Qualified drivers with sleep-apnea get a $100 CPAP machine that can plug into Shorepower. “The American Sleep Apnea Association, through the CPAP Assistance Program (CAP), provides help for diagnosed sleep apnea patients who have no insurance, high insurance deductibles, or through financial hardship cannot afford this critical and life saving medical equipment. “Qualified patients will… Continue reading Save a life…
“As truck equipment advances to meet high-efficiency expectations, increased regulations demand more attention from fleet managers who already have their hands full meeting schedules and keeping trucks running. Idle regulations, for example, can be one of the most challenging regulations to keep up with, as they vary from city to city and state to state.… Continue reading Shorepower featured in showcase of idling-reduction solutions to save money, meet regulations
With massive driver turnover and shortages, keeping drivers happy on the road can start with Shorepower’s cab comfort and better idle-free rest. “…the trucking industry suffers a shortage of drivers across the board, especially among long-haulers. According to the American Trucking Associations (ATA), the industry is about 30,000 short of qualified drivers. Over the next… Continue reading The Massive Trucker Shortage Could Hit Your Wallet Soon
This informative technology presentation — given on July 16, 2014 by Jeff Flath, founder and CEO of eNow Energy — discussed the company’s solar solutions for the transportation industry.
“Portland already has more electric vehicle charging stations per capita than any other city and it apparently aims to hold onto its lead. “Fifteen Oregon employers signed onto theU.S. Department of Energy’s Workplace Charging Challenge last week during Drive Oregon’s seventh annual EV Roadmap conference. “The workplace challenge aims to boost the number of U.S.… Continue reading Getting a charge out of work
Improve cost efficiency with less idling…many fleets learned this lesson the hard way in the second quarter of 2014. “Trucking failures virtually doubled in the second quarter, compared with the same period last year, as continued driver and regulatory cost pressures pushed more marginal fleets off the road, a new report found.…” –Read More–
“Shorepower has gained complete control of the Shorepower Truck Electrification Project (STEP), according to a press release. The takeover comes after Cascade Sierra Solutions – the third party, nonprofit company that administered the grant – shut down for business. “STEP installs power outlets at 50 truck stops across the nation, which electrifies 1,800 parking spaces… Continue reading Land Line Magazine picks up the story…
“Shorepower recently assumed full control of the Shorepower Truck Electrification Project (STEP), which installed power outlets at 50 truckstops nationwide, electrifying 1,800 parking spaces in 30 states. Previously, the grant was administered by a third party (Cascade Sierra Solutions) who has since closed their doors. With the takeover and new campaign, Shorepower will now be able to provide better… Continue reading Shorepower Gains Control of STEP
The future of trucking includes electricity, according to ground breaking idle reduction study “This report documents the confidence that North American Class 8 trucking should have in pursuing Idle Reduction Solutions. The study team engaged the entire industry in the data that is presented here. Thanks to all of those who contributed to this important… Continue reading CONFIDENCE REPORT: IDLE-REDUCTION SOLUTIONS
Vermont offers 1% loans toward electrification. This applies to TSE, EVSE and eTRU. “This program is funded through the State Infrastructure Bank (SIB), which is operated by the Vermont Economic Development Authority in conjunction with the Vermont Agency of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration. Electric vehicle charging stations and natural gas refueling stations available for… Continue reading Electric Vehicle Charging Station Loan Program
