RAIL-INTERMODAL OPERATION AND FUEL EFFICIENCY
Over a long-haul, rail is an efficient mode of transportation from an energy as well as cost consideration, whereas trucks are efficient over the short-haul and provide mobility from the point of origin to destination. The integration of services between rail and truck can provide better transportation services to the consumer and can save cost and fuel. This paper deals with this subject area and expands upon the activities being undertaken by "CONRAIL" to enhance intermodal service between the truck and train.
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Supplemental Notes:
- Proceedings of the Third National Conference (Conf-760895), Effects of Energy Constraints on Transportation Systems, Union College, Schenectady, New York, August 2-6, 1976. Entire volume of Proceedings in RRIS, 165077.
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Corporate Authors:
Energy Research and Development Administration
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Washington, DC United States 20590 -
Authors:
- Randall, H L
- Conference:
- Publication Date: 1977-5
Media Info
- Pagination: p. 395-403
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Freight service; Fuel conservation; Intermodal services; Motor carriers; Piggyback transportation; Quality of service
- Identifier Terms: Conrail
- Subject Areas: Energy; Freight Transportation; Motor Carriers; Railroads;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 00167515
- Record Type: Publication
- Source Agency: Energy Research and Development Administration
- Files: TRIS
- Created Date: Dec 27 1977 12:00AM