Trucks are designed to be driven. But are they being driven in the most fuel-efficient manner?
With today's high fuel prices, you can't afford to guess. When it comes to fuel economy, knowledge really is power. And the right information can help you drive profitability when you're able to measure and monitor your fleet's operating efficiency. With Fuelwatch and Volvo Link, you have tools you can use to help track critical functions that affect fuel consumption and plan for bottom-line improvements within your fleet.
With Volvo Link standard on every Volvo truck, you can always stay connected to verify your vehicle's performance results. Fleet managers can use weekly reports to identify and make adjustments for even better fuel efficiencies.
Fuelwatch also includes driver development tools you can use to train and educate your drivers so they understand how to properly operate their Volvo truck -- not just for the best performance and safety, but also to get the most mileage out of every drop of fuel.
Fuelwatch focuses on the driver, because knowing how to get the most from your Volvo truck can help deliver greater fuel efficiency. Fuelwatch supports driver development through advanced tools and tactics for fuel-efficient driving:
- Electronic Engine Settings -- can be set to help drivers in specific activities and reduce fuel consumption.
- Elastic Road Speed Limit Control -- allows the truck to slow 2 mph on upgrades before responding to the throttle.
- Differential Road Speed Governor -- encourages driver to operate in top gear for maximum fuel economy.
- Performance Guide -- Driver Instrumentation Display helps driver with instant feedback to see how to operate the engine for best fuel economy.
- Driver Development Courses -- Drivers who adopt more fuel-efficient driving techniques can reduce fuel costs by as much as 30%.
Click here to download the Fuelwatch brochure.