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Guest Interviews | RadioNemoMike McHorse on NACFE’s “Run on Less – Messy Middle” & Albert Transport’s Alternative Power Move | Road Gang RadioOn this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Mike McHorse, Director of Industry Engagement at the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), to break down one of the most talked-about events in trucking — Run on Less: Messy Middle.This year’s Run showcases 13 fleets exploring a mix of diesel, natural gas, battery-electric, and hydrogen fuel cell powertrains in real-world, long-haul conditions. The featured fleet in this episode: Albert Transport.In This Episode:• How Albert Transport is approaching alternative power solutions• Routes, deployment details, and efficien...2025-08-1511 min
Road Gang Radio | RadioNemoRoad Gang Radio | August 15th, 2025Welcome to RadioNemo -- Your Destination for All Things Trucking & Transportation MediaRadioNemo is a leading audio & video content platform serving the #trucking, logistics, & transportation industries. Known for innovative programming & high-quality live event coverage, RadioNemo connects professional drivers, industry leaders, & fans with compelling stories, up-to-date trucking news, & engaging on-air personalities.With decades of experience & a loyal audience, RadioNemo delivers trusted content through shows that inform, entertain, & inspire. From in-depth interviews with transportation experts to real-time updates from the road, we cover everything drivers care about: freight, regulations, industry trends...2025-08-153h 58Guest Interviews | RadioNemoUPS Fleet Spotlight: Natural Gas Power in NACFE’s Run on Less – Messy MiddleOn this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac sits down with Jeff Seger, Clean Energy Consultant and lead on natural gas fleets in NACFE’s Run on Less – Messy Middle. This fall, 13 fleets will take part in this real-world demonstration to explore the “messy middle” of trucking — a time when fleets can choose from diesel, natural gas, batteries, and hydrogen fuel cells.In this conversation, Jeff highlights UPS’s alternative power approach, their routes, deployment details, and the most interesting takeaways from NACFE’s data so far. Learn what to watch for when the Run k...2025-08-1310 minGuest Interviews | RadioNemoNevoya’s Journey into the Messy Middle | NACFE Run on Less 2025 | Nemo NationThis fall, 13 fleets will participate in the North American Council for Freight Efficiency’s (NACFE) Run on Less – Messy Middle — a real-world demonstration bringing clarity to the future of long-haul trucking.In this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Rick Mihelic, NACFE’s Director of Emerging Technologies, to spotlight Nevoya, one of the featured fleets in the Run.We dive into:Nevoya’s alternative powertrain strategiesThe routes, plans, and deployment details for their fleetWhat...2025-08-1107 minGuest Interviews | RadioNemo4Gen Fleet Spotlight | Run on Less: The Messy Middle with Rick Mihelic of NACFEIn this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac sits down with Rick Mihelic, Director of Emerging Technologies at the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) and lead for battery-electric vehicle (BEV) fleet strategy in the Run on Less – Messy Middle program.As NACFE gears up for its fifth Run on Less event, Rick joins the show to spotlight 4Gen, one of 13 fleets participating in this real-world demonstration. The “Messy Middle” refers to the current era of trucking, where fleets are experimenting with a variety of powertrain solutions including diesel, natural gas, battery-electric, and hydrogen fuel c...2025-08-0811 minRoad Gang Radio | RadioNemoRoad Gang Radio | August 8th, 2025Welcome to RadioNemo -- Your Destination for All Things Trucking & Transportation MediaRadioNemo is a leading audio & video content platform serving the #trucking, logistics, & transportation industries. Known for innovative programming & high-quality live event coverage, RadioNemo connects professional drivers, industry leaders, & fans with compelling stories, up-to-date trucking news, & engaging on-air personalities.With decades of experience & a loyal audience, RadioNemo delivers trusted content through shows that inform, entertain, & inspire. From in-depth interviews with transportation experts to real-time updates from the road, we cover everything drivers care about: freight, regulations, industry trends...2025-08-083h 58Guest Interviews | RadioNemoRun on Less: Inside the Messy Middle with Rick Mihelic of NACFE | Road Gang RadioIn this special edition of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Rick Mihelic, Director of Emerging Technologies at the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) and lead on battery-electric vehicle (BEV) fleets for Run on Less – The Messy Middle.This fall, 13 fleets across North America are taking part in NACFE’s fifth Run on Less, showcasing real-world deployments of diesel, natural gas, battery-electric, and hydrogen fuel cell powertrains.Rick shares insights on:Which fleet is being highlighted today 2025-08-0612 minRoad Gang Radio | RadioNemoRoad Gang Radio | August 6th, 2025Welcome to RadioNemo -- Your Destination for All Things Trucking & Transportation MediaRadioNemo is a leading audio & video content platform serving the #trucking, logistics, & transportation industries. Known for innovative programming & high-quality live event coverage, RadioNemo connects professional drivers, industry leaders, & fans with compelling stories, up-to-date trucking news, & engaging on-air personalities.With decades of experience & a loyal audience, RadioNemo delivers trusted content through shows that inform, entertain, & inspire. From in-depth interviews with transportation experts to real-time updates from the road, we cover everything drivers care about: freight, regulations, industry trends...2025-08-063h 58
Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 116: Leia Guccione – RMILeia Guccione, managing director of carbon free transportation at RMI, talks about her career in the Navy and the Naval Reserve and how the skills she learned there transferred to her job in the civilian world. She also talks about the value teams bring to problem solving, her passion for working on a problem from a variety of angles, what excites her about working in transportation, the transportation transformation that is taking place and how BEVs have the potential to make it easier to make the grid green.
2025-08-0525 minGuest Interviews | RadioNemoRun on Less: Real Data from Real Fleets with Dean Bushey | Nemo NationIn this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome Dean Bushey, Director of Programs at NACFE, to discuss one of the most innovative industry events of the year — Run on Less: The Messy Middle.2025-08-0407 min
Nemo Nation | RadioNemoNemo Nation | August 4th, 2025Welcome to RadioNemo -- Your Destination for All Things Trucking & Transportation MediaRadioNemo is a leading audio & video content platform serving the #trucking, logistics, & transportation industries. Known for innovative programming & high-quality live event coverage, RadioNemo connects professional drivers, industry leaders, & fans with compelling stories, up-to-date trucking news, & engaging on-air personalities.With decades of experience & a loyal audience, RadioNemo delivers trusted content through shows that inform, entertain, & inspire. From in-depth interviews with transportation experts to real-time updates from the road, we cover everything drivers care about: freight, regulations, industry trends...2025-08-043h 59Guest Interviews | RadioNemoInside Run on Less: Clean Energy Expert Jeff Seger Talks Natural Gas & the 'Messy Middle' | Road Gang RadioIn this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Jeff Seger, Clean Energy Consultant with NACFE (North American Council for Freight Efficiency), to talk about the upcoming Run on Less – Messy Middle demonstration.This fall, 13 diverse fleets will be participating in the run, showcasing how diesel, natural gas, battery-electric, and hydrogen fuel cell trucks can co-exist in today's market. Jeff shares details about the featured fleet of the day, what their deployment looks like, and what NACFE hopes to uncover during this important experiment in long-haul sustainability.Wi...2025-08-0114 minRoad Gang Radio | RadioNemoRoad Gang Radio | August 1st, 2025Welcome to RadioNemo -- Your Destination for All Things Trucking & Transportation MediaRadioNemo is a leading audio & video content platform serving the #trucking, logistics, & transportation industries. Known for innovative programming & high-quality live event coverage, RadioNemo connects professional drivers, industry leaders, & fans with compelling stories, up-to-date trucking news, & engaging on-air personalities.With decades of experience & a loyal audience, RadioNemo delivers trusted content through shows that inform, entertain, & inspire. From in-depth interviews with transportation experts to real-time updates from the road, we cover everything drivers care about: freight, regulations, industry trends...2025-08-013h 57Guest Interviews | RadioNemoFinalizing the Fuel Facts: Mike Roeth on the Future of Trucking Efficiency | Nemo NationWhat’s fact, what’s fiction, and what’s actually fueling the future of freight? In this insightful episode of Nemo Nation, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Mike Roeth, Executive Director of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), to help us finalize the fuel facts once and for all.From electric trucks and alternative fuels to tire pressure and aerodynamics, Roeth breaks down what’s working, what’s next, and what’s just hype when it comes to fuel efficiency in the trucking industry.2025-07-2807 min
Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 115: Cliff Campbell – Center for Freight and Logistics Efficiency with Electrified and Automated TruckingCliff Campbell, managing director and industry liaison officer for the Center For Freight and Logistics Efficiency With Electrified and Automated Trucking, explains what the organization does to bridge the valley of death in innovation and how the center leverages the research dollars of its members. He also talks about the three projects that are currently underway at the center which include an EV case study, development of a new type of motor and 3D printing of EV parts. He also shares his views on autonomous trucks including why he thinks there will always need to be a human in...2025-07-2225 minGuest Interviews | RadioNemoFueling the Future: Mike Roeth on What’s Next for the Fuel Folks | Nemo NationOn this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome back longtime friend of the show Mike Roeth, Executive Director of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE). As alternative fuels, electric trucks, and sustainable tech reshape the road ahead, Mike breaks down what the future looks like for the "fuel folks" — from diesel die-hards to EV innovators. Whether you’re behind the wheel or behind the desk, this conversation offers insight into the evolving energy landscape of the trucking industry.2025-07-2107 minNemo Nation | RadioNemoNemo Nation | July 21st, 2025Welcome to RadioNemo -- Your Destination for All Things Trucking & Transportation MediaRadioNemo is a leading audio & video content platform serving the #trucking, logistics, & transportation industries. Known for innovative programming & high-quality live event coverage, RadioNemo connects professional drivers, industry leaders, & fans with compelling stories, up-to-date trucking news, & engaging on-air personalities.With decades of experience & a loyal audience, RadioNemo delivers trusted content through shows that inform, entertain, & inspire. From in-depth interviews with transportation experts to real-time updates from the road, we cover everything drivers care about: freight, regulations, industry trends...2025-07-214h 01Guest Interviews | RadioNemoRun on Real Data: Mike McHorse on the Future of Diesel and Fleets in Transition | Nemo NationOn this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac speak with Mike McHorse, Director of Industry Engagement at NACFE, about the evolving role of diesel fleets in the decarbonization journey. As a lead voice in the Run on Less initiative, Mike shares insights on how diesel is holding its ground—even while electric and alternative powertrains gain momentum. From real-world fleet performance data to infrastructure gaps and driver feedback, this conversation goes beyond hype to highlight what’s really happening on the road.2025-07-1407 minNemo Nation | RadioNemoNemo Nation | July 14th, 2025Welcome to RadioNemo -- Your Destination for All Things Trucking & Transportation MediaRadioNemo is a leading audio & video content platform serving the #trucking, logistics, & transportation industries. Known for innovative programming & high-quality live event coverage, RadioNemo connects professional drivers, industry leaders, & fans with compelling stories, up-to-date trucking news, & engaging on-air personalities.With decades of experience & a loyal audience, RadioNemo delivers trusted content through shows that inform, entertain, & inspire. From in-depth interviews with transportation experts to real-time updates from the road, we cover everything drivers care about: freight, regulations, industry trends...2025-07-143h 51
Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 114: Jason Morgan – Fleet EquipmentJason Morgan, content director at Fleet Equipment, talks about how the pandemic shaped Fleet Equipment’s direction and his move from magazine editor to digital content producer. He also talks about his desire to tell a great story, what keeps him in trucking and his impressions of ACT Expo. He also shares his thoughts on what it’s going to take to get us through the next several years.
2025-07-0822 minGuest Interviews | RadioNemoBeyond Diesel: Powering the Future of Trucking | Nemo NationOn this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Mike Roeth, Executive Director of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), to talk about the shifting energy landscape in trucking. From electric and hydrogen to renewable natural gas and hybrid tech, Roeth shares why the future of freight is more than just diesel. Whether you're behind the wheel or managing a fleet, this conversation breaks down the real-world benefits, challenges, and innovations shaping a multi-fuel, multi-powertrain future.2025-07-0707 minNemo Nation | RadioNemoNemo Nation | July 7th, 2025Welcome to RadioNemo -- Your Destination for All Things Trucking & Transportation MediaRadioNemo is a leading audio & video content platform serving the #trucking, logistics, & transportation industries. Known for innovative programming & high-quality live event coverage, RadioNemo connects professional drivers, industry leaders, & fans with compelling stories, up-to-date trucking news, & engaging on-air personalities.With decades of experience & a loyal audience, RadioNemo delivers trusted content through shows that inform, entertain, & inspire. From in-depth interviews with transportation experts to real-time updates from the road, we cover everything drivers care about: freight, regulations, industry trends...2025-07-074h 08Nemo Nation | RadioNemoNemo Nation | June 30th, 2025Welcome to RadioNemo -- Your Destination for All Things Trucking & Transportation MediaRadioNemo is a leading audio & video content platform serving the #trucking, logistics, & transportation industries. Known for innovative programming & high-quality live event coverage, RadioNemo connects professional drivers, industry leaders, & fans with compelling stories, up-to-date trucking news, & engaging on-air personalities.With decades of experience & a loyal audience, RadioNemo delivers trusted content through shows that inform, entertain, & inspire. From in-depth interviews with transportation experts to real-time updates from the road, we cover everything drivers care about: freight, regulations, industry trends...2025-07-012h 07Guest Interviews | RadioNemoWhat’s Next for Trucking? Mike Roeth Talks Electric Rigs & Roadside Charging | Nemo NationThis week on Nemo Nation, Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac catch up with Mike Roeth, Executive Director of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), as he continues his mission to explore the future of trucking technology.From coast-to-coast road tests to deep dives on electric trucks, Mike has seen firsthand what’s working — and what isn’t — when it comes to new tech in the trucking industry. In this episode, we get into an in-depth conversation about the real-world progress of electric trucks, the challenges of building a reliable charging network, and how flee...2025-06-3007 min
Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 113: Kim Ehrenhaft – NACFEKim Ehrenhaft, NACFE’s design director and trucking industry marketing consultant, talks about her career in the trucking industry, the work she does for NACFE, the role of graphics and infographics and makes an infographic successful. She also talks about the value Run on Less brings to the trucking industry and peels back the curtain about what happens at visits to the participating fleets.
2025-06-2425 minGuest Interviews | RadioNemoThe Long Haul to Innovation: Mark Roeth on Tech Advancements in TruckingIn this episode of Nemo Nation, Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome Mike Roeth, Executive Director of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), for a forward-looking conversation about the evolving landscape of long-haul trucking technology.From electric and hydrogen-powered trucks to aerodynamic improvements and fuel efficiency strategies, Mike breaks down where the industry stands today—and what’s just around the corner. With NACFE at the forefront of testing, data collection, and real-world reporting, Mike shares updates from the front lines of innovation and what fleets, drivers, and tech developers need to know...2025-06-2309 minNemo Nation | RadioNemoNemo Nation | June 16th, 2025Buckle up for a show that shifts as quickly as trucking itself. Nemo Nation is Dave Nemo like you’ve never heard him before. Live from New Orleans, the trucking radio legend holds court at the center of a rapid-fire Monday show that brings the news to you, providing a quick overview of the trucking industry's past week and upcoming events. Filtered through rocking music, outrageous factoids, and god-awful dad jokes, Nemo Nation pulls transportation reporters, podcasters, influencers, and the larger players into a conversation about the wild world of trucking. ...2025-06-163h 51Guest Interviews | RadioNemoThe Messy Middle: Rick Mihelic on Run On Less and the Future of Freight Efficiency | Nemo NationOn this episode of Nemo Nation, Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome Rick Mihelic—Director of Emerging Technologies for NACFE and President of Mihelic Vehicle Consulting—for a deep dive into the latest phase of Run On Less: The Messy Middle. With over four decades of experience in advanced vehicle development, including groundbreaking work with Peterbilt, Lockheed, NASA, and the DOE, Rick shares insights from recent site visits and how real-world fleets are navigating the complex transition between diesel and zero-emission technologies. From aerodynamics to EV integration, this conversation explores what’s working, what’s not, and what it will tak...2025-06-1607 min
RoadrageousThe Intersection of Safety and EfficiencyMike Roeth is the Executive Director of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), a nonprofit organization that promotes the adoption of technologies and practices to enhance freight efficiency and sustainability across North America. With nearly 40 years in the commercial vehicle industry, he specializes in bringing green truck technologies into real-world applications at scale. Mike also serves as the trucking lead at RMI and has held leadership roles at Navistar and Behr/Cummins. Recognized as an industry influencer by FleetOwner and honored as the 2020 SAE L. Ray Buckendale Lecturer, he is a prominent voice in advancing freight efficiency...2025-06-1243 min
Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 112: Deborah Lockridge – Heavy Duty TruckingDeborah Lockridge, editor and associate publisher of Heavy Duty Trucking, why she loves the trucking industry, what makes Heavy Duty Trucking unique and its role in the trucking industry of providing perspective and insights. She also shares her opinion on whether trucking is more challenging now than it was in the past and about how we are doing attracting women to the industry. And she gives tips on what makes a good story.
2025-06-1121 minNemo Nation | RadioNemoNemo Nation | June 9th, 2025The debut episode of Nemo Nation, hosted by trucking radio legend Dave Nemo and the incomparable Jimmy Mac.This week’s lineup includes:Tarrah Garis on Breaker Breaker BacktalkAndy Poliakoff of CVTAJami Jones of LandLine MediaRick Gobbell of FMCSADean Croke of DAT AnalyticsMike Lutzenkirchen of the Lutzie 43 FoundationElisabeth Barna of EAB StrategiesTrucking influencer Alex NinoDan Ronan of Transport TopicsMike Roeth of NACFEJohn Esparza of TXTAEric Moser for the Pittsburgh Power PitstopListen live at radionemo.comAbout Nemo NationBuckle up for a...2025-06-094h 00Guest Interviews | RadioNemoMike Roeth on NACFE’s Run on Less & the “Messy Middle” of Trucking Efficiency | Nemo NationMike Roeth, Executive Director of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), joins Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac for a rapid fire update from the frontlines of freight innovation on this episode of Nemo Nation.NACFE is known for its data-driven approach to improving freight efficiency, sustainability, and performance across North America. In this interview, Mike shares updates from the latest Run on Less – Messy Middle site visits, including insights from Wegmans and Pilot, where new technologies and strategies are being tested in real-world operations.Key topics include:...2025-06-0907 min
Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 111: Giorgio Rizzoni – The Ohio State University and the Center for Automotive ResearchGiorgio Rizzoni, professor at The Ohio State University and director of the Center For Automotive Research, talks about how he came to Ohio State and explains the role of a research center in educating the next generation of engineers. He also talks about his role in developing engine controls and emissions controls. He also talks about his work at the DOE hybrid-electric refuse trucks, what he is excited about in trucking and the importance of writing.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 110: Mike Rowand – Energy and Electric Transportation ConsultantMike Rowand, energy and electric transportation consultant, talks about his career with Duke Energy, his work with EPRI and his role as an interface between the utility and the trucking industries. He also talks what utilities need to know about trucking and about grid readiness. He explains the role of communication and collaboration and how fleets can help utilities do a better job of serving them.
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Quick ChargeBig Mack, hydrogen Honda, and a ride in the Tesla Semi at ACT Expo 2025 [part 6]On today's thrilling episode of Quick Charge, we've got some of the highlights of the 2025 ACT Expo, including the all-electric Windrose and Mack Pioneer Class 8s trucks, a hydrogen fuel sell [sic] from Honda, a fun charging surprise, and – after an eight year wait – we finally get a ride in the all-new (in 2017) Tesla Semi!
ACT Expo is North America's premier clean truck and transport trade show – and for 2025 it was bigger than ever, with more exhibitors and more, more capable battery electric vehicles than ever. The downsides? NACFE have scored with their "messy middle" messaging, and the retur...2025-05-0700 min
Freight Nation: A Trucking PodcastGreatest Hits – You Won’t Believe What Slowing Down Did for Joel Morrow’s Trucking BusinessWhat happens when a third-generation trucker decides working hard isn’t enough and starts working smart?In this Greatest Hits episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Joel Morrow, CEO of Alpha Drivers Testing & Consulting and a pioneer of fuel-efficient, data-backed fleet operations. Joel shares how early lessons from his father’s recycling business shaped his obsession with efficiency. From driving a 1968 International cabover to founding Alpha Drivers, Joel explains why “time value” matters more than miles, and how outdated trucking pay structures continue to harm retention, safety, and profitability. Together, they explore...2025-05-0645 min
Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 109: Ken North – NACFEKen North, NACFE’s emerging technologies consultant, talks with Mike about the curve ball from his youth that changed his career plans and led him back to trucking, the value of relationships in the trucking industry, and why he joined NACFE. He also comments on what’s special about the trucking industry, the role of efficiency in logistics and transportation for economic survival and what technologies intrigue him. And he talks about his connection to the pioneers.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 108: Andrew Halonen – Mayflower ConsultingAndrew Halonen, president of Mayflower Consulting, talks about his passion for lightweighting, and why he sees himself as a technology matchmaker. He also talks about a new technology for trailers called origami, the importance of keeping an open mind when it comes to new materials, sustainability and lightweighting and the role of AI in helping to find cost savings and sustainable solutions.
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HDT Talks TruckingWhat's the 'Messy Middle' of Long-Haul Decarbonization?What's the best path to decarbonization for your trucking fleet? The North American Council for Freight Efficiency is looking at the "messy middle" of alternative fuels and drivetrains for long haul in this year's Run on Less. North American Council for Freight Efficiency Executive Director Mike Roeth joins HDT Editor & Associate Publisher Deborah Lockridge to talk about NACFE's Run on Less - Messy Middle and a new definition of "long haul." * Sponsored by: Shell Multi Service Fuel Card * Battery-electric trucks, fuel efficiency, biodiesel, renewable diesel, natural gas, ren...2025-04-1122 min
Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 107: Elaine Jones – Stillwater HospiceElaine Jones, chief financial officer at Stillwater Hospice and NACFE’s accountant, talks about the importance of target costing in product design and why everyone needs to understand what something costs to build and why. She also shares her thoughts about NACFE, the contractor business model and she gives advice on getting through these times of uncertainty and even gives Mike some advice for the future.
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FreightvineMike Roeth | Crossing the Muddy MiddleThis week’s guest is Mike Roeth, Executive Director of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency or NACFE. NACFE has been around for over 15 years - originating from a workshop run by the Rocky Mountain Institute in 2009. Their objective is to drive the development and adoption of efficiency enhancing, environmentally beneficial, and cost-effective technologies, services, and operational practices in the movement of goods across North America. Mike has been leading NACFE in these efforts pretty much since its inception. In the conversation, Mike discusses the concept of the “Messy MIddle” - a term that NACFE introduced to the industry. ...2025-03-2047 minHDT Talks TruckingThe Future of RNG as a Truck FuelRenewable natural gas is an amazing clean fuel. It can deliver diesel-like range and performance on the highway, while emitting vastly reduced tailpipe emissions. So why won't environmental regulatory agency approve it as a practical solution to help fleets move away from diesel toward cleaner fuels? HDT sat down with Chad Lindholm, executive vice president, sales, for Clean Energy for some perspective on the future of RNG in heavy-duty trucking applications.What You'll Learn in This Episode of HDT Talks Trucking: Why long-haul trucking has a ZEV problem Why RNG might...2025-02-1919 min
Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 106: Emilia Sibley – TerawattEmilia Sibley, general manager of Terawatt, talks about how EV infrastructure seems like a solvable problem, what’s she’s learned about the trucking industry and the importance of listening to fleets. She also comments on how we are in a once in a century transition and the need to lean in to the transition.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 105: Ryan Bankerd – UPS and NACFE board memberRyan Bankerd, global director of automotive sustainability at UPS and NACFE board member, talks about his status as a NACFE fanboy, decarbonizing the world’s largest private delivery fleet and why he thinks it’s time to change the messy middle to the middle. He also talks about UPS’ rolling laboratory, the technologies UPS is scaling and he offers advice on how fleets should approach the next few years when looking at technology solutions.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 104: Dean Bushey – NACFEDean Bushey, NACFE’s director of programs, talks about his career in the military and how it led to his involvement with autonomous vehicles. He also commented on the current and future state of AVs, and his work on the Electric Vehicle Working Group. He shared his thoughts on making it through the messy middle and gave advice on preparing for autonomous trucks.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 103: Yann Kulp – DriivzYann Kulp, director of sales – USA for Driivz, talks about the two ways of looking at transportation, his definition of EV suitability and the benefits of being tactical. He also explains what Driivz is and encourages fleets to begin taking baby steps and look for use cases for BEVs.
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Ruta TyTSelección 2024 | Profesionalización de las flotas: Tendencias para 2024Este año nos trajo entrevistas inolvidables, historias inspiradoras y análisis de las tendencias más importantes del autotransporte y la logística.
Este 2024 estuvo lleno de grandes momentos, entrevistas exclusivas y análisis de las tendencias que marcaron la industria del autotransporte y la logística. Ahora, puedes revivir los episodios más destacados de nuestro podcast Ruta TyT y escuchar a los expertos que redefinieron el rumbo del sector.
En este episodio: José Gutiérrez, socio fundador de Highpercons y representante en México y Latinoamérica del NA...2024-12-2642 min
Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 102: Jim Park – Journalist and NACFEJim Park, award winning trucking journalist and a technologies consultant for NACFE, talks about his career as a truck driver, how he made the switch to trucking journalism and why he always tries to put himself into the mind of his audience. He also shares his thoughts on battery electric vehicles and the dramatic improvements that have been made in diesel engines.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 101: Ben Sharpe – Atlas Public PolicyBen Sharpe, senior researcher at Atlas Public Policy, talks about the importance of people in the environmental community and policy space to have a connection to industry. He also shares why he has dedicated a big part of his career to trucking and shares his thoughts on policy in the transformation of the trucking industry. He also provides insights into how to navigate the changes in trucking.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 100: Mike Roeth – NACFEIn this episode we flip the script and have Mike Roeth, the show’s host, answer questions posed by his granddaughter Makenzie Roeth. He talks about driving his first diesel truck at the age of 13 and about his first time behind the wheel of an electric truck. He also talks about his career before NACFE and his job as NACFE’s executive director and why he is so proud of the Run on Less series.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 99: Jim Castelaz – Motiv Electric TrucksJim Castelaz, founder and chief technology and revenue officer at Motiv Electric Trucks, talks about why he started Motiv and why it feels like we are at an inflection point with EVs today. He also shares his thoughts on the importance of being clear on vocabulary and terms and about learning from what went well and what didn’t. Finally, he talks about the 3 key metrics of EVs and reminds us to not lose sight of the wins.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 98: Dave Mullaney – TruCurrentDave Mullaney, chief transformation officer, truCurrent, talks about the lessons that can be learned from the growth of EVs in China and the accelerated transition pathway to EVs that we are on in the US. He also talks about his career in transportation, what a chief transformation officer does and truCurrent’s role in electrifying fleets. He also shares why he thinks its importance to be open to new ideas and the importance of self-forgiveness during transformative times.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 97: Michele Calbi –Team DriveAwayMichele Calbi, CEO of Team DriveAway, talks about her experience moving a fleet from 5.2 MPG to 7.2 MPG and about the importance of drivers in the fuel-economy equation. She also talks about what got her into trucking and how she has enjoyed her time working at a fleet and at various OEMs. She shares some of the options for moving trucks including decking and she gives some advice for navigating the future.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 96: Jason Mathers – Environmental Defense FundJason Mathers, director of the Environmental Defense Fund, talks about the history of the EDF, what it is currently focusing on, and his commitment to problem solving. He also talks about what he loves about working in the trucking industry, the progress we’ve made on reducing emissions and the distance we still have to go. He also offers advice on how to make sure you understand emissions policies and regulations.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 95: Yunsu Park – NACFEYunsu Park, NACFE’s director of engineering, talks about his career at Navistar and Propel, the importance of doing new things and the data side of Run on Less. He also talks about taking risks, how ready trucking is for what’s coming up ahead and the best way to get people to change.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 94: Jordan Spradling – Pilot Flying JJordan Spradling, vice president of transportation and logistics at Pilot Flying J, talks about the history of the travel center chain, the challenges of balancing the various needs of travel center customers and keeping the sites updated. He also talks about Pilot’s role in shaping the future of energy, the need to look at all the energy solutions during this period of transition, testing of hydrogen fuel cell trucks to haul hydrogen and encourages everyone to be optimistic about the future.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 93: Bruce Stockton – Wilson LogisticsBruce Stockton, chief operating officer of Wilson Logistics and NACFE founder, talks about what drew him to trucking and his years at CFI and Conway. He also talks about the value of networking, the importance of data in driving decision making, and making sure technology decisions have a good ROI. Finally, he shares his thoughts on the 2027 emissions regulations and electric trucks.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 92: John Hroncich – BAE SystemsJohn Hroncich, director of North American transit sales at BAE Systems, talks about what BAE Systems does, how transit has been ahead of trucking in terms of trying new technologies, and walks us through the various alternative fuel options in the bus market. He also shares why the voice of the customer is so important and encourages people in the trucking industry to be open minded when it comes to powertrain options.
2024-07-3026 min
Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 91: Rob Swim – Trucking Industry VeteranRob Swim, a trucking industry veteran, talks about his 35-year passion in the truck business, the International CXT, the complexity of vocational vehicles, and what it takes to be a successful truck dealer. He also shares his thoughts on all the powertrain options available, about the Scout and its battery electric reincarnation and about the perfect places for electric trucks.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 90: Amory Lovins – RMIAmory Lovins, co-founder and chairman emeritus of RMI, talks about why he thinks we have only scratched the surface of how much efficiency is available and worth buying. He also talks about the importance of integrative design and the role of both speed and drivers in improving efficiency. And he shares how he thinks NACFE has helped the trucking industry and how he views various alternatives to diesel.
2024-04-3026 min
Freight Nation: A Trucking PodcastRethinking Trucking Standards with Joel Morrow of Alpha Drivers Testing & ConsultingIn this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Joel Morrow, CEO of Alpha Drivers Testing & Consulting.Join them as they explore:A new model for fair compensation and safer roads in the trucking spaceHow efficiency challenges led to a breakthrough in fleet managementWhy the 6x2 axle configurations work better than the 6x4 onesFuel efficiency strategies for fleet ownersAnd much more!Joel has been the Senior Driver and Head of Research and Development at Ploger Transportation since 1987. He brings over 30 years of experience in commercial vehicle specifications, fuel...2024-04-0945 min
More Than Eight Minutes - Extended InterviewsDecarbonizing Freight & Trucking - Mike Roeth (North American Council for Freight Efficiency)Send us a textPaul sits with Mike Roeth of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) to discuss the current state of trucking and how that industry is decarbonizing. Although trucks only account for 5-10% of the vehicles on the road, they contribute up to a quarter of the transportation sector's greenhouse gas emissions.But whereas challenges remain to fully decarbonize long haul, heavy duty trucking, Mike and Paul dig into the different use cases and opportunities that the industry has to electrify existing vehicles today.If you want to hear...2024-04-0851 min
Eight Minute Climate FixDecarbonizing Freight & Trucking (Mike Roeth - NACFE) - Episode 72Let us know how we're doing - text us feedback or thoughts on episode contentPaul sits with Mike Roeth of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) to discuss the current state of trucking and how that industry is decarbonizing. Although trucks only account for 5-10% of the vehicles on the road, they contribute up to a quarter of the transportation sector's greenhouse gas emissions.But whereas challenges remain to fully decarbonize long haul, heavy duty trucking, Mike and Paul dig into the different use cases and opportunities that the industry has to...2024-04-0809 min
Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 89: James Menzies – Today’s TruckingJames Menzies, editor of Today’s Trucking, talks about the efficiency of Canada’s long combination vehicles, how getting his CDL made him a better trucking journalist, and reporting in the digital age. He shares his thoughts on the difference between the Canadian and U.S. trucking industries and the transformational changes that are happening in trucking.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 88: Henrik Holland – PrologisHenrik Holland, global head of Prologis, talks about how he views the current pace of electric vehicle deployment and the importance of engaging all stakeholders early in the electrification process. He also shares how his previous jobs prepared him for the role he has today, explains how Prologis operates and shares his thoughts on the Electric Vehicle Working Group.
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Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & FriendsEp. 87: Coralie Cooper – NESCAUMCoralie Cooper, deputy director of NESCAUM, talks about the role of the organization and how medium- and heavy-duty trucks fit into her work. She also talks about what influenced her work including her Noble Prize-winning father’s influence. She also shares her impression of NACFE’s day at the White House, and what’s on NESCAUM’s 2024 agenda.
2024-02-2025 minRuta TyTProfesionalización de las flotas: Tendencias para 2024José Gutiérrez, socio fundador de Highpercons y representante en México y Latinoamérica del NACFE, comparte que la generación de métricas y el uso de tecnologías serán temas clave para las empresas transportistas.2024-02-1342 min
Automotive State of The UnionParts Suppliers Pinched, Public Distrust of Autonomy, Tesla Semi’s New RecordShoot us a Text.We’re flying into this Thursday as we review the challenging effects the UAW strike is having on parts suppliers. We also review a new study about public trust in autonomy, as well as a new record set by a Tesla Semi Truck.Due to the ongoing UAW strike against Detroit 3, nearly 30% of suppliers have initiated layoffs, with this number expected to surpass 60% by mid-October, reveals a MEMA (Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association) survey. The strike that started on September 15, has significantly impacted the auto supply chain, amplifying financial pressures from th...2023-10-0515 min
Out of Spec PodcastTesla Semi Testing Exceeds Expectations! A Look Into The Future Of EV TruckingMax and Francie sit down to discuss the Run On Less event by the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) featuring real-life, independent testing of Tesla Semi trucks. We discuss what data and results came from the event so far, which expectations were exceeded, what challenges remain, and what must happen to make EV semis a typical and reliable part of the economy. Find us on all of these places:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/outofspecpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119Spotify...2023-09-2331 min
Batteries IncludedKyle Melts Kia EV6 On Autobahn, Tesla Model 3 Actually Burns On Highway00:00:00 Intro
00:03:07 Kyle heat stresses Kia EV6 GT with Autobahn and DC fast charging
00:10:34 Tesla Model 3 burns on the highway after apparently hitting some road debris
00:25:39 Peugeot E-3008 debuts as the first vehicle on the Stellantis STLA Medium platform
00:40:45 an all-new Hyundai Kona Electric officially debuts in the US
00:54:05 Tesla Semi and a number of other assorted commercial trucks taking part in the North American Council for Freight Efficiency’s (NACFE) Run On Less program (www.runonless.com)
01:02:22 Honda Motocompacto debuts as a last-mile vehicle that pairs with el...2023-09-161h 30HDT Talks TruckingNavigating Battery-Electric Truck Charging ChallengesIt’s easy enough to buy a battery-electric truck, but fleets are being forced to wait up to two years for their chargers. Site design, permitting, and construction take forever.
Matt Horton, CEO of Voltera Power, talks to Jim Park on HDT Talks Trucking on how fleets can navigate these waters. Voltera develops charging facilities for light, medium and heavy vehicles. Horton says the upfront costs of developing charging facilities are sidelining some fleets. Others just don’t have the resources to wade through the bureaucratic swamp and get shovels in the ground.
Horton discusses the challenges, and offers advi...2023-05-1530 min
Overdrive RadioPaths to 10-plus mpg in a Class 8 diesel tractor with aero, downspeeding, moreIn this edition of the Overdrive Radio podcast, drop in with three operators for a panel discussion held at the Mid-America Trucking Show last month. The discussion was aimed at showing all the ways these three have done what once might have been unthinkable -- get to, and pass, the 10-miles-per-gallon mark in a Class 8 tractor-trailer hauling freight.
They included a man longtime Overdrive readers will well be familiar with -- 2007 Overdrive Trucker of the Year Henry Albert, running independent and as a longtime participant in Freightliner’s Run Smart program real-world-testing new truck and diesel technologies built toward boosting ef...2023-04-2146 min
Path to ZeroThe Decarbonization of Trucking with NACFE’s Mike RoethThe post 4.16 – The Decarbonization of Trucking with NACFE’s Mike Roeth appeared first on Propane.
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The Freight Coach Podcast#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Shippers Complain About Rail Embargoes?! Fuel Saving Tips For Drivers, & 2023 Truckload Costs Fall?!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.ttnews.com/articles/november-class-8-sales-second-highest-2022 https://joc.com/us-truckload-costs-fall-until-late-2023-3pls_20221213.html https://www.fleetowner.com/emissions-efficiency/article/21256366/miles-per-gallon-rises-as-fleets-keep-adopting-fuelsaving-technologies-nacfe-study-finds https://www.ttnews.com/articles/union-pacifics-embargoes-generate-complaints-shippers Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/ They are the new wave f...2022-12-1527 min
Transport TopicsTransport Topics (Dec. 15, 2022)The North American Council for Freight Efficiency said fuel efficiency in Class 8 trucks participating in its annual fleet study from 2018 to 2020 remained flat at 7.24 mpg after seven previous years of 2% annual increases. The study had been on a three-year hiatus, in part because of the pandemic, and a new report was released Dec. 13. NACFE Executive Director Mike Roeth said probable reasons for the lack of an increase in fleet fuel economy the past three-plus years include companies changing their routes to more regional runs versus longer over-the-road trips. Fifteen fleets participated in the study. Learn more about...2022-12-1503 min
The Truck Stops HereAlternative Fuels Outlook With the North American Council for Freight EfficiencyWhat is the future of autonomous trucking? Has any alternative fuel pulled ahead of another in the heavy-duty space? How can truckstops and travel centers partner with fleets to help relieve the regulatory pressure of decarbonization? Mike Roeth, executive director of NACFE and Ginger Laidlaw, vice president of NATSO's Alternative Fuels Council, take a deep dive these alternative fuels questions and more in the latest episode of NATSO’s The Truck Stops Here podcast. With special guests: Mike Roeth, Executive Director, NACFE and Ginger Laidlaw, Vice President, NATSO's Alternative Fuels Council Hosted by:...2022-10-1828 min
Connected with GeotabThe importance of data and innovationWelcome to Connected with Geotab, in collaboration with Freight Efficiency with NACFE‘s Mike Roeth & Friends. Scott Sutarik, Vice President, Commercial Vehicle Solutions at Geotab, talks about what insights data can help provide, how to use actionable data to solve problems and the importance of being innovative and pushing boundaries.2022-01-2124 min
Climate NowThe trucking industry needs to go green. Are electric trucks the answer?In 2019, medium- and heavy-duty trucks accounted for about a quarter of U.S. transportation emissions while representing less than 4% of vehicles on the road, according to the U.S. EPA.It is clear the trucking industry must decarbonize in order for the transportation sector, and the economy as a whole, to reach net-zero emissions, but which emerging technologies will move freight vehicles into climate-friendly territory is not yet clear, though electric is making great strides.Climate Now spoke with the North American Council for Freight Efficiency's (NACFE) Executive Director Mike Roeth and Director of Emerging...2022-01-1841 min
The Amped EV PodcastWhat's setting the stage for future EV growth?On the previous episode of this podcast, I spoke with Jason Morgan, editor of Fleet Equipment, about the EV advancements we can expect to see in the next few years, the solutions to the biggest issues facing electrification today and what an evolving supply chain means for the consumer world. We had a great time – we laughed, we cried, we sang (at least one of those definitely happened) – and after that episode's debut we decided we wanted to take things a step further. So... welcome to the first taping of the Amped EV Video Podcast!Jason is now this...2021-12-2216 min
HDT Talks TruckingHow to Build an Electric Medium-duty FleetIt has been said that as of today, more than 5 million trucks in North America could be converted from fossil-fuel power to electric. The sweeping simplicity of that statement, however, belies the complexity of actually making it happen. Jim Castalez, the chief technology officer and founder of Motive Power Systems has been electrifying Class 4-6 delivery vehicle fleets for 12 years now. With more than a million miles under his belt, he has a few insights on how fleets can successfully make the switch from ICE to electric.
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Transport TopicsTransport Topics (Sept. 24, 2021)The North American Council for Freight Efficiency concluded after its recent Run on Less — Electric event that fleets in four market segments could switch to battery-electric vehicles right now. During the 18-day event that involved 13 freight-hauling trucks, NACFE concluded that Class 3 through 5 vans and step vans, Class 6 box trucks and Class 8 terminal and regional-haul tractors all could feasibly run on electric. If the overall population turned to electric vehicles it would stop about 100 million tons of CO2 from reaching the atmosphere, according to NACFE Executive Director Mike Roeth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...2021-09-2403 min
Behind the WheelsCurrent Technologies That Drive Freight Efficiency with NACFE’s Mike RoethWe all know that fleets and their decision makers are the influencers to making industry differences. Doug, Dave and Mike sit down with the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE)’s executive director, Mike Roeth, to talk about the most reliable information for optimum truck performance. With so much diversity within the commercial vehicle wheel industry, technology is essential in creating “the big transformation” or a world with little or no truck emissions and the best in fuel and freight efficiency. NACFE is making significant progress and we can’t wait for you to hear what Mike has...2021-07-2834 min
HDT Talks TruckingElectric Trucks: The Road to Cost Parity with DieselThe market for battery- or fuel-cell-electric trucks is still in its infancy. It could be another 10-15 years before production and deployment numbers achieve a critical mass where scale begins to provide significant cost reductions. In the meantime, subsidies and incentives will keep the industry moving forward while the electrical infrastructure is built out and new efficiencies are realized in battery design and execution. Joining me on this episode to talk about the road to an electric future are Jeremy Frenznick, Dana's senior director of commercial vehicle engineering, and Beyza Sarioglu, Dana's senior director of strategy and business planning...2021-04-3030 min
Fleet FutureNACFE's Mike Roeth on the potential for electric trucks in regional haulMike Roeth of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency joins the podcast to talk about NACFE's Run on Less Regional and what it revealed about the potential for electric trucks in regional haul applications.2020-09-3008 min
Fueling the Future of Transport Podcast#51. Mike Roeth on the Future of Freight Efficiency: “It’s an Exciting Time to Be in Trucking”On this episode of the Fueling the Future podcast, I spoke with Mike Roeth, Executive Director of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE). Following are a few excerpts from our discussion, which you can download or listen to at the link below or listen to in ITunes.
On the Potential for Heavy-Duty Electrification:
“I had my doubts, and I still do. Let me just tell you how I think about it now, actually, how NACFE thinks about it and what we’ve concluded from our work on electric trucks. First of all, you menti...2020-08-1932 minHDT Talks TruckingElectric Trucks Might Not be as Easy as We First ThoughtVehicle electrification is probably the most profound change ever to hit transportation -- and the trucking industry in particular -- but getting those trucks into widespread service will be challenging. Jim Park talks with Rick Mihelic, the director of future technologies at the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), about where we'll get all the energy to power those electric trucks, and how those trucks will change just about everything we currently know about buying, selling, operating, and maintaining trucks.
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RoadSigns A Transport Topics PodcastTTRoadshowE3: Mike RoethNACFE's Michael Roeth has all the answers; in fact, he's found a way to get diesel trucks up to 8.3 miles per gallon. With a focus on the future, Roeth directs the Run On Less program that boasts all things efficient — from innovative technologies and operational practices, to driver capabilities and fuel economy. He approaches efficiency from the perspective of both the driver and the technology, in order to calculate the "winning" combination. So, will you be able to calculate your own "win," become more profitable, and reduce emissions? Listen to this interview and find out.
https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadshow-episode-three/...2019-11-1223 minFleet FutureWhat fleets need to know now about electric trucksThe first episode of Fleet Future covers one of trucking’s most buzzed-about topics: electric trucks. Guest Mike Roeth of NACFE talks about the benefits of spec’ing early, the infrastructure that will need to be in place, and what applications will benefit the most from electrification.2019-09-0405 min
LiveOnWeb by Transport TopicsWeb Extra -- Mike RoethTransport Topics Senior Reporter Rip Watsonapos;s full interview with Mike Roeth, Executive Director, NACFE2015-12-1623 min