Latest Trends and Technologies for Outreach Vehicles Kim Jones & Michael Swendrowski Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services Conference October 10-12, 2012 Richmond, VA

Lean and Green!  Smaller vehicles  Hybrid and alternative fuels  Eco-friendly “Green” features

Smaller Vehicles Choices are on the way!

Fiat Ducato  European roots  Rear wheel drive  May fall under Ram brand  Due 2013

Ford Transit Jumbo  Also European  Replacing Econoline van  US debut expected 2013

Mercedes-Benz/Freightliner Sprinter  Proven US track record  Current supply issues with bus version

Sprinter Bookmobiles

Efficient Design

Hybrid and Alternative Fuels Viable options.

Hybrid Drivelines Mendocino County Rochester PL  Diesel electric  Electric to 34mph  25% fuel improvement  Available to 30,000lbs GVWR

Hydrogen Fuel Cells  Several attempts over years  Resurgence with new natural gas reserves  Infrastructure expected to grow significantly in next 5 years  UPS Sprinter in operation since 2003

Clean Diesel  Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) current standard – since 2010  90% reduction in pollution since 2006  Particulate matter at near-zero levels  Diesel has always been more efficient than gasoline

Bio-diesel  B5 (5%) acceptable in most diesel engines  Some approve to B20 (20%)  Can be made from vegetable oils, animal fats, or recycled restaurant greases  2% lower fuel economy for B20 (10% lower for B100)

Green Technologies In high demand!

Solar  watts per panel  Charges batteries for both DC and AC power (with inverter)  Can be retrofitted  Virtually zero maintenance!

Inverters  Reduces generator run time  Clean & quiet source of power  Onan Hybrid Power Systems discontinued 

Eco-friendly Finishes  Cork flooring  Bamboo flooring  Recycled carpets  Low VOC plywood

Lightweight Materials  Aluminum bodies and wheels  Less weight (and corrosion)  Aluminum shelving  700lb. typical weight savings  Thinner substrates  ½” vs. ¾” = 22lbs per 4x8 sheet  10% weight reduction = 5% fuel efficiency gain

LED Lighting  Costs have dropped  Nearly “standard”  Warmer light frequency  Very efficient

Natural Lighting  Skylights  Windows  Light color choices

Thank you! Have a wonderful conference!