The 'Idle Smart' Device Deters Drivers from Leaving the Engine Running
Katherine Pendrill — December 8, 2015 — Eco
References: idlesmart & fastcoexist
'Idle Smart' is a handy device that is designed to deter truck drivers from leaving their engine running at night. For many long-haul truck drivers, the only way to stay warm when pulled over for the night is by leaving the engine on. However, idling not only wastes fuel, but it also causes significant air pollution.
Idle Smart is designed to provide a solution to the issue of regulating cab temperatures. Similar to a thermostat, the device can be set at a particular temperature. If the temperature in the cab falls below a certain number, the device will cause the engine to come back on. As soon as the cab has warmed up again, the engine will be shut off. According to Idle Smart's co-founder Ryan Bennett, the system can cut down on idling time by as much as 70 percent.
The smart thermostat could provide a more environmentally-friendly and cost-conscious solution for long-haul truck drivers everywhere.
Idle Smart is designed to provide a solution to the issue of regulating cab temperatures. Similar to a thermostat, the device can be set at a particular temperature. If the temperature in the cab falls below a certain number, the device will cause the engine to come back on. As soon as the cab has warmed up again, the engine will be shut off. According to Idle Smart's co-founder Ryan Bennett, the system can cut down on idling time by as much as 70 percent.
The smart thermostat could provide a more environmentally-friendly and cost-conscious solution for long-haul truck drivers everywhere.
Trend Themes
1. Fuel-saving Thermostats - Smart thermostats that regulate engine idling can help reduce fuel consumption in the transportation industry.
2. Environmentally Responsible Devices - There is an opportunity to develop innovative devices that help reduce emissions in multiple industries.
3. Cost-conscious Solutions - Innovative products that cut down on fuel consumption can save industries millions of dollars on operating costs.
Industry Implications
1. Transportation Industry - Smart thermostats like Idle Smart could have a significant impact on reducing fuel consumption in the trucking industry.
2. Energy Industry - The need to find innovative ways to reduce energy consumption is a growing concern across multiple industries, including transportation.
3. Construction and Agriculture Industries - Vehicles and equipment used in the construction and agriculture industries could also benefit from the implementation of fuel-saving technologies like Idle Smart.
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