Fleet Vans and Trucks October/November 2009 : Page 4
Page 4 Fleet Vans and Trucks October/November 2009 Industry news our NeW Web siTe Breaking industry news briefs, events and new products are now available on our redesigned web site: www.fleetbusiness.com. CoCa-Cola adds More Hybrid TruCks Coca-Cola has introduced 15 hybrid single axle tractors to its fleet. These trucks produce 30 per cent less fuel and emissions. “The expansion of our hybrid truck fleet across North America is a critical component of our commitment to reduce our overall carbon footprint by 15 per cent by he year 2020,” said John Brock, chairman and CEO, CCEI. Hybrid trucks will be used in Vancouver, Toronto, London, Ottawa and Montreal. Coca-Cola has 20 hybrid trucks in service at the moment. eleCTriC TruCks GaiN FaVour Smith Electric Vehicles US Corporation delivered Newton electric trucks to: Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Coca- Cola, Staples, Frito-Lay, AT&T and Kansas City Power & Light. “The elec- tric vehicle technology delivered to these customers today can readily be delivered to fleets in every major town and city in North America,” said Darren Kell, of Smith Electric Vehicles. Lithium-Ion batteries www.fleetbusiness.com Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. with 120 kW motor give Newton electrics top speed of 80 km/h and range of 160 km on full charge. On-board battery chargers take six to eight hours to charge battery. Three models are available: 7,500 kg, 10,000 kg and 12,000 kg; max pay- load is 7,300 kg. MerCedes-beNz adds sPriNTer Mercedes-Benz Canada (MBC) Brian Kelly, Canadian Fleet Manager, Coca-Cola Bottling Company Announced Introduction at Green Fleet 101, “A Green Fleet Primer.” FEATURES 5 2010 Truck Vehicle Preview Updated designs, technologies and engines highlight 2010 trucks from truck manufacturers. 11 Hybrid Hydraulic demo AddiDrive CreepDrive and Assist were taken through their paces. VANS & TRUCKS Is published five times per year by Bobit Publishing Canada Ltd. The contents of this publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the consent of Bobit Publishing Canada Ltd. Please address all correspondence to the Editorial and Executive Offices at: 295 The West Mall, suite 110, Toronto, ontario M9C 4z4 Tel: (416) 383-0302, 1-877-870-0055 Fax: (416) 383-0313 Web site: www.fleetbusiness.com e-mail: caf@fleetbusiness.com Publications Mail Agreement No. 249378 RETURN UNDELIVERABLE CANADIAN ADDRESSES TO DEPARTMENTS Industry News 4 CIRCULATION DEPT. 295 The West Mall, Suite 110, Toronto, Ontario M9C 4Z4 October/November 2009, Vol. 17, No. 5 Date of Issue: October 2009 ISSN 1716-7566 General Management Mclaughlin-abbott associates inc. Publisher keith Mclaughlin kmclaughlin@fleetbusiness.com Editor Mario Cywinski mario@fleetbusiness.com Contributing Editor Jake Mclaughlin jake@fleetbusiness.com Account Manager John McClung john@fleetbusiness.com Programs Manager beth Mclaughlin beth@fleetbusiness.com Smith Electric Vehicles Newton. will sell Sprinter starting January 1, 2010, when Sprinter’s association with Dodge will end. Sprinter will be serviced through Mercedes-Benz dealers. A 3.0 litre six-cylinder diesel engine will become available. “We are looking forward to integrating the Sprinter business into the Mercedes- Benz Canada infrastructure,” said Marcus Breitschwerdt, president and CEO, MBC.
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Coca-Cola Adds More Hybrid Trucks Coca-Cola has introduced 15 hybrid single axle tractors to its fleet. These trucks produce 30 per cent less fuel and emissions. “The expansion of our hybrid truck fleet across North America is a critical component of our commitment to reduce our overall carbon footprint by 15 per cent by he year 2020,” said John Brock, chairman and CEO, CCEI.<br /> <br /> Hybrid trucks will be used in Vancouver, Toronto, London, Ottawa and Montreal.<br /> <br /> Coca-Cola has 20 hybrid trucks in service at the moment.<br /> <br /> ELEC TRIC TRUCKS GAIN FA VOUR Smith Electric Vehicles US Corporation delivered Newton electric trucks to: Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Coca- Cola, Staples, Frito-Lay, AT&T and Kansas City Power & Light. “The electric vehicle technology delivered to these customers today can readily be delivered to fleets in every major town and city in North America,” said Darren Kell, of Smith Electric Vehicles. Lithium-Ion batteries with 120 kW motor give Newton electrics top speed of 80 km/h and range of 160 km on full charge. On-board battery chargers take six to eight hours to charge battery.<br /> <br /> Three models are available: 7,500 kg, 10,000 kg and 12,000 kg; max payload is 7,300 kg.<br /> <br /> Mercedes-benz adds sprinter Mercedes-Benz Canada (MBC) will sell Sprinter starting January 1, 2010, when Sprinter’s association with Dodge will end. Sprinter will be serviced through Mercedes-Benz dealers. A 3.0 litre six-cylinder diesel engine will become available. “We are looking forward to integrating the Sprinter business into the Mercedes- Benz Canada infrastructure,” said Marcus Breitschwerdt, president and CEO, MBC.<br /> <br />
