Safe driving is important in every situation, but for truck drivers it is essential to drive safely. Keeping your drivers safe is important for many reasons, but one of the most important is to prevent truck spills. These spills can lead to dangerous conditions in addition to significant losses of time and money. Although safe Read More ››
How to Save Your Fleet Money
in BlogManaging a fleet of vehicles isn’t cheap. It can be difficult to cut costs and maintain efficiency at the same time; difficult, but not impossible. Some of the most cost-saving measures are incredibly simple concepts. If you can integrate these tactics into your fleet strategy, then you’ll be surprised at how much money you’ll save. Read More ››
What is Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)?
in BlogAdvanced emission control technology has greatly reduced the amount of toxins that heavy duty diesel trucks emit. With emission retrofits and other strategies, it’s possible to significantly reduce your fleet’s emissions. Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) is an important part of any fleet’s emission strategy. DEF is made up of urea and de-ionized water. It breaks Read More ››
Diesel Prices Fluctuating, Many Truckers Still pay over $4 a Gallon
in BlogDiesel fuel prices dropped 1.9 cents a gallon this week, according to the Department of Energy (DOA), following a downward trend in July. The average price of diesel is now $3.894 a gallon across the country, but truckers are still paying over $4 a gallon in many areas, including New England, the central Atlantic coast, Read More ››
Coming Soon: The FleetVu App for Fleet Maintenance
in BlogHave you ever wanted to be able to look up your fleet’s compliance records easily on your iPad or tablet? Or maybe you wanted the ability to track all your vehicles on your smart phone. Now there’s an app for that—FleetVu—and it’s being developed by the experts in fleet management here at FleetServ. What to Read More ››
5 Name Brand Emission Control Devices
in BlogAn emission retrofit will help your fleet achieve compliance with state and federal emission guidelines, and help improve your fuel economy and engine performance at the same time. You’ll also be saving money in the short term, since a retrofit is usually more cost effective than purchasing a new vehicle. FleetServ sells, installs, and services Read More ››
The Emission Strategy Process
in BlogGetting compliant with the many emission regulations out there isn’t a straight shot down an empty highway. A Spaghetti Bowl of Regulations Driving through a spaghetti bowl of off-ramps and on-ramps can be a nightmare, especially during rush hour. With an ever-increasing focus on green technology and reducing carbon emissions, it’s no surprise that national, Read More ››
The When, How, and Why of Emission Retrofits
in BlogWhen it comes to improving your fleet’s fuel efficiency and reducing emissions output, one option you have is an emission retrofit. Simply put, an emission retrofit takes an older diesel engine and installs a device that reduces its toxic output. It can also include improvements that increase the life of the engine and make it Read More ››
Why You Don’t Want To Risk Your Fleet Being Non-Compliant
in BlogEmission regulations on the county, state, and national level can be complicated and confusing. You might be tempted to operate without being fully compliant with the law, but the penalties for non-compliance are stiff, and they add up quickly. Even if you don’t intentionally break the law, being unaware of the various regulations where your Read More ››
Why an Emission Strategy for Your Fleet of Vehicles Makes Sense
in BlogIf you want to reduce carbon emissions for your diesel fleet, there are many approaches you can take. There’s no silver bullet, and what might be effective for someone else may not be effective for your fleet of vehicles. That’s why it’s important to develop a comprehensive emission strategy specific to your fleet. In fact, Read More ››