# Hybrid Lightning Truck Debuting - Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2015/02/hybrid-lightning-truck-debuting/ - Published: 2015-02-20T02:05:52-05:00 - Author: greenlivingguy ## Introduction to Lightning Hybrids Well holy hybrid lightning truck. For Lightning Hybrids is developer and manufacturer of hydraulic hybrid systems. That’s for medium and heavy-duty trucks and buses. For they will introduce the application of its first [emission reducing](https://greenlivingguy.com/2011/07/norbert-dentressangles-hybrid-truck-for-sustainable-logistics/) brake regeneration technology. All most surprisingly on a walk-in box truck. The debut will take place during the South Shore Clean Cities annual meeting. For that’s locate in Merrillville, Indiana, on Feb. 17. Lightning Hybrids’ system on the vehicle, featuring a Ford F59 chassis. In addition, a Morgan Olson Route Star walk-in van body. For it [enhances fuel efficiency](https://greenlivingguy.com/2012/02/ups-takes-a-green-leap-with-hybrid-electric-trucks/). All the while it significantly reduces emissions. ### Added Hydraulic System for Regenerative Braking It’s all to achieve [reduced emissions](https://greenlivingguy.com/2012/02/ups-takes-a-green-leap-with-hybrid-electric-trucks/) and fuel economy gains. For a Lightning Hybrid truck applies a hydraulic system. Especially to the driveline of a vehicle to regenerate braking energy. All which is stored and used for the next acceleration. #### Doesn’t Have Batteries?! The system, which does not have electric batteries. For it uses this otherwise wasted energy for acceleration. That’s supplementing power from the internal combustion engine to reduce fuel costs. I mean for fleet owners and greatly cut emissions. The company’s system decreases emission of nitrogen oxides. For it eliminates key ingredients in harmful smog. I mean by up to 90 percent. In addition it enhances fuel efficiency by up to 30 percent. Moroever, the hybrid system dramatically lengthens brake life. Finally, the increased low-end torque improves acceleration. ### Fuel Savings Lightning Hybrids Look, Lightning Hybrids are providing the heavy-duty marketplace with the gas hybrid technology.  Especially it’ll be needed to transform fleets. I mean to more environmentally friendly operations. All the while reducing operating costs. That’s with other associated with fuel and maintenance. That was said by Dave Brosky. He is vice president of sales at Lightning Hybrids. For they were excited to participate in the South Shore Clean Cities event. For it demonstrates the integral role hybrid systems will play. Especially in the quest to enhance work truck efficiency. ##### Fleet Owners Want Cleaner and Fuel-Efficient Trucks As fleet owners continue to seek cleaner, more fuel-efficient vehicles like hybrids. Thereby using incentive programs. For they are beginning to play a vital role in supporting this transition. #### Lightning Hybrid Ford F59 Lightning Hybrids’ system installed on the Ford F59 is eligible. All for Drive Clean Chicago’s “Drive Clean Truck” voucher program. A program which also provides incentives. Especially to help shift diesel fleets. Specifically in the Chicago area. That’s to zero-and low-emission vehicles. #### “Drive Clean Truck” Voucher Program Through the voucher program, fleet owners operating Class 2 to Class 8 trucks can apply. Especially for vouchers for $30,000 and up. As well as 80 percent of the incremental cost. That’s most importantly to retrofit existing fleets. Additional states offer grants also. That’s as well as funding for Lightning Hybrids’ systems. All which include Colorado, Maryland and Massachusetts. I mean amongst others. ![Hybrid Lightning Truck Debuting](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-content/ uploads/2023/06/IMG_2031.png?resize=300%2C169&quality=50&ssl=1) One business that recently integrated a Ford F59 into its fleet is AmeriPride Services Inc.  For it’s a leading North American uniform and linen supply company.  For this clearly is the first hydraulic hybrid. Especially in the organization’s fleet. That’s also and of approximately 1,900 vehicles. #### Morgan Olson with Lightning Hybrids Lightning Hybrids truck partnered with Morgan Olson. For they are an industry leader in customizing walk-in vans. That’s to incorporate its Lightning hybrid system into the truck of a Ford F59 chassis. In addition, South Shore Clean Cities is a nonprofit organization. For it is also sponsored through a U.S. Department of Energy program. It is also focused on advancing the use of alternative fuels and also clean vehicle technologies. Especially to improve air quality, develop regional economic opportunities. Finally and reduce the use of imported oil. For at this year’s annual meeting, Lightning Hybrids truck will participate in the ride-and-drive with a Ford F59, owned by its event partner, Auto Park Fleet. Auto Park Fleet specializes in supplying delivery vehicles nationwide. The South Shore Clean Cities annual meeting is scheduled at Avalon Manor in Merrillville, Indiana. That’s from 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Registration details can be found on its website, southshorecleancities.org. In addition to the South Shore Clean Cities event, the company will showcase the Ford F59 hybrid. That’s at the upcoming National Truck Equipment Association’s annual Work Truck Show. It is to be held in Indianapolis from March 4-6. In addition, Lightning Hybrids will participate in the Green Truck Ride-and-Drive with the Ford F59. That’s as well as host a press conference in booth 2411 on Thursday, March 5. It’s also from 1:25-1:55 p.m. The Work Truck Show features the latest products for Class 1- 8 vocational trucks and equipment, and offers intensive programs on hybrid vehicles, alternative fuels, truck upfitting, specification writing and fleet productivity. SOURCE Lightning Hybrids [http://www.lightninghybrids.com](https://lightningsystems.com/), LOVELAND, Colo., Feb. 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — [⌊Hybrid Lightning Truck Debuting⌉⌊Hybrid Lightning Truck Debuting⌉[ ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/df91669667126e1290c21ee0342c386e2da19d588d4d9ca6560bd82ed59a9641? s=300&d=monsterid&r=g) greenlivingguy The Green Living Guy, Seth Leitman is an independent power producer, a green living expert, and Editor of the McGraw-Hill, TAB Green Guru Guides. Seth is also an Author, Radio Host, Reporter, Writer and an Environmental Consultant on green living. The Green Living Guy writes about green living, green lighting, the green guru guides and more. 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