NACFE News Updates

Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

NACFE Announces Variety of Routes, Trucks, Components Set for Run On Less

Run on Less, a first-of-its kind roadshow to demonstrate how trucks use technology to achieve fuel efficiency, is set to begin.

August 21, 2017
Business

Geotab to Monitor Trucks in NACFE’s Fuel-Efficiency Roadshow

The North American Council for Freight Efficiency announced telematics provider Geotab Inc. will install its devices on all the trucks participating in the group’s cross-country “Run on Less” roadshow, a first-of-its-kind showcase of advancements in fuel-efficiency components.

May 5, 2017
Business

Fuel-Efficiency Roadshow Planned for September

What organizers called “a first-of-its-kind cross-country roadshow” is planned for September to showcase advancements in fuel efficiency components, with the goal of having up to 10 Class 8 trucks achieve 9 MPG on the journey being called "Run on Less."

April 7, 2017
Business, Autonomous

Two-Truck Platoons Increasingly Realistic, NACFE Says

Commercial truck platooning is increasingly realistic, with key foundational technologies already in the marketplace and testing under way, the North American Council for Freight Efficiency said in a report issued Sept. 28.

September 28, 2016
Special Coverage, Business

Fleets Boost Investments in Trailer Aerodynamics, NACFE Report Finds

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Fleets have ramped up their investments in trailer aerodynamics systems in recent years to improve fuel economy, and federal regulations are expected to drive further adoption, a new report found.

February 28, 2016
Business

NACFE Unveils Freight Efficiency Website

The North American Council for Freight Efficiency unveiled a new website designed to help trucking companies identify potential savings from using a variety of systems and technologies in their fleets.

September 22, 2014
Special Coverage, Business

Freight Efficiency Council Launches New Venture

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The North American Council for Freight Efficiency announced it has joined with the Carbon War Room to create the “Trucking Efficiency” program.

March 10, 2014