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eNow Powers “Rayfrigeration” Zero Emissions Truck Refrigeration Unit
eNow has demonstrated the effectiveness of its solar energy-producing systems for transportation by powering the first zero-emissions commercial-use Transport Refrigeration Unit (TRU) on a truck making deliveries in an urban environment. The new zero-emissions TRU, branded “Rayfrigeration,” has been undergoing real-world testing in California’s San Joaquin Valley. In the first five months of testing, emission…
Read More7 + 3 = 10
In talking with the drivers and fleets present at Sunday’s event, it was clear to me that all 7 of the trucking teams have 3 things in common. So, there you have it: 7 + 3 = 10 [7 fleets] + [3 best practices] = 10 mpg. Saving fuel is really as easy as 1,…
Read MoreeNow sees solar playing a larger role in trucking going forward
All week at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show in Atlanta, nearly every presenter has mentioned electric trucks and the growing electrification of the trucking industry. So, it was no surprise when solar company eNow noted how it too could help with these growing electric needs. (Click here to read the full article on FreightWaves)
Read MoreeNow is a Mesilla Valley Transportation Solutions Certified Technology
eNow recently underwent testing to determine the fuel economy savings achieved when eNow solar contributes to battery changing while the truck is underway, thereby reducing load on the alternator. The test was performed by MVT Solutions, which is an independent, 3rd party testing facility. The report found: “The eNow truck utilizing the solar panel had…
Read MoreeNow Harnessing Power of the Sun
eNow is ready and eager for a world where solar power turns vehicles into mobile charging stations.That was the message delivered by president and founder of eNow, Jeff Flath, at a press conference at this year’s North American Commercial Vehicle (NACV) show. “I founded the company in 2011 to bring solar-based auxiliary power units to…
Read MoreeNow and Icon Partner for Intracity Delivery Solution
eNow has partnered with Icon Wheelchairs to develop an innovative solution to the challenge of last-mile delivery. The solar-powered electric trike combines the all-terrain features developed for the Icon Explore wheelchair (shown, left) with the eNow solar panel trailer to provide an intracity package delivery solution with broad applications for large, congested urban areas. “The…
Read MoreWireless Monitoring System Checks Battery Charge, Battery Health
Solar panel system provider eNow is offering the Wireless Monitoring System for commercial vehicles. It’s designed to provide updates on the state of charge and state of health of the batteries. The system looks at both the source and usage of power to offer a better understanding of the power balance between all inputs and outputs. This…
Read MoreeNow Touts Real-Time Monitoring Service
A new real-time wireless monitoring system is being offered by eNow for its solar-powered auxiliary energy systems for fleets, to help them monitor the “state of charge” for truck batteries. (Click here to read full article on fleetowner.com)
Read MoreeNow Announces Wireless Monitoring for Its Solar-Based Solutions for Commercial Transportation
eNow announced the availability of its Wireless Monitoring System for commercial transportation. The primary purpose of the system is to provide commercial vehicles with a state of charge (SOC) and state of health of the batteries. A key advantage of eNow’s solution is that it looks at both the source and usage of power, enabling one to…
Read MoreAdvances in Work Truck Power, Efficiency and Productivity on Display at WTS17
The ongoing evolution of the commercial truck industry was on full display at The Work Truck Show® 2017 in Indianapolis, Indiana, last week. More than 500 exhibiting companies highlighted a wide range of new products and technology designed to make work trucks more efficient and productive on the job, including advances in electrification; diesel, gasoline and advanced fuel…
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