savana.
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Extreme temps stressing hoses and belts
Continental advises checking overlooked hoses and belts which are more prone to wear during extreme temperature changes associated with winter.
December 15, 2015
Continental reports that extreme fluctuations of temperature during winter stress hoses and belts.
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VMAC introduces air compressor system for Ford Transit
VMAC's Underhood Lite lightweight air compressor system was engineered specifically for the Ford Transit 3.7-liter Ti-VCT engine.
December 14, 2015
VMAC’s bolt-on Underhood Lite air compressor system is now available for the Ford Transit 3.7-liter Ti-VCT V6 engine.
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Low to no fuel can lead to engine damage
Engines that run on empty are at risk for costly damage because of increased contaminants and lack of lubrication.
December 14, 2015
Costly engine damage can result from running on empty, according to fuel injector supplier Bostech Industries.
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UPS talks about its increased use of renewable diesel
UPS talked with hardworkingtrucks.com about its decision to dramatically increase its use of renewable diesel.
December 11, 2015
By drastically increasing its use of renewable diesel, UPS continues to maintain its position as one of the shipping industry’s biggest proponents of alternative fuel.
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Test drive: 2016 Ford Transit 350 HD
It didn’t even take a full model year for Ford’s newest commercial van entry, Transit – the van destined to phase out the company’s blue collar E-Series – to become the best selling van in the U.S. Transit is built in Kansas City where the assembly plant casts its shadow over a dozen upfitters within 30 […]
December 10, 2015
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Moran Family offers vehicle winterizing tips
The Moran Family of Brands recommends that drivers in freezing cold climates prepare their vehicles by following their five tips.
December 9, 2015
The Moran Family of Brands, which includes Alta Mere and Mr. Transmission, suggests following their five tips for vehicle winterization.
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State of California going with renewable diesel
California has inked contracts with four renewable diesel companies that will be providing the alternative fuel for roughly 14,000 vehicles operated by the state.
December 9, 2015
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Kelley Blue Book: Truck and SUV sales still driving the market
Over the past year, U.S. truck and SUV sales have increased the average price of vehicle, according to Kelley Blue Book.
December 8, 2015
The average price for an auto in the U.S. for the month of November rose only .7 percent over last year, and according to Kelley Blue Book, that increase is largely owed to truck and SUV sales.
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Biofuel giant Abengoa closes another ethanol plant, U.S. headquarters next
More bad news from international biofuel giant Abengoa as news emerges that the insolvent company shuttered another ethanol plant and will be closing its U.S. headquarters.
December 8, 2015
Layoffs continue for international biofuel giant Abengoa, with at least one U.S. newspaper reporting that the company has already filed for bankruptcy. Pictured here is Abengoa’s 1-year-old ethanol plant in Hugoton, Ks., which was shut-down last week.
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Natural gas coalition applauds passage of transportation bill
Natural gas advocates are celebrating the passage of the U.S. 5-year transportation bill which they say will help expand their market reach and help them compete more with diesel.
December 7, 2015
NGVAmerica, a natural gas coalition that represents 230-plus companies, is celebrating Congress’ passage of the 5-year transportation bill which is expected to boost the natural gas industry.
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Neste welcomes EPA’s decision to increase renewable fuels
The EPA's decision this week to raise the level of renewable fuels in the nation's fuel supply was welcomed by renewable diesel manufacturer Neste Corporation.
December 7, 2015
Neste Corporation, the largest provider of renewable diesel in the U.S., welcomed the EPA’s decision this week to increase the amount of renewable fuels in the nation’s fuel supply.
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Ethanol plant closes in Kansas amid bankruptcy fears
As renewable energy giant Abengoa flounders in massive debt and struggles to remain solvent, its ethanol plant in Kansas ceased production and laid off its staff.
December 4, 2015
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Ethanol coalition announces fuel pricing contest
Renewable Fuels Association is holding a contest to seek more information on ethanol prices.
December 4, 2015
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Ford releases SYNC update for 5 million vehicles
Ford owners with the SYNC system dating back to 2011 can access an update that will improve Apple iPod's Siri Eyes-Free capability.
December 3, 2015
Ford’s SYNC update is available for 5 million Ford vehicles dating back to 2011.
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EPA calls for more ethanol in the nation’s fuel supply
The EPA changed course and is calling for more ethanol to be added to the nation's fuel supply than it had proposed earlier in June, upsetting both opponents and supporters of the controversial fuel.
December 2, 2015
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Ryder launches new fuel receipt mobile app
Required interstate fuel tax reporting was simplified by Ryder through a mobile app designed for its North American commercial rental customers.
November 30, 2015
Ryder has introduced a mobile app designed to simplify required interstate fuel tax reporting.
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