Table 36. Projected Penetration of Heavy Truck Technologies in New Trucks from the 
Advanced Diesel Program, 2005, 2010, and 2020

(Percent)

Technology 2005 2010 2020
Advanced Transmission 1 20 40
Lightweight Materials 0 0 0
Synthetic Gear Lube 24 60 60
Advanced Tires: Low Resistance 21 64 70
Advanced Drag Reduction 3 65 65
Electronic Engine Control 7 71 95
Advanced Engine 0 1 90
Turbocompounding 16 67 90
Source: Energy Information Administration, National Energy Modeling System run TDI.D032300C.

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