Therefore, Hödlmayr has joined forces with its partner DigiTrans GmbH which specializes in the strategic fields of autonomous, electrified and connected mobility and logistics. Together, the companies are investigating the possible influence on the air resistance of empty vehicle transporters through the position of the loading ramp. The project aim is finding the ideal position that produces the lowest air resistance as this leads to a decrease of fuel consumption and consequently CO2 emissions.
After the first promising results, Hödlmayr is looking forward to the further investigations which can be carried out efficiently thanks to the digital slipstream simulation called Air optimizer by DigiTrans GmbH.
This was a follow-up project of various tests with platooning. Hereby, several trucks are electronically networked into a single unit, braking, and steering synchronously with the first vehicle. The trucks can drive close together and take advantage of the slipstream. This saves valuable fuel and CO2. Moreover, it can increase drivers' safety and support them in their activities.
More information on the topic of sustainability and platooning can be found at: https://www.hoedlmayr.com/en/sustainability/climate-and-resources
