DDA Transport has introduced six LPG-fuelled straight trucks to its fleet, joining a growing number of USPS mail contractors that trust these alternative fuel vehicles to reliably deliver the mail across the country. The new Ford trucks are powered by ROUSH CleanTech’s LPG technology.

“​​As a supplier to the U.S. Postal Service, we are continually striving to find ways to protect the environment through sustainability efforts,” said Dwayne Andreasen, President of DDA Transport. “Our fuel consumption is our biggest environmental concern, so the ability to lower this impact through Autogas helps us achieve our short- and long-term goals.”

With a fleet of over 160 vehicles, DDA Transport recognised the importance of reducing its carbon footprint, but needed a solution that wouldn’t burden them with infrastructure constraints or costly maintenance. “LPG seemed to check all the boxes that we were searching for,” added Andreasen.

“Autogas offers a readily available, affordable and uncomplicated solution to reduce emissions,” commented Todd Mouw, Executive Vice President at ROUSH CleanTech. All ROUSH CleanTech LPG products are certified to the ultra-low NOx level of 0.02/bhp-hr, making them 90% cleaner than the strictest federal emissions standard.

DDA Transport anticipates saving USD 25,000 in fuel spending and up to an additional $15,000 in maintenance and uptime costs for each truck annually compared to their diesel models. The company’s delivery trucks travel 75,000 and 90,000 miles per year.

For fuelling, the company chose to work with Ferrellgas to install an onsite LPG station.

DDA Transport’s goal is to achieve a 50/50 mix between diesel and Autogas within the next few years.

Source: ROUSH CleanTech

6 December 2023