Schneider marks major gains in fuel efficiency and zero emission progress
Schneider's blend of efficiency-driving technology, operational design and alternative-power investments leads the industry
Schneider National, Inc. (NYSE:SNDR), a premier multimodal provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services, today announced it has become the first major carrier to surpass 10 million zero emission miles with its Freightliner eCascadia fleet, establishing a new industry standard for efficiency and responsible operations. Schneider operates one of the largest battery electric vehicle (BEV) fleets in North America with nearly 100 Freightliner eCascadias.
With its focus on fuel efficiency, Schneider is widely regarded as the carrier that sets the pace for industry advancements — not just through its BEVs, but through a combination of innovative equipment, optimized network design and driver-focused training.
A responsible approach that drives efficiency
As part of Schneider's commitment to making a positive impact, the company continuously invests in technology, equipment and operating practices that reduce emissions, conserve fuel and eliminate waste across the supply chain. The drive for flexible innovations ensures shippers have the most efficient transportation solutions available from which to choose.
"Meeting market demands today requires a collaborative approach to finding the most efficient way to move goods to their final destination," said Schneider President and CEO Mark Rourke. "Schneider not only invests in innovative technology to achieve record-breaking efficiency milestones, we also work with customers and vendors to identify every potential efficiency to help create an optimized supply chain and increased value."
A long-standing industry leader, Schneider has consistently earned the highest U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SmartWay Performance Rankings across its core operations, reflecting year-over-year low emissions. The company has been recognized 13 times with the EPA SmartWay Excellence Award for improving freight efficiency and contributing to cleaner air throughout its supply chain.
Inside Schneider's formula for driving efficiency and savings
Industry-leading equipment advantage
The company's asset-based model and investment strategy give shippers measurable efficiency benefits:
- Lightweight tractors and chassis allow customers to move more product per load, 10% more on certain rail-intermodal routes, reducing total shipments and emissions.
- Advanced powertrains deliver optimal performance with reduced fuel burn.
- MirrorEye® camera systems reduce drag, improving efficiency and safety.
- Aerodynamics, idle-reduction tech, HVAC optimization and speed limiters lower fuel use across the fleet.
Driver-centered efficiency training
Schneider driver training includes simulation-based instruction and embedded best practices that reduce fuel consumption. This training alone saves 335,000+ gallons of fuel every year.
Additional driver-efficiency tools include:
- UPGo/EZ Pass rail yard access, reducing idle time and emissions.
- Automated service alerts, preventing breakdowns and keeping equipment operating at peak efficiency.
- Driver incentives based on fuel and equipment usage efficiency.
Intermodal: Schneider's high-performing efficiency advantage
Schneider's leading Intermodal network offers shippers options to strategically convert freight from road to rail, allowing:
- Movement of one ton of freight up to 500 miles on one gallon of fuel.
- Seamless integration with customer supply chains for the most efficient routing available nationwide.
- More options for speed and enhanced service through Schneider Fast Track, a premium solution designed for shippers with time-sensitive and high-service freight needs.
Results that move the needle
Schneider's BEV fleet has already reduced emissions by 33.5 million pounds of CO₂, equal to removing over 13,000 gasoline‑powered cars from the road for one year. These numbers will continue to climb as the zero emission mileage grows.
To support its BEV operations, Schneider built one of the nation's largest heavy-duty charging depots in South El Monte, California, equipped with 16 350-kW dual-corded dispensers capable of charging 32 trucks simultaneously.
From equipment and driver training to intermodal optimization and zero emission innovation, Schneider's network consistently delivers efficient transportation solutions and continues to raise the bar for what shippers should expect.
Learn more about the latest supply chain optimization strategies and how Schneider can help maximize the efficiency of your shipments at https://schneider.com/freight-shipping-solutions/why-schneider.
Schneider's BEV fleet was made possible through a number of grants from organizations such as California Air Resources Board and the California Energy Commission's Joint Electric Truck Scaling Initiative (JETSI), with additional support from the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD).
Fifty of Schneider's 92 eCascadias were made possible by the JETSI Project — a California-wide initiative working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, strengthen the economy, and improve public health and the environment, particularly in disadvantaged communities.
Of the additional 42 trucks, five are jointly funded by the U.S. EPA FY18 Targeted Airshed Grant and Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Program (HVIP), seven are funded by the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust and 30 trucks are funded by HVIP.
About Schneider
Schneider is a premier multi-modal provider of transportation and logistics services. Offering one of the broadest portfolios in the industry, Schneider's solutions include Regional and Long-Haul Truckload, Expedited, Dedicated, Bulk, Intermodal, Brokerage, Warehousing, Supply Chain Management, Port Logistics and Logistics Consulting.
Schneider has been safely delivering superior customer experiences and investing in innovation for 90 years. The company's digital marketplace, Schneider FreightPower®, is revolutionizing the industry giving shippers access to an expanded, highly flexible capacity network and provides carriers with unmatched access to quality drop-and-hook freight – Always Delivering, Always Ahead.
For more information about Schneider, visit Schneider.com or follow the company socially on Facebook, LinkedIn and X: @WeAreSchneider.
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