A record Australian fine of A$125 million ($86.2 million) has been imposed on Volkswagen because of its false emissions statements.
Partially synthetic lower viscosity 10W-30 and 5W-30 oils are supplanting the industry standard 15W-40 heavy-duty oil. The new formulas cost more but can bring up to 2 percent better fuel economy with longer intervals between changes.
Green New Deals are the rage in Washington, with benefits – and costs – for trucking.
EPA is looking to update pollution regulations for commercial trucks after 20 years; oil prices fall to one-year lows; U.S. import levels have declined slightly across all major retail container ports.
