Volvo Penta claims that its D16 diesel is highly fuel efficient, as well as meeting the Tier 4 Final/Stage V emissions requirements. This engine has been selected by Metso Outotec for use in a powerful Lokotrack mobile crusher due to the unit’s engine’s high output and reliability.
The latest official statistics from the US on road accidents show that fatality levels on the nation's roads have dropped to the lowest figures seen for more than six decades. The information was released by US Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, revealing that highway deaths fell to 32,885 for 2010, the lowest level since 1949.
A Hong Kong-based firm says it is offering a new line of energy efficient LED road signs. Called Elumin8, the company claims the internally lit signs use the latest LED technology and provide a clean flat lighting surface. The firm has carried out research and development of the products over the last 12 months and says that the units benefit from the latest, low energy technology. Based on a comparison with incandescent products, the firm says its new products provide an energy saving of over 60%. As well