Energy Efficiency Guide Aims To Help Commercial Vehicle Operators Reduce Costs
18th October 2016
ExxonMobil has launched a free Energy Efficiency Guide in association with the Freight Transport Association (FTA). The Guide is designed to help commercial vehicle operators reduce costs in todays challenging economic conditions through energy efficiency measures.
Set against an industry backdrop of increased legislation, the FTA also outlines in the guide the challenges in meeting the European Commissions target to reduce carbon emissions by 60 per cent by 2050 based on 1990 levels.
The guide provides practical recommendations on how fleet owners can take a holistic approach to efficiency and save energy on and off the road. Best practice guidance is given for traditional on the road measures to reduce fuel consumption such as driver training. Less frequently considered methods are also addressed, including the selection of high performance lubricants. For example, Mobil Delvac 1 LE 5W-30 has been shown to increase fuel economy by 1.8%*, helping to not only increase efficiency, but also help improve a fleets bottom line.
The guide also offers top tips on reducing energy off the road at the office. For example, it is possible to cut lighting and heating costs by up to 30% respectively by implementing energy saving measures. Outlining the importance of monitoring office energy output, the guide explains how improvements can be made by simple activities such as a walk around survey, or more advanced options like smart metres.