
Questions linger regarding the reliability and serviceability of the new powertrain’s emissions systems. However, the technology isn’t all that new; with a proven history of reliability, it is designed to minimally impact drivers and serviceability.
Read More →ALMERE, THE NETHERLANDS – Business drivers are more aware of the important role they play in reducing environmental pollution and are willing to act on it, as shown by a worldwide LeasePlan survey amongst business drivers. To facilitate this, LeasePlan introduces the new global initiative GreenPlan to support businesses to realize 'greener' fleets.
Read More →WASHINGTON, D.C. – Nissan has announced plans to launch its first clean diesel engine in the United States for use in the Nissan Maxima in 2010. The passenger car will be powered by an all-new Alliance engine co-developed with its partner, Renault, and will clear U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Tier II Bin 5 emissions requirements.
Read More →DALLAS --- The city of Dallas has started running much of its fleet on biodiesel fuel that contains a new additive to reduce NOx (oxides of nitrogen) emissions, one of the primary causes of the ozone pollution problem in North Texas.
Read More →WASHINGTON, D.C. --- The Supreme Court today rejected the Bush administration's policy of refusing to regulate greenhouse-gas emissions.
Read More →WASHINGTON, D.C. --- Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Susan Collins and Olympia Snowe (both R-Maine) have introduced a measure (S.1073) that would require automakers to reduce new vehicle greenhouse gas emissions 30 percent below 2002 levels by 2016.
Read More →LOUISVILLE, KY – Cummins biodiesel B-20 blends have been approved for use in its 2002 and later emissions-compliant ISX, ISM, ISL, ISC, and ISB engines. This includes the recently released 2007 products.
Read More →PEORIA, IL – Caterpillar Inc. has received 2007 on-highway certification from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the C9 engine equipped with ACERT Technology. This technology positions Caterpillar to meet future EPA emissions regulations and provides a long-term emissions solution for the global on-highway engine market.
Read More →WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tougher emissions standards for vehicles are expected to provide a boost to the truck fleet leasing market.
Read More →BIRMINGHAM, AL – Infinity Property and Casualty Corp. has jointed the PHH GreenFleet program, developed jointly by PHH Arval and Environmental Defense in an effort to reduce operating costs, improve efficiency, and cut greenhouse gas emissions from vehicle fleets.
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