At the fifth AltWheels Fleet Day exposition in Framingham, a hydraulic truck stands proud among the most posh and dirt free cars. The Staples Inc. fleet is all praises for their cleanest ever refuse truck called Peterbilt dump truck. The electrically powered and eco-easy delivery vehicle employs an unusual sort of regenerative braking and a green message that says,”Happiness is never having to stop for fuel.”
Michael C. Payette, Staples Inc. equipment manager highlights its hydraulic launch assist system that stores pressure when brakes are applied. This pressure keeps the truck moving without even asking for gas. Peterbilt district sales manager Bob Moreau is hopeful of saving up to 25% of fuel in utilizing the brake pressure. Moreover, it reduces tailpipe emissions of hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and oxides of nitrogen (NOx). Here’s a video depicting Payette highlighting the key features of the all-electric, 0% exhaust truck.
Via: Boston.com
