The importance of eco-driving training for drivers in transport companies – A case study

  • Tatjana Savković University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technical Sciences
  • Pavle Gladović University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technical Sciences
  • Milica Miličić University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technical Sciences
  • Pavle Pitka University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technical Sciences
  • Dejan Koleška Scania Deutschland GmBH
Keywords: transport company, eco-driving, economic benefits

Abstract

The paper evaluates the impact of eco-driving programs on driving behavior. The study involved 4 professional truck drivers, which examined two operational driving prameters: fuel consumption and idling. Driving behavior was analyzed through three periods: pre-training period (P1), training period (P2), first month after training (P3) and second month after training (P4). Data were collected using Scania Fleet Management System. The results show that there was an improvement in the observed parameters in short-term. Namely, a decrease in fuel consumption and idling was achieved, in the periods P2, P3 and P4 in relation to the period P1. Due to the realized reductions of the observed parameters, costs in transport companies can be significantly reduced annually.

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Published
2021-03-20
How to Cite
Savković, T., Gladović, P., Miličić, M., Pitka, P., & Koleška, D. (2021). The importance of eco-driving training for drivers in transport companies – A case study. Journal of Road and Traffic Engineering, 67(1), 47-51. https://doi.org/10.31075/PIS.67.01.07