Renewable diesel consumption is booming. So much in fact, that it was expected to overtake biodiesel in the U.S. for the first time in 2022, according to Reuters. Environmental pressure to go carbon neutral, financial incentives for producers and the need to offset declining U.S. oil refining capacity following the COVID-19 pandemic are among the […]
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A Message from Jon Engels
Hello friends, I hope all of you were able to relax and revel in time well spent with family and friends during the holidays. I love this time of year as it gives us a chance to rest, recalibrate and refocus on what is most important in our lives. As we prepare to go full […]
Fleet Fuel Study Reveals Improvements in Average Fuel Economy
The North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) recently updated its Annual Fleet Fuel Study (AFFS) after a three-year pandemic-related hiatus, noting gains in fuel economy that have helped 15 fleets save a combined $550 million. The report is an important resource for fleets seeking to improve the fuel efficiency of Class 8 trucks because […]
Most See Last-Mile Delivery Growth Accelerating Despite Inflation, Return to Work
After two years of unprecedented pandemic-driven e-commerce sales, some wonder what impact – if at all – relaxed COVID restrictions and high inflation may have on the last-mile market. Last-mile delivery skyrocketed in recent years – from $31.25 billion in 2018 to a projected $50.95 billion in 2022. Due to a shift in buying habits, […]
Windshield Not Defogging Properly? Here’s Your Troubleshooting Checklist
To be able to see what’s coming down the road, having an HVAC and defrost system in good working order is vital. That is, you should be able to turn on the defroster and watch the condensation dissipate within a matter of a few minutes or up to 15 minutes if ice is present. If […]
We’re Giving You MORE Time to Win!
If you didn’t finish all nine Luber-finer University modules by January 15th, you’re in luck! We’re pushing back the deadline. You now have until January 31, 2023 to complete our online learning modules to win Amazon.com gift cards and free golf! Log back into Luber-finer University here to finish and qualify for prizes!
Trade Show Season Kicks into High Gear at HDAW
The 2023 trade show season started off strong with a record number of more than 2,500 distributors, suppliers, service providers and industry experts attending Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week in Grapevine, Texas earlier this month. With the conference theme of “Shift.Adapt.Grow,” this year’s trade show focused on how heavy-duty professionals can face some of the industry’s […]
New Luber-finer University Rewards Program Starts October 15th
Now at Luber-finer University, we’re not only giving you free heavy-duty filtration knowledge – we’re giving away prizes and a chance to win a free Topgolf experience! Beginning October 15, both new and current Luber-finer University enrollees who complete all nine modules will be eligible to win $10-25 Amazon.com gift cards and be entered into […]
Upcoming Events
Visit Luber-finer at Booth #206 at the IMPACT show We hope to get the chance to meet with you at the VIPAR Heavy Duty IMPACT Conference in Marco Island, Fla. Stop by booth #206 from 1-5 p.m. on Tuesday, October 18 to learn how our premium filtration solutions are helping more heavy-duty fleets improve their […]
How The CHIPS and Science Act Will Impact Trucking
Supply chain relief may ultimately be in reach for new truck manufacturers and customers, following the recent passage and implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act. The global shortage of semiconductor computer chips has been cited as one of the biggest reasons for the unavailability of new Class 8 trucks. As a result, fleets have […]