Diesel Direct, a recognized leader in innovative and sustainable fuel delivery solutions across the nation, has officially formalized a partnership with Saia Trucking to pilot the use of renewable diesel at latter’s locations in Oakland, San Jose, Orange and San Diego, CA. Talk about the incentives of making this switch to renewable diesel, they begin from how it is a cleaner-burning alternative to traditional diesel. As a result, the renewable diesel is able to offer, for starters, significantly lower emissions. You see, renewable diesel can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 75%. Hence, such a component should tread a long distance when it comes to helping Saia Trucking’s fleet cut back on its overall carbon footprint. Next up, we have the fuel’s pledge to enhance your engine’s performance. Markedly enough, Diesel Direct’s renewable diesel can deliver superior engine performance even in the most challenging conditions. By doing so, it will effectively ensure that Saia’s trucks can operate in a hassle-free manner under all circumstances. Making the stated pointer even more valuable is how you are not required to conduct any modifications in and around your engine. Such a facility means you can transition into using the new fuel, while simultaneously retaining an optimal degree of cost-efficiency. Joining that would be the potential to improve air quality. Birthed by the promise of lower carbon emissions, Diesel Direct’s renewable diesel will also try and deliver improved air quality to benefit the communities around Saia Trucking’s operational hubs.
Having referred to its benefits, we must also acknowledge how Diesel Direct’s partnership with Saia Trucking goes well beyond just supplying a more sustainable brand of fuel. Instead, it also accommodates comprehensive fuel management solutions designed to optimize operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact. In essence, Diesel Direct’s direct fuel delivery services, such as handling refrigerated units, hazardous materials, and oversized loads with the highest level of precision and care, will empower Saia Trucking’s fleet across key California hubs to meet diverse client needs.
“Diesel Direct’s West Coast Green Corridor stretches from San Diego, California to Portland, Oregon and is expanding northward. Through our mobile fleet fueling program, Saia has significantly reduced fuel procurement costs for approximately 135 tractors across four major markets. This improvement has enhanced route efficiency and contributed to significant labor savings. Additionally, by switching to Renewable Diesel, Saia is projected to save 5,455 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent annually—comparable to removing 1,185 cars from the road,” said Jeremy Model, Account Manager at Diesel Direct.
Founded way back in 1924, Saia Trucking comes into this partnership with an already-established track record of environment-friendly moves. To give you can example, the company had previously modernized its entire equipment to boost fuel efficiency, transitioning to alternative fuels, and leveraging new technologies to optimize routing, loading, and freight handling.
As for Diesel Direct, founded back in 1998, the company’s rise up the ranks stems from being the nation’s largest mobile on-site fueling company. The organization’s high-quality fuels are all scientifically engineered to help optimize engine performance. On top of that, Diesel Direct has also developed a data-driven solution to the fuel management system which provides customers accurate and meaningful data to assist the management of their fuel consumption, meet regulatory compliance requirements, and exceed the needs of continuously evolving business requirements. At present, the company provides services for total supply management, all on-site fueling, and fuel intelligence control including tanks, disaster management, Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) replenishment, marine fuel, and specialized generator services.
“Diesel Direct’s partnership with Saia Trucking marks a significant step forward in our mission to promote renewable energy solutions in the transportation sector,” said Tim Johnson, Senior Vice President of Diesel Direct. “By piloting Renewable Diesel, Saia Trucking is enhancing their operational efficiency while contributing to a healthier environment. We look forward to continuing our collaboration to reduce emissions and build a more sustainable future for everyone.”
