Exploring the Future of Green Technology in Trucking with Mike Kucharski
In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, host Chris is joined by Mike Kucharski, VP of JKC Trucking, to discuss the advancements, challenges, and potential alternatives in green technology for the long-haul trucking industry.
They delve into the feasibility of natural gas, hydrogen, and electric power as replacements for diesel engines, with Mike providing insights into the current state and future prospects of these technologies.
They also examine specific innovations like the Shell Starship and Nikola trucks, and the practical hurdles such as infrastructure, costs, and performance issues. Additionally, the discussion touches on regulatory perspectives, including upcoming mandates and tax breaks, and the broader impact on the supply chain and pricing for consumers.
Mike's Contact Info:
Jkctrucking.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-kucharski-86745a115/
Your Hosts:
John Farquhar
National Risk Services Specialist, Transportation, Gallager GGB
https://www.ajg.com/ca/
M: 437-341-0932
John_Farquhar@ajg.com
Chris Harris
CEO, Safety Dawg Inc.
905 973 7056
Chris@SafetyDawg.com
https://safetydawg.com/
00:00 Introduction to Green Technology in Trucking
00:38 Meet Mike Kucharski: VP of JKC Trucking
01:53 The Shell Starship: A Futuristic Truck
02:23 Natural Gas Engines: Pros and Cons
03:39 Hydrogen and Electric Trucks: The Future?
05:16 Challenges with New Truck Technologies
14:56 Economic Impact of Green Technology
21:32 The Role of Diesel in the Future of Trucking
25:09 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsKeeping it Safety Dawg Simple!
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