The idling police seem to be getting more aggressive in certain states. More fines for idling in Massachusetts. Shorepower can help. “Caught letting their engines run, Walpole-based bus contractor Michael J. Connolly and Sons settled with the Environmental Protection Agency, vowing to reduce idling times. “Michael J. Connolly and Sons paid a $33,000 fine and… Continue reading Walpole bus company pays EPA settlement for idling
“Install electrical vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) in 2% of all parking spaces used by the project. Clearly identify and reserve these spaces for the sole use by plug-in electric vehicles. . Parking spaces that include EVSE must be provided separate from and in addition to preferred parking spaces for green vehicles. “The EVSE must: Provide… Continue reading LEED Building contractors – electrification is worth points towards LEED certification. Here’s how…
Great meals are possible on the road with in cab appliances connected to Shorepower. “An oversized greasy cheeseburger, crispy French fries and an ice-cold soda – this is the typical meal a truck driver will find along the stretch of any highway. “While pulling up to a fast food joint to order a meal may… Continue reading Creating the ultimate in-cab kitchen
Don’t be an idler! Learn how to avoid unnecessary idling that adds toxic exhaust into the air
“IdleBox is a toolkit of print products, templates, presentations, andinformation resources to assist with idle-reduction projects for fleets with light- and medium-duty vehicles. Some materials are available in two versions: ready-to-use print products and customizable templates. IdleBox tools can be used to educate and engage policymakers, fleet managers, drivers, and other decision makers about the… Continue reading IdleBox Toolkit for Idle-Reduction Projects
“The fleet turned to battery-powered APUs and had mixed success with battery life – especially in blistering summer heat. “That’s gotten better since we changed brands,” he says. “We’re now standard with the Idle Free system which has shorepower connections.” “Shorepower is a technology that allows truck drivers to turn off their engines and plug… Continue reading Fleet Maintenance magazine writes about Mesilla Valley Transportation (MVT) and their experiences with Shorepower…
With diesel surging past $4/gal again, isn’t it time to consider alternatives? “The national average price for a gallon of on-highway diesel in the week ended Feb. 24 breached $4 for the first time since the week ended March 25, 2013, according to the Department of Energy’s Energy Information Administration, who reported the price… Continue reading Diesel Prices Keep Climbing
“This document explains requirements for the use of Electric Standby and Hybrid Electric systems (together referred to as E/S) as an option for compliance with California’s TRU regulations. A TRU’s compliance can be maintained beyond the seven year maximum if an E/S system is integrated into the equipment and used within the guidelines for an… Continue reading Operating reefers in California can be complicated. Read about the rules and why electrifying your terminal is in your best interest…
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EPA’s SmartWay Technology program develops test protocols, reviews strategies and verifies the performance of vehicles, technologies and equipment that have the potential to reduce greenhouse gases and other air pollutants from freight transport. The program establishes credible performance criteria and reviews test data to ensure that vehicles, equipment and technologies will help fleets improve their… Continue reading Did you know…Shorepower is EPA SmartWay-verified Idle Reduction technology?
