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Eco-Friendly Dump Trucks: Benefits and Options
There is no doubt that when hauling materials in your truck, eliminating as much harm to the environment as possible should be a top priority. The ability to have eco-friendly dump trucks in a fleet is key to ensuring your materials are collected and transported in a way that does not further damage the environment while you work. With our trailers, efficiency in both trailer loading and unloading, paired with fuel efficiency, is what can take your business to the next level. In this article, we will break down the environmentally friendly options you will have with dump trucks and how they make a difference when you choose to use them.
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Eco-Friendly Dump Trucks In The Midwest
When it comes to finding a sustainable dump truck in the Midwest, we at Side Dump Industries can guide you in what to look for. Zero-emission dump trucks are starting to become more and more available, and if you are looking to move materials and other items without a major negative impact on the environment, then these trucks are your go-to. Take, for example, the VMC Pioneer Electric Dump Truck, a model that saves approximately $20,000 in fuel and maintenance. Trucks like these are designed to have the power of a standard pickup truck without the harm done to the environment.
The environmental benefits of green dump trucks include less emissions shot into the atmosphere, as well as less production for parts and maintenance to care for the truck. Hybrid dump trucks can also save on fuel and help with fuel economy and usage due to having an electric power source for the vehicle to rely on as well. Also, many electric vehicles will come with a federal tax credit and state incentives based on your region, so there can be additional savings to your business while having a positive impact on the environment.
Fuel Types and Truck Options
Diesel is often the main fuel type for dump trucks and has been a mainstay for commercial vehicles used for a variety of reasons. But using electric or hybrid dump trucks is becoming more and more popular as we focus on reducing the impact the trucking industry and industry as a whole has on the environment. That being said, some other fuel types, such as hydrogen, are being explored, but really, only electric and hybrid models have broken into the sector enough for viable and affordable use.
Some sustainable dump truck options to consider are:
These trucks are just a few you can expect to find on the market. With leading manufacturers in the dump truck industry putting a priority on electric vehicles, it will become more common to see these environmentally friendly options on the market. When picking out your Side Dump Industries Trailer, we can guide you on where to look and what trucks can allow our expertly made trailers to fit into the back of these trucks.
Cost Savings and Lower Operating Costs
As we mentioned above, an estimated $20,000 of savings on fuel and maintenance alone can be found from using electrically powered dump trucks. Due to the power grid in the United States, it is very viable for a fleet of trucks to have charging stations installed to meet the power requirements their trucks demand. There are also positives to look forward to due to the evolution of batteries and the sinking cost of these batteries as we get better and better at making them. Some other efficiencies can be found in the inclusion of regenerative braking, using kinetic energy while braking to send power back through the truck.
Due to electric dump trucks having less maintenance required compared to diesel engines, the overall cost of maintaining eco-friendly trucks is much less than that of a diesel dump truck. Furthermore, the necessary maintenance, such as an oil change for a diesel engine, is simply not needed for electrically powered dump trucks. Additionally, electrically powered vehicles generate less noise, causing their operation to be less disturbing, which is why so many incentives are in place to encourage their use. Relying on electric dump trucks for construction projects is warranted as they will run longer between maintenance, have less impact on the environment and your local region, and are able to perform on a level that is needed to get the job done.
Choosing the Right Eco-Friendly Option
Choosing the right environmentally friendly option. The dump truck industry is used to diesel engines, and it can be hard to focus your company elsewhere. But in 2024, there is not only an environmental need but a financial incentive both for your business and for tax purposes to by a green dump truck. We at Side Dump Industries can fit your eco-friendly dump truck with the best trailer to accommodate the type of work you do. We hope with the knowledge gained in this article, you make your decision on an electric dump truck, knowing our excellent trailers, along with state-of-the-art manufacturing, will leave you with a dump truck ready for any job you may need it for.
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