Why aerodynamics are integral to achieving carbon footprint targets, whichever alternative fuel you choose.

Carbon footprint targets are becoming more real with each year that passes while there is the ever-increasing choices available in terms of fuel and vehicle solutions. Those in the haulage industry now have to find their routes towards a sustainable fleet to meet the needs of the future. As you would well know, this a … Continued

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How truck manufacturers can reduce emissions fines with expert aerodynamics

For truck manufacturers, carbon footprint targets are poised to stamp all over their bottom line.  The existing VECTO (Vehicle Energy Consumption Calculation Tool) legislation is due to tighten considerably, with targets based on 2020 baseline measurements reducing by a whopping 15% from 2025. That means truck manufacturers will be heavily fined for every gram of … Continued

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Aerodyne future proofs sideskirts in readiness for new CO2 reduction targets

At Aerodyne, we are always innovating. One recent project involved turning our usual process on its head and developing a product that was future proofed to pass future tests and targets.  A bit of background  European Community Whole Vehicle Type Approval (ECWVTA), also known as Type Approval, was introduced across all EU countries and all … Continued

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Why science holds the key to being on a credible carbon reduction journey

During 2021, a fifth of the UK’s largest retailers cancelled contracts with suppliers who they deemed as failing to meet environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards.   But this isn’t just an extension of the ‘cancel culture’ we’re increasingly seeing. It’s serious, business-driven decision making based on the knowledge that change must happen. Businesses must find … Continued

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