APU Savings Landing
Slash idle fuel costs and stay ahead of idling laws with smart APUs.
Equip your fleet with auxiliary power units that cut idle fuel burn by up to 75%, keep drivers comfortable, and keep you compliant in 29 states with active idling regulations.
On average, fleets save about 2,500 gallons of fuel per truck every year with APUs from partners like Thermo King.
See your idle savings in minutes.
Tell us about your fleet and we’ll send a custom APU savings and compliance report.
No obligation. Typical response time: under 1 business day.
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Fuel savings
Save ~2,500 gallons of fuel per truck, every year.
An APU consumes approximately 75% less fuel per hour than idling the tractor engine. That works out to roughly 2,500 gallons of fuel saved per truck, per year — and significantly lower emissions and noise.
- Cut idle fuel consumption by up to 75% per hour
- Unlock ~2,500 gallons in annual fuel savings per truck
- Reduce CO₂ emissions and noise at stops
- Free up cash for driver programs and fleet growth
Example: At $4.00/gal, saving 2,500 gallons means $10,000+ per truck, per year in avoided fuel spend.
Quick idle savings estimator
Estimated annual fuel savings with APUs*
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Based on 75% less fuel burned while parked vs. tractor engine idling.
*Estimator for illustration only. Your actual savings depend on duty cycles, idle behavior, and spec — we’ll help you refine the model for your fleet.
Compliance-ready
29 states now regulate idling. APUs turn a risk into an advantage.
There are now 29 states with active idling law regulations. For multi-state fleets, idling is no longer just a cost issue — it is a compliance and risk issue.
- Avoid fines and violations as anti-idling enforcement grows
- Standardize a compliant rest and comfort policy across states
- Documented APU installations simplify roadside conversations
- Align ESG goals with real, measurable idle reduction
We follow guidance from Apucenter and leading OEMs so your spec is tuned for both comfort and compliance.
Why APUs
More than comfort — APUs extend the life of your fleet.
APUs reduce engine wear, extend vehicle life, and create a better rest environment for drivers — all while slashing your idle fuel burn.
Reduce engine wear
Every hour of idling adds hours of wear to your main engine. APUs decouple hotel loads from the tractor engine, reducing maintenance costs and extending overhaul intervals.
Driver comfort that pays back
Climate control, power, and quiet rest — without running the main engine. Happier drivers, better rest quality, and fewer complaints about hoteling policies.
Stronger resale & longer life
Lower engine hours and documented idle reduction can boost resale value and extend how long each asset can stay in your fleet at an acceptable risk profile.
How it works
From idle problem to APU-powered advantage in 4 steps.
We combine idle analytics, APU spec, and rollout planning so you can move from pilot to full deployment with confidence.
- Idle baseline – quantify current idle hours, hotspots, and costs.
- Savings model – project fuel, maintenance, and compliance impact.
- APU spec – match the right APU solutions to your duty cycles.
- Rollout & training – implementation without disrupting operations.
What you get
- Custom APU fuel savings report per route and region
- Compliance snapshot across all states you operate in
- APU configuration options that fit your tractors and sleepers
- Implementation roadmap with timeline and ROI milestones
“Swapping idle time for APUs cut our fuel spend and made our drivers happier. The compliance team sleeps better too — we are not rolling the dice on idling tickets across half the country.”
Director of Fleet Operations · 250+ truck regional carrier
APU questions, answered.
From fuel savings assumptions to maintenance and financing, we help you build the internal case for APUs.
How accurate is the 2,500 gallons per year fuel savings figure?
It is an industry benchmark based on typical long-haul duty cycles and idle behavior. Actual savings depend on your trucks’ idle hours, climate, fuel price, and routes. That is why we start with your data and build a custom idle baseline and savings model — including best- and worst-case ranges.
Will APUs really extend the life of my tractors?
Yes. Idling piles hours on the main engine without generating revenue miles. By shifting hotel loads to an APU, you reduce engine wear, oil contamination, and DPF/aftertreatment stress. Many fleets see lower maintenance costs, fewer regen-related headaches, and stronger resale value on low-idle tractors.
How do APUs help with idling law compliance across 29 states?
APUs give drivers power and climate control without idling the tractor engine, which is what many state and local laws target. Combined with a clear idle policy and documentation of APU installations, this significantly reduces your exposure to fines and enforcement actions as regulations expand.
What is the typical payback period on an APU investment?
Most fleets see payback in 18–30 months, depending on fuel prices, idle hours, and spec. High-idle operations can see payback in under 18 months. Our savings model will show your payback period and 5-year ROI, so you can align capital planning with fleet goals.
Ready to turn idle time into savings?
Share a few details about your fleet and we will build a tailored APU savings, compliance, and engine life extension plan — usually within one business day.
- Up to 75% less fuel burned while parked
- About 2,500 gallons per truck, per year in savings
- Reduced engine wear and longer vehicle life
- Compliance support across 29+ idling-law states
Request your APU savings report
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