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Newsby Deborah LockridgeDecember 22, 2025

From Truck APUs to Intelligent Engines: NACFE Updates Idle Reduction Report

Idle reduction for heavy-duty trucks has come a long way. An updated playbook from the North American Council for Freight Efficiency explains what technologies deliver results today — and what’s coming next.

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Deecell solar power system for trucks.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 24, 2025

New Solar Power System for Sleepers

Deecell Power Systems has released a new solar power system designed for sleeper cabs and other long-haul applications.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeMarch 10, 2025

New Battle Born Power Pack Helps Cut Idling, Extend Battery Life

The lithium power system is designed to eliminate idle time and alleviate strain on starter batteries by providing dedicated power for hotel loads in long-haul trucks.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeMarch 9, 2025

Transtex Introduces Next-Generation eAPU with DClimate Lithium Pro

Lithium-ion battery technology means longer run times, less weight for DClimate's next-generation electric auxiliary power unit.

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Freightliner Cascadia with Phillips Industries solar panels.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 15, 2024

Phillips Industries Unveils Solar Panel Technology for Trucks

Phillips' Solar solutions can supplement or replace diesel usage, by providing up to 34 hours of power.

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Volvo VNL sleeper cab.
Articlesby Jack RobertsMay 10, 2024

Electric APUs Make Inroads in Trucking

Auxiliary power units on heavy-duty trucks are getting greener, cleaner and more essential for driver recruiting and retention — and they are increasingly electric.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 12, 2023

Dragonfly Energy Introduces All-Electric APU

Dragonfly Energy said its new Battle Born all-electric auxiliary power unit for trucks enables compliance with increasing anti-idling regulations while saving fuel, increasing uptime and payload, and reducing emissions.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 16, 2023

Carrier Transicold Fields New Aspen APU

Carrier Transicold said its new Aspen diesel auxiliary power unit provides a reliable way to deliver cab climate control and electrical power during rest breaks, eliminating truck idling.

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ProductsApril 28, 2023

Thermo King Launches Third Generation TriPac APU

Thermo King's third-generation TriPac Auxiliary Power Unit includes features such as TracKing telematics, emission reduction technology, and improved operational efficiency.

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Newsby Jim ParkDecember 12, 2022

RelGen Charges Truck Liftgate, HVAC Batteries without Idling 

Blackburn Energy’s RelGen onboard charging system captures untapped kinetic energy to charge accessory batteries with a faster and fuller charge.

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