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Going Green with Fuel

Thursday, October 28th, 2010

The Trucker News Services had an article on TheTrucker.com on 10/15/2010 that explained the new report that just came out by Hart Energy Consulting, called “Diesel: Fueling the Future of a Green Economy.”  The article made it clear that the United States is heading towards creating tighter standards for the diesel fuel market on environmental and fuel standards.  The report states:

“Diesel’s unique capability to utilize a range of renewable fuels and blends enhances its desirability under emerging renewable fuel requirements.”

“While there has been a lot of speculation about the role of unproven energy technologies in the emerging green economy, this new analysis clearly highlights that clean diesel will play a vital role in the green economy both today and in the future generations of energy and transportation,” said Allen Schaeffer, the executive director of the Diesel Technology Forum.

“The growth in the diesel market has occurred throughout all regions of the world. Though not all areas have experienced substantial diesel penetration into the passenger vehicle market, growth in diesel demand has outpaced gasoline and other refined products in nearly all developing countries, including China,” the report said. “Diesel fuel is the workhorse of economies throughout the world. As global economies have expanded, so has the demand for diesel-fueled commercial transportation and industrial activities.”

There is no turning back.  We are turning green whether we are ready for the change or not.  The world has developed using fuel for energy and that will not stop.  To save our natural resources, the government is turning to more green options in creating a better fuel.  Something we can live with in generations to come.

If you are interested in more information, visit www.dieselforum.org.

http://www.thetrucker.com/News/Stories/2010/10/15/Dieseltoplayexpandedroleingreenfuelgoingforwardsaysreport.aspx

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Peterbilt starts production of new PACCAR MX engine

Friday, September 10th, 2010

Peterbilt has just started production of their newest engine, the 12.9 liter MX engine and the Peterbilt trucks are now being constructed with this new engine.

According to eTrucker.com’s article, “Peterbilt ramps up training for new MX,” the motor is as such:

“The inline six-cylinder MX produces 1,750 lb. ft. peak torque and 380 to 485 horsepower. Among its features are compacted graphite iron engine block, integrated engine brake, a rear engine gear train, variable geometry turbo and a unit pump injection system.”

Kelly Bender, Peterbilt’s training manager, explained that the MX is designed to minimize downtime and only needs oil and oil filter changes every 40,000 with valve maintenance only needed every 160,000 miles. This new motor is available in Peterbilt Models, 587, 388, 386, 384, 367, and 365. As the only commercial diesel engine using compacted graphite iron (CGI) in both cylinder block and head, they have 75% more strength and it is 20% lighter than those engines of gray iron. The PACCAR MX commercial engine more than meets EPA 2010 diesel engine emissions regulations through their Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) and Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR).

Peterbilt has had over 50 years of expertise in development and manufacturing and they are very proud of the new PACCAR MX. Bill Jackson, Peterbilt’s General Manager and PACCAR Vice President stated: “The PACCAR MX takes our trucks to the next level of integration and optimization and the high degree of performance is synonymous with the Class and quality the industry has come to expect from Peterbilt.”

Peterbilt Motors Company is a global company out of Denton, Texas and takes pride in their quality as well as innovative ideas. They have over 250 dealerships in the nation. For more information, call 1-800-4-Peterbilt or visit their online site at www.peterbilt.com.

http://www.etrucker.com/apps/news/article.asp?id=85734

http://www.peterbilt.com/newsdetails.aspx?id=282

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Work With Style

Friday, June 18th, 2010

Gadgets on trucks make life fun for many drivers.  A Truck Driver’s own little identity on the front of their truck.  We found some neat little gadgets for freight liners that were discovered in different truck part stores across the country.  A little chrome on your truck tells people your personality.

Rubber Duck Hood Ornament:  It gives a look of “I am tough”, with a touch of humor.  This brings a chuckle to those who pass by.

Cannon Ball Express Train Horn: Giving out 152 decibels of sound, it is volumes above other horns.

Chrome Heater Vent: This vent adds shine and a look of success to any truck.  A must have for those who like to dress up.

Chrome Plate Frame: Another Class A item to dress up your truck.  Put your own mantra on your license frame, instead of a commercial for other people’s companies.

Bull Horn Hood Ornament: For the bullish at heart or the Texan within.  This ornament tells others you have the strength it takes to be a Truck Driver.

These are only a few ornaments for your truck.  Go to http://www.iowa80.com to see more.  (We linked these images from their online catalog.)  If you have questions about truck driving jobs or about CR England please visit our web site, www.CREngland.com

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Truck Driving Jobs Just Got Easier

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

C.R. England Trucking Company has just announced that they released the “TripPak InCab Scanning” for their drivers.  This means that CR England truck drivers can now scan paperwork without getting out of their cab.  All a truck driver needs is an internet access and a laptop.  That’s it!  Then the driver buys the scanner from $140.00 to $150.00, depending on where they purchase it.

Truck drivers will have the opportunity to see one in person when the TripPak InCab Scanning is featured at the American Truck Show (ATA) this month and can be purchased right their at the booth for $145.00.

For several months, a handful of drivers for C.R. England Trucking Company have been testing this new scanning process and it has brought great reviews.  It’s easy to set up, use, and inexpensive.  After being tested and proven it is now ready for the whole company to use.

This is really great because drivers don’t have to stand in a line at a truck stop to use their scanner or fax machine.  They don’t have to look up truck stops that might have scanning capabilities for them to send in the paperwork.  They do get to stay in their cab and scan.  They also get the gratification of not having to print out paperwork to send back to the office, and helping the cause to become greener.

This is just another step in technology that is saving drivers time and money and making truck driving jobs a little easier.  At CR England Trucking Company, they care about their drivers.  Chalk one up for CR England making life easier for their drivers.

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How To Use FLICKR For Truck Drivers

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Flickr is a popular online photo website where you can manage and share all your digital photos. The best part? It’s totally free. So you can upload your favorite photos from behind-the-wheel to share with family and friends without spending a dime (unless you upgrade to Flickr Pro for $25 a year). This is an awesome service for truck driving jobs.

To get started, visit Flickr.com and click “Create an Account.” Once signed in, you can begin to upload all your photos (the Flicker FAQ section has great, detailed instructions on how to upload photos – click here to read it). Unlike other sharing websites, Flickr doesn’t use titles or folders; instead, short tags are given to organize photos. Most Flickr users create tags for photos that include names, locations, event descriptions or theme; for example: “Colorado,” “Mountains,” “Big Rig,” and “Truck Stop.”

Flickr is also more than just a photo website, it’s a social network as well. You can make friends (known as contacts on Flickr) and see all their latest photos when they’re uploaded. To make a new contact, click on their name, which will take you to their photo page. Then simply click on “Add Username,” select whether they are a friend or family member, and Flickr will send the person an invite.

Truck driving jobs often require time away from home and many truck drivers work alone, so Flickr provides an easy, useful way to share your favorite photos with friends and family while you’re away. To learn more about Flickr and how to use it, visit the their official website and click on “About Flickr.” There you can take a tour of Flickr, read the FAQ, and get the help you need to start sharing your photos while on the road!

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