Knight's Efforts Include

  • Maintaining an updated and modern fleet of tractors
  • Refrain from cycle purchasing around new EPA standards
  • Emphasis on aerodynamic body styling
  • Optimized tractor/trailer gap
  • Reduced tractor weight specifications
  • Use of lightweight, high cube, 53 foot trailers
  • Operating at lower speed limits
  • Optimized engine technology
  • Fuel efficient tires
  • Utilization of in-cab heaters
  • Use of ambient temperature idle management sensors


Through these efforts, Knight Transportation annually eliminates* 892 Million lbs of CO2, 3.5 Million pounds of Nitrogen Oxides(NOx), and 98,000 lbs of Particulate Matter.

*EPA SmartWay Model Estimates

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