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Fuel costs can cut too far into your operations. You can lower your total cost of ownership by reducing fuel costs, your number one variable expense. Reducing this expense starts with driving a truck that is spec'd for fuel efficiency. "How to Spec Your Truck for Fuel Efficiency" will teach you how to drive further, smarter, and more economically. Bill McClusky, business consultant at ATBS, presented this informational webinar. Webinar Agenda: Why fuel efficiency is important Body style Engine Transmission Gear ratios Accessories Resources
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WELCOME!How to Spec Your Truck for
Fuel Economy Webinar
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Welcome
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Meet our Presenter: Bill McClusky
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In the trucking and construction equipment service industry for 24 years as a service technician, component rebuild specialist (engine, transmission, and axle), service department manager, instructor and consultant.
A class 8 truck driver for 3 years pulling wet and dry tanks.
With ATBS for 5 years serving as a Business Consultant, Maintenance Consultant, and Instructor.
Coach and frequent contributor to Freightliner’s Team Run Smart.
Agenda
How do you spec a fuel efficient truck for your operation?
Why is it important? Body style Engine Transmission Gear Ratios Trailer Gap Accessories Smartway Program Resources
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Fuel Costs
Fuel costs can cut too far into your operations.
Lower your total cost of ownership by reducing fuel costs, your number one variable expense.
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Fuel Costs
Strategic fuel efficiency – drive further, smarter, and more economically.
It all starts with a fuel efficient truck.
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Factors to Consider
Local, Regional, or Long Haul (cab type) Trailer type (cab type) Weight and type of loads being hauled
(engine, transmission, and gearing) Where loads will be hauled (terrain) (engine
and transmission) Delivery requirements (traction) (drive
axles, and tire type) Driver requirements (transmission type,
APU)
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Cab Styles
Day cab Mid-roof Raised roof
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Cab Styles: Day Cab
With roof fairing
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Without roof fairing
Cab Styles: Day Cab
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Cab Styles: Day Cab w/ Roof Fairing
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Cab Styles: Mid Roof
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Cab Styles: Raised Roof
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Engines
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Engines
Size Horsepower Torque
11 LITRE12 LITRE13 LITRE14 LITRE15 LITRE16 LITRE
300 to600
1150to
2050FT. LBS
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Engines: Sweet Spot
Engine Operating RPM that allows for maximum fuel mileage while still performing required service duty.
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Engines: Sweet Spot
Torque --- Rotational Force
Horsepower --- The speed at which we do work
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Engines: Sweet Spot
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Engines: Road Speed to Engine Speed Calculation
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http://www.analysis-inc.com/reference/road-speed-calculator/
Gear Ratios
1 to 1 2.3 to 1
Engine Speed Axle Speed
Engine SpeedAxle Speed
Torque Multiplication and Speed Control
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Transmission
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Gear Ratios: Transmission Output Ratio
Direct Drive or Overdrive 1 to 1 .75 to 1
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Gear Ratios: Common Output Ratios
Direct Drive vs. Overdrive1 to 1 vs .75 to 1
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Gear Ratios: Drive Axle
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Gear Ratios: Tire Size
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Gear Ratios: Roadranger
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Trailer Gap
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The smaller the better (typically) Aerodynamics/wind
resistance Fifth wheel mounting location Range of the slide
36”-48" Trailer Gap
Accessories: APU
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Accessories: Tire Types
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DUALS WIDE BASE SINGLES
Pick Any Two
SPEED
TORQUE
GOOD MPG
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Smartway Program
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Smartway Program
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• 2007 EPA Model Year or Newer Engine• Integrated Cab-High Roof Fairing• Fuel Tank Side Fairings• Tractor Mounted Cab Side Extenders• Aerodynamic Mirrors and Bumpers• Low Rolling Resistance Tires• Idle Reduction Technology
www.epa.gov/smartway/technology/index.htm
Resources: Driving for fuel efficiency
Webinar Coming Soon
(Ways to improve your fuel mileage.)
Check back on teamrunsmart.com for more information.
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Resources: ATBS for O/O
www.ATBSshow.com/contactusor call 866.920.2827
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Largest business service provider in the US for Owner-Operators: Build a budget Determine your break-even miles Create fuel strategies Get every tax deduction you deserve Worry-free accounting & bookkeeping services Maintain a truck maintenance program
Resources: Maintenance Management Services
www.ATBSshow.com/contactusor call 866.920.2827
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Custom program designed for you and your truck to: Help you better maintain your truck Reduce shop time Keep maintenance costs low Keep running for profitability
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Open online community for truckers who mean
business.
Free daily information and advice from industry experts and professional drivers.
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Articles
Forums
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Thank you!
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