Which Truck Will Leave More Money in Your Pocket?

[@user-FTRU6GJ]

The biggest thing that needed an update was the suspension. Cascadia suspensions are horrible. Rough riding. You feel every bump in the road especially with shorter wheelbase configurations. All the new tech but they won’t upgrade the ride quality. A cascadia that could ride like a pete, volvo or a KW would be nice or at least offer front axle air bags as an option

[@somebody9785]

They call it a Freightshaker Crapcadia for a reason 🤗

[@victorsuarez2954]

You are absolutely right

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Thanks for sharing!

[@jim-zx7gz]

What happened? Years ago a century and a classic actually rode pretty good. Disappointed when a truck manufacturer doesn't care about the driver .

[@vovank3730]

You never mentioned rear axel differential (rar) on your trucks! I think its very important for fuel consumption!

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

We were aiming to keep the video not too lengthy!

[@kentr2424]

I've used both the Diesel APU and the Battery Pack APU and I much, much prefer the Diesel APU. I hate the Freightliner battery pack APU because in summer time when the A/C is on the batteries drain to the point that the engine has to start about 6-8 hrs into the 10 hrs off and the damn engine IMMEDIATELY revs to about 1200 rpm! Not only does it jolt me out of a sound sleep, I'm quite sure going to 1200 rpm immediately on startup is NOT good for the engine as the oil doesn't have a chance to get to the top of the engine. As you're well aware Ronen, idle time isn't necessarily the biggest factor a driver or corporation can control in fuel consumption (although it does play a large role). You've provided us with the engine and transmission specs - but what is the rear axle ratio on both the 21's and 25's? Keeping the rpms down at highway speeds is also a major factor in fuel consumption, along with the terrain (ET usually runs US Midwest, Ontario east, and US Eastern Seaboard, correct?) and load weight. I was running a 2017 Pete 579 with a PACCAR MX13 engine and automated transmission, (not sure what the rear axle ratio was) pulling an average of 76,000 to 78,000 lbs from Mira Loma, CA, to Calgary AB, and I'd get an average (according to the truck and math) of about 7.5 mpg. Naturally, the mileage would be anywhere from .25 to .5 gallon less during winter. I considered that good mileage because I'd be climbing from near sea level in CA to 3000+ ft elevation in Utah, then I'd be going through the mountains in Montana. I would fuel in St George UT, and again in Shelby MT (952 miles) and would fill between 130 - 140 gallons in Shelby. The truck did have a TriPac diesel APU, so idle time was minimal (I did idle the engine during the pretrip to get the oil flowing). Does the amount of fuel saved equal or exceed the cost of a new unit over the unit's lifespan? How long does ET usually keep its company units? If the '21 is paid off (or about to be) is it worth it to spend $200K plus the diesel APU on a new '25?

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

That's a great insight about the APUs. The rear axle ratio is definitely a critical part of the equation!

[@jeremiahcosta5830]

I get about 8.5 mpg average with my 23 cascaidia and that’s with about 10% idle time

[@ManuelNavarro-x2r]

Ronen very good info,,,

[@kennethsnyder9236]

I’m aware of my fuel ⛽️ consumption. I will do whatever it takes to build up the mileage to fuel, even if I have to run my unit at 60 mph. Currently I’m driving a 2024 Cascadia with ele interior comfort zone. I live in my truck for at least 6 wks. I’m constantly considering fuel consumption for hours resting. 7.8 mpg is average for each week and depending upon the job, 7.4-8.7. I have achieved 11.3 empty. Not withstanding the total picture. I’m leaving this to you-

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Sounds like you're really paying attention to fuel economy!

[@Germany._.Kit77]

Sample 3 trucks driving Edmonton to Denver tx 1 driver using most cruise control instead pushing gas pedal flour, did 2 vehicles same trip using 1.2 tankfil

[@wojnowski01]

You should get in touch with Kevin Rutherford from let’s truck, Bruce from Pittsburg power, and Matt from alpha trucking. They are industry mpg lovers. I think if you look at them and join forces everyone would be better for it.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

We'll check them out!

[@pedgar789]

Also... Have you thought about having just One drive live axle? I drove a Peterbilt like it, necer an issue. In Europe they pull as much weight or more, probably eith just One pulling axle. The weight reduction may pay off. What about ordering with disc brakes, i stead of drums, another huge weight reduction. Great video. 😊

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

We'll look into that!

[@supermarioxs1]

Ronan you forgot to mention, I think n probably almost all of your videos. What are you hauling? general not necessarily specific type of freight and what’s the average weight of the trailer or the load which is going to be a very huge factor on your fuel economy kind of a no-brainer..

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Mostly dry van and reefer freight, in the cases of flatbed, we are usually running connestogas. All in all, nothing oversized

[@anonymousl6300]

Nobody says 11 mpg on new Volvo They advertise 10% more fuel efficiency So, calculate how much is it In my case it will be 6.8 +10%(0.68)=7.48 mpg No 11-12mpg

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

In your case, possibly

[@pedgar789]

Eager to see the mpg on new international eith Scania powertrain. Looks promising.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Definitely!

[@samo8204]

Thank you!

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

You are most welcome!

[@marcoscassab4214]

Just bought a Intenrational LT with the new International S13 engine and transmission. First month with it i did 12,173 KM (7,580 miles) and had 3.79 KM/Liter (8.91 MPG), we are from mexico. Have you heard anything about this engine? like your videos, hope you can talk sometimes about mexico.

[@pedgar789]

Scania is Very popular Worldwide. They dominate the more competitive truck market in the world, Europe, as well in South America. A relative from Colombia have one, pulling 35 tons, plus weight of truck with a 13 liter Scania. Liqui gas propane, not diesel. 12 speed auto. Great truck. You will love your Scania powertrain. Scania es muy buen camión. Saludos amigó en México, desde Colombia. 🤗

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

We don't spec International so it's pretty out of our area of expertise

[@stanleybest8833]

You will get 11 miles per gallon from a loaded rig if you hitch a team of 30 oxen. Don't be jived. I want to predict the future. The diesel APU's are golden, but you're going to get a black eye from the battery APU's. I believe most diesel trucks will get great or bad mileage according to how they are driven. Year, motor, color? It doesn't matter.

[@darylb5564]

I’m guessing my 23 Cascadia averages 8.5. I have a diesel apu and I’m pretty religious about not idling. We get a bonus for staying under 6%. My heavy loads are about 40% and I’m in the hills about 70% of the time. Oddly enough the rain kills my mpg. I sometimes 1.5 mpg in the rain. Basically everything electronic shuts down when it rains. I asked my boss yesterday to please sell it and give me a new one but she said we don’t have one at the moment. Hopefully it’ll be gone soon. It has 142,000 miles on it. By the way it’s governed at 69. Ironically I’m watching your video waiting for a storm to pass😂

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Your mileage sounds about right.

[@waltmiller]

Where your specs? Axle ratio? To compare the fuel economy difference between a semi-truck achieving 7.1 mpg versus 8.1 mpg over 6,000 miles per month, let’s calculate the fuel usage and cost for each scenario. Summary Fuel used per month: 7.1 mpg: ~845 gallons 8.1 mpg: ~741 gallons Monthly fuel cost savings: ~$418 Annual fuel cost savings: ~$5,011 Takeaway Improving fuel efficiency by 1 mpg (from 7.1 to 8.1 mpg) saves over $5,000 annually for a truck driving 6,000 miles monthly at $4/gallon diesel.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

2.64

[@Goal-2-Go]

Just a suggestion here. Why don't you calculate out the real figure averages instead of rounding up to one and then 2 mi per gallon.?? Your savings numbers are inflated... Your new freightliners are getting 8.2 on high and I'll say 8 on average.. you're 21 freightliners we're getting an average 7.5, 7.6..

[@pedgar789]

HI , great video. I run a DD13 425 hp, with an Allison automatic, pulls great. 79900 all the time. Have you thought about going to a DD13 ? Is 10 % smaller in displacement, and can be order up to 525 hp ( which you may not need) 😂. The DD 13 is pretty much similar to DD15, and DD16. Just smaller. DD13, compares better to Volvo s 13 liter . It may pay off for you trying the DD13.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

We'll keep that in mind

[@knightranger1783]

Please tell about how heavy the load is? Also from what pick up city, state to the drop city, state You only explain 1/4 of the equation of fuel mileage.

[@roberajinfessa9114]

Nice cut 👍🏾

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Thanks!

[@johnnyloveful3818]

10-4 on the break down, going broke in the fast lane for all the wrong reasons 🙈💰🇨🇦

[@garzad28]

Do you have any stats on solar panel apu

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Not presently, no

[@johncalvo1743]

Ronin, what about the rear ratio? That is very important. What ratio do you spec your trucks at?

[@mtransport2144]

Probably with 3.08

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

2.64

[@IronBlockChef]

@@NorthAmerican-Trucking-Newsone of the worst ratios for hills

[@johncalvo1743]

@@IronBlockChef What ratio would you recommend for someone who runs the Western 11 like me?

[@IronBlockChef]

@@johncalvo1743 I have 2.64s on my truck and it’s a dog up any hills , 3.55 is good for hills or 3.73

[@George-49x]

Gear ratio makes a huge difference and it drives me nuts that people always ignore that especially a KZbinr like yourself. Don’t pretend to be stupid give us your gear ratio!!! Oh and by the way a truck driver’s money comes the right loads and the right company not by driving the truck that’s cheapest on fuel but fuel usage does matter

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

2.64

[@George-49x]

@ wow that’s high geared. Do your drivers like that ? And do you have the eCoast ON or OFF?

[@kmg501]

11 to 12 miles per gallon would be astounding, so I'm not going to believe it until enough reliable sources have weighed in.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

That's a safe approach!

[@IronBlockChef]

Whatever one is paid off, that’s the one that will be more profitable

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

True that. Also whatever one is better taken care of!

[@uncleal13]

Joel Morrow runs Volvo breaking 11 US mpg he puts actual data on Facebook all the time. His brother owns Ploger Transportation and runs Volvos for years.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

We'll check him out!

[@rd5991]

I know you say the Volvos eat more fuel, have you checked out the D13TC engine specifically? I’ve been getting 8.5-9 out of a company truck. The d13 gets worse consumption but this setup uses turbo compounding going directly to the drivetrain. Specifically the 455/1850tq package. They cruise at like 1050-1100 rpm.

[@void308]

Damn

[@user-FTRU6GJ]

I don’t understand these low HP/Torque specs. You will get better MPGs on a higher spec like 505HP because these engine doesn’t have to work as hard. Also driving a 400-450HP truck with lower torque is horrible to drive

[@Artur_Khazin]

I wonder how long those engines will last. Can you even make it to the end of the 5-year lease.

[@brcarlos]

Why cap at 65? If you drive faster you lose mpg, but gains daily mileage. Have you considered this on your calculations?

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Yes we are. 65 is a balance point allowing you to gain the best mileage while keeping your daily mileage at a moderate level. More than that and you start to see a significant decline in that mpg and any lower and your daily mileage becomes unbearable. So 62-65 is that sweet spot we've found

[@user-FTRU6GJ]

@@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News great for insurance rates as well

[@johncalvo1743]

The thing about the Cascadia is that the interiors are garbage. Everything is cheaply made and falls apart. I'm in a 2021 Penske rental right now, and half the steering controls are either missing or don't work.

[@mtransport2144]

Made in Mexico 🇲🇽 what do you expect

[@kmg501]

Rentals are treated like garbage.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

There are definitely improvements to be made

[@bicyclenerd.9377]

Dude try Volvo. Volvo I think is the worse. Interior plastic are very cheap and easy to break. I drove both freightliner and volvo. I prefer Volvo. But freightliner is more reliable emission system and electronics. Volvo engine sounds a little better.

[@supertruckertom]

Just got into a new Kenworth T680 running LTL team. We put 281,000 on a Cascadia in 10 months. Before that 998k on an International in 3 years. All ISX 450 hp 12 speed auto. Cascadia would stay 7.9 to 8.1 mpg over 50k miles. No APU. I love this KENWORTH. So stable and great lane holding. 30 years with a CDlL, used to own a Freightliner Classic. This truck rides better. Is stonger, better fuel economy.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Sounds like you've had some good trucks

[@bryanjensen5357]

Weight?

[@salvador670]

I get 8 miles per galllon with my volvo vnl 670 d13 with an auto 12 speed transmission. I run local I dont idle my truck but my truck has 720k miles

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Nice!

[@kennykedits]

The only issue my frightliner had was def ghost codes. So if it was def deleted then the truck would've 0 brake downs in 320k miles

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Thanks for sharing!

[@slayer77000]

My 2002 geys 7 loaded and 8-9 my. D12.7

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Impressive!

[@Tlmmy-y3y]

So you have a bunch of trucks causing huge amount of traffic blocking the hills and passing another truck that ls governed stuck in the passing lane for a hour to be passed again by the same truck that ls lighter down the other side and men who drive real power are stuck behind your rig's that causes a lot of road rage

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Pretty farfetched idea

[@rajsaini2496]

Make a vedio on how to put truck in trucking company for person who is new in this field and dont want to be a driver

[@Jay-bk5sl]

You save 7400 but lose cause of dpf brake downs

[@kenn2632]

BINGO 🎯 💯 ‼️ 👌🏾

[@kmg501]

That's why you sell them at about 350k miles.

[@Jay-bk5sl]

@kmg501 they brake down before 350k

[@kmg501]

@@Jay-bk5sl Stop idling them.

[@Jay-bk5sl]

@kmg501 even if you don't idle they brake down

[@Germany._.Kit77]

More then that one using cruise set to 105 km max

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Hmm

[@jamesmartin3895]

there's a 2025 Scania R770 in the USA and bobtail from Boston port down to Tennessee average speed was 70mph average mpg was10 going from Tennessee to Iowa 80 truck stop pulling a rgn with a gmc 3500 pickup on it grossing 62000lbs he was averaging 9mph running 70mph his KZbin channel is bruce willson

[@pedgar789]

Scania is great!

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

That sounds like a great truck!

[@JustAnotherTrader]

Can you include AVERAGE SPEED in the future?

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

We'll endeavor to do so!

[@bigdaddystep.]

$200k to $30k in 3 years.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

👀

[@Ta-TanicaC]

Can you put me In a 2025 truck please

[@juliogonzo2718]

Can you put me in a 2005? 😂

[@MS-oz2wu]

Its good for you. You gotta big outfit. Not good for a new guy just starting out. But, R u kiding me. The costs, in every way, r to outrageous to support the idea that they get better fuel mileage. You got major costs of purchase, down time do to problems with new stuff, primarily the DEF system. No way a new guy can afford these trucks and build a business.

[@AirJockey100]

Nothing is gonna make those Freightliners look any better. They speed around recklessly, driven by knuckleheads who shouldn’t even be on the road in cars. Trucking lost its pride with trucks like these. I detest them

[@kmg501]

The brand of truck is irrelevant to your complaint.

[@AirJockey100]

@ They’re stupid trucks and you need your ears boxed

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

One would assume that people can speed around recklessly in just about any truck

[@truckercowboyed2638]

You sound ignorant

[@AirJockey100]

@@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News And yet these are the trucks that you see out there doing it. They’re cheap and full of ignorant drivers.

[@billhendon1017]

Wow

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Indeed!

[@AccountInactive]

Neither. Trucking is a goddamn trap. Don't join or get out while you can.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Aish

[@edgarcorreiamelo]

65 mph governed... Torture driving slow like that ...

[@Andreyyak]

Detroit engine is garbage!

[@fashionstreet1]

Well why do you guys take away the horsepower? 😮😮

[@kmg501]

I imagine because he has found a sweet spot by doing that. When you run fleets you can figure things out that small operators won't see.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

You guys?