It’s possible that in the future, the freight quote that you get could include added fees to offset the carbon footprint of the transportation of your goods. There’s no denying that, between oil consumed and greenhouse gases emitted, the trucking industry has had an impact on the environment. While it would cost a lot for the average freight shipping service to overhaul or replace their fleet of trucks for improved efficiency, the long-term benefits must be taken into account as well.
How can these behemoths of the road be improved to reduce their impact on the environment? There are a number of possibilities that could improve the efficiency of FTL and LTL shipping vehicles. One would be to redesign the vehicles to reduce air resistance. Less drag would mean less fuel consumed. Another possibility is to use heating and cooling units that run on auxiliary power — this prevents drivers from idling their engines.