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Scania have come up with a cruise control system which uses GPS to know when it is approaching an ascent or descent and acting accordingly to save fuel. This video goes through the way the system works and how effective it can be but also reveals they have only mapped Europe so far. It’s going [...]

We are used to big calls from manufacturers but this seems a massive claim, to save 8% on fuel by using this European trailer. Yes, it is true tapered designs and vortex control on the trailing edges is going to get you some significant savings. But 8%? I think not! Montracon claims new aerodynamic trailer [...]

Long time UK trucking blogger, Brian Weatherley gets a lesson in truck driving to get his fuel consumption down. The founder of the Big Lorry Blog tries his best to keep fuel use to a minimum but when instructed how to save fuel makes a serious improvement.

Express parcel company UPS, in the USA,  to introduce a number of hydraulic hybrid delivery vehicles into their fleet after a successful trial involving both UPS and the US EPA. The company expect considerable fuel savings and environmental benefits.

A new web initiative from Scania sees the company starting an internet-based campaign with the aim of making clear the company’s green credentials and offering industry help and advice in getting better fuel economy.