Clean Cab Air Filtration & Auxiliary Power Units (APUs): Slashing Idle Fuel Costs
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Reviewed by BestTruckStop Commercial Logistics & Driver Safety CouncilResearched against Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) statutes, CVSA vehicle standards, and freight corridor regulations.
Main engine idling consumes roughly one gallon of diesel per hour, causing accelerated DPF soot loading and unneeded engine wear. Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) solve this challenge efficiently.
The Economics of APU Investment
Diesel APUs burn approximately 0.2 gallons per hour, saving 1,500+ gallons of fuel annually per truck while providing clean 120V AC electrical power for microwaves, refrigerators, and medical CPAP machines.
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