Ploger Transportation, based in Ohio, has 40 tractors and 100 trailers. (Photo: Ploger)
He emphasized Run on Less is not a competition, but instead a joint way to illustrate the fuel economy possibilities that exist in today’s marketplace. He estimated a combined 35,000 miles will be driven during the event, and data will show the trucks achieve about 9 mpg.
“We are most excited to join Run on Less because we want to demonstrate the success that can be achieved when pairing a trained and educated driver with the latest technologies in fuel efficiency,” said Brent Nussbaum, CEO of Nussbaum Transportation.
Getotab will install its devices in the trucks to measure fuel usage, idle time and other information. Results and personal stories will be tracked on the Run on Less website.
Shell and PepsiCo are the title sponsors of the event, NAFCE said. In addition, Pilot Flying J is donating $1,000 in fuel to each participating fleet.