SmartWaySM Transport Fuel-
Saving Technology Packages
for Trucking Companies
ADEQ
ARKANSAS
Department of Environmental Quality
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U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
The Small Business Loan program provides
low-interest loans to Arkansas small
businesses to institute pollution prevention
measures.
Eligible Businesses
For a business to be eligible for these low-interest
loans, it must employ 100 or fewer individuals and
provide proof of profitable operations and a
demonstrated ability to repay the loan.
Loan Process
First, the applicant submits a completed loan
application with all attachments, including a
complete description of and cost estimate for the
eligible project. Then, ADEQ Business Assistance
staff review the application and visit the site to
determine eligibility.
After the loan is approved, ADEQ provides the loan
monies to the applicant. ADEQ will follow-up and
verify that the project has been completed.
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EPA420-F-06-901 • May 2006
ADEQ and the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency's (EPA) SmartWay Transport Partnership
have teamed up to help Arkansas trucking companies
finance projects to save fuel and reduce pollution
through the ADEQ Small Business Loan Program.
SmartWay Fuel-Saving Technology Packages -
Transform your trucks into low-emission, high-
efficiency vehicles with:
> Idle reduction devices
> Low rolling resistance tires
> Tractor and/or trailer aerodynamics
> Exhaust aftertreatment devices
Your company will become more attractive to
environmentally-minded shippers who are looking to
work with cleaner freight carriers. To compare costs
and estimate fuel savings from various technologies,
visit the SmartWay Technology Package Savings
Calculator at
www.epa.gov/smartway/calculator/loancalc.htm.
Features:
• Flexibility - Custom design a package with
technologies that best match your operations.
• Attractive Return on Investment - Depending on
technologies selected and the operation of your
trucks, fuel savings may range from 10-15% for
many packages.
• Attractive Loan Terms - Loans are available for
up to $45,000 at 80% of Prime Interest Rate, with
loan terms of up to 10 years.
Need more information?
ADEQ Business Assistance Program
Phone: (501) 682-0709 or (888) 233-0326
Fax:(501)682-0880
www.adeq.state.ar.us
For information on the SmartWay Transport Partnership,
visit www.epa.gov/smartway
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Overview of Fuel-Saving and Emission-Reduction Technologies
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U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
Disclaimer: The benefits described in this document are estimations only, which are based on a number of assumptions. Actual fuel savings and emission
reductions may be higher or lower; they will depend on a variety of factors, including equipment type, driver performance, distances traveled, and vehicle speed.
Technology
Description
Approx. Cost
Benefits1
Idle Reduction Device
- Bunk Heater
Small, lightweight, diesel fuel-fired device mounted
in the cab that provides heat for cab comfort. Does
not include any air conditioning capabilities.
$1,500
Approx. 5% fuel savings
assuming 1,200 hours of idling
per year
Additional reduction in engine
wear-and-tear
Idle Reduction Device
- Auxiliary Power Unit
Small diesel-powered generator mounted outside
the cab that provides heat, air-conditioning, and
electrical power to run appliances.
$6,000 - $8,500
Approx. 8% fuel savings
assuming 2,400 hours of idling
per year
Additional reduction in engine
wear-and-tear
Aluminum Wheels for
Single Wide Tires
Traditional dual tires are replaced with
one single wide tire and aluminum wheel.
Can be applied to all tractor and trailer
tire positions except for the steer tires.
$5,600
Approx. 4% fuel savings
Trailer Aerodynamics
Fairings added to the front and underside of
the trailer to reduce drag.
$2,400
Approx. 5% fuel savings
Emission Control
Device - Oxidation
Catalyst
1
A device added to the tractor's exhaust system to
reduce the emission of particulate matter and other
pollutants.
$1,200
Approx. 20 - 50% reduction in
particulate matter
1 All savings assume a Class 8B tractor trailer traveling approximately 100,000 miles per year.
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