Hybrid Trucks Are Picking up Commercial Speed

Summary: More Biglorryblog sees the hybrid trucks most of the I find myself thinking: "Yes, it is a compromise that can work-not least in the lower boxes of issue." It seems the feeling of the truck manufacturers in the world the same way. Earlier this year, Paccar said it has created "an ambitious target of 30% improvement in fuel efficiency of vehicles for applications selected middle-duty over the next seven years using hybrid technology as that the main contributor to that goal. " There was certainly plenty of hybrid systems on display at the exhibition recent truck IAA Hanover not minors who DAF unveiled a new prototype based around the LF, developed in association with Eaton. Paccar how seriously he takes the hybrid? Judge good for you - even this quote from senior vice president (and former boss DAF) Jim Cardillo. "Availability of hybrid-trucks operated by Paccar is targeted for 2008 in applications from mid-defined duty. Vehicles of the highest quality Paccar and conduct technology throughout the world provide cost-effective solutions that provide significant value to our customers. " Associated Eaton said he was "thrilled" to be part of Paccar hyrbrid thrust and developing hybrid power system, "and we look forward to delivering hybrid vehicles in selected applications in 2008," said Jim Sweetnam, vice - Seniors chairmen and presidents of the Group of Eaton's truck.