“We call this micro hybridization because it takes over the power demand for all traditional idle power loads including A/C, hydraulics, lighting, onsite power, and more.” Johnson said Volta’s power systems could charge from a standard electrical 120V or 240V outlet without requiring specialized EV charging infrastructure. Completely separate from the drivetrain, operators can use the power for booms, power tools, cabin A/C, and more without idling the vehicle’s engine,” Johnson explained. “These systems can use stored energy to run all necessary auxiliary power loads. This energy can then be stored in power packs and used to power tools and equipment when the engine is off. With these systems, a secondary alternator under the hood converts the main engine’s waste energy from driving into usable energy. Micro-hybridization is one such solution. “If we can eliminate idling entirely, we can virtually eliminate up to 70% of fuel costs - sometimes even more - for vehicles spending most of their time doing stationary work.” Johnson said using an auxiliary system to power tools and equipment can significantly reduce or even eliminate idling. Because workers need significant power at job sites, many work trucks spend about 70% or more of their time idling,” said Jack Johnson, CTO and co-founder of Volta Power Systems. “For work trucks, idling means access to power and, often, comfort. Work trucks are unique some must idle to get the job done. So putting new idle reduction tactics in place can have the ripple effects fleets need in the current economy.Ĭheck out these tips that can help fleets make the most of the latest technology to whittle down idling more than ever before, even for assets that require idling: Tip 1: Micro-Hybridize Reducing idling also minimizes vehicle wear and tear, extends the vehicle’s life, and reduces total cost of ownership (TCO). That’s not all idle reduction efforts do. Reducing idling can significantly reduce wasted fuel - and with fuel prices ringing in at around $6 per gallon, the associated savings can add up quickly. Most light-duty and medium-duty work truck engines burn between 0.6 and 1.2 gallons of fuel per hour when idling. When an engine idles, fuel economy drops to zero. By Shelley MikaĪs record-high fuel costs threaten to annihilate even the most thoughtfully planned budgets, many fleets look for ways to reduce fuel consumption or cut other costs to compensate.
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