The following vehicle tips and guidance will help improve environmental outcomes and reduce costs during site cleanups.

Maintenance

• Ensure vehicles are properly maintained.
• Ensure proper inflation and maintenance of car tires.

Technology Options

• Replace gasoline engines with diesel, which are more powerful and 30 to 35 percent more fuel efficient.
• Retrofit equipment for cleaner engine exhaust using ultra-low sulfur diesel.
• Consider installing a diesel particulate matter filter (DPF) in engines. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, this typically reduces particulate matter emissions by 95 percent, hydrocarbons by 90 percent and CO by 90 percent | Learn More >
• Use hybrid and fuel-efficient vehicles | Learn More >

Other Practices

• Plan for multiple site visits in a single trip and develop travel plans that take the most efficient route.
• Focus on engine idle reduction.
• Consider carpooling and the use of public transportation (when applicable).
• Transport only full loads and select appropriately sized vehicle for task.
• Remove unneeded items in a vehicle. Every 100 pounds of extra weight can reduce gas mileage by about 1 percent | Learn How >