1. Cutting Fuel Costs with Idle Smart
Ibbetson Bros. reports benefits and savings from the idle reduction solution
Leawood, Kansas – December 17, 2013 – Idle Smart, the provider of a
patented idle reduction solution designed to save fuel for fleets and drivers, today
announced that Ibbetson Brothers, a farm and trucking operation in Yates
Center, Kansas, is realizing fuel saving and other benefits from its use of the
company’s solution. Ibbetson Bros. is installing Idle Smart in four trucks used to
haul hay to dairies and feedlots, and other commodities in over-the-road
specialized, flatbed and heavy haul transportation service.
“We’ve already seen a payback on our first Idle Smart unit,” said Rick Sievers, a
driver for the company. “In the summer, we estimate we’re saving ten or more
gallons per day, six days a week with Idle Smart compared to idling the truck.
Even at 50 gallons per week in reduced fuel consumption that can save us $200
weekly.
“Along with fuel savings, Idle Smart also eliminates any cost for maintenance on
an APU, doesn’t add weight to the vehicle, and it’s very simple to program and
use,” Sievers added. “You just turn it on and go, and any issue with noise when
the engine starts is more about the engine. In some trucks you don’t even
notice.”
“Based on the performance of our first Idle Smart unit on a Volvo tractor we’re
purchasing three more for a 2006 Freightliner, a new Kenworth, and a 2014
Freightliner. We ran into a hurdle with the newest Freightliner because its design
was different, but Idle Smart stayed on it. They kept us informed as they
addressed the issue, and quickly made sure it would work correctly.”
One of the newest features of Idle Smart is a design that enables the solution to
be implemented more easily on every 2007 and newer truck make and model,
and it can be easily moved to new vehicles in the fleet. Additionally, Idle Smart
Fuel Optimization Software now utilizes a new algorithm that determines when to
automatically turn off the unit, saving unnecessary idling if the system is left on
when the driver is not in the vehicle.
Idle Smart continuously monitors interior and ambient temperatures and starts
and stops a vehicle to maintain desired cabin temperature and reduce fuel
consumption. Fully customizable and password protected, programming

2. temperature and timer settings with the Idle Smart solution is easily
accomplished using the unit’s intuitive display and menu driven format.
“We’re hearing from more customers like Ibbetson Bros. about the value they are
receiving from their investment in Idle Smart,” said Ryan Bennett VP, Product
and Marketing. “Many of our latest enhancements are the result of feedback from
fleets and drivers who are using Idle Smart to realize a reduction of up to 70
percent from our fuel saving solution.”
The Idle Smart idle reduction solution includes under dash and display units, the
Idle Smart ProSmart Harness for ECM communication, Idle Smart Fuel
Optimization Software, and all necessary system installation components.
About Idle Smart
Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Leawood, Kansas, Idle Smart is the
developer and provider of a patented idle reduction solution designed to save
fuel for fleets and drivers. The only engine start/stop solution that starts and
stops engines automatically based on cabin temperature preferences, Idle Smart
is backed by a Lifetime Product Warranty and a 100% Money Back Guarantee.
Idle Smart is a proud supporter of Hope for the Warriors®.
For more information: www.idlesmart.com
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