Chicago, Illinois, November 28, 2011–Todd Bennett, President of Freight Exchange of North America
(F/X), announced today that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved F/X as a SmartWay
Transport® Partner. F/X joins a growing number of surface transportation providers that have
committed to the SmartWay program. Transportation carriers such as F/X see the many benefits of
engaging in this partnership.
“Joining the EPA’s SmartWay Transport® Partnership initiative is more than a good business decision, it’s
a matter of social responsibility. F/X firmly believes in being a good corporate citizen in the communities
in which we live and work,” said Bennett. “We base our fuel surcharge on 6mpg to give truck owners an
incentive to achieve higher fuel efficiency as well as provide technology and support to help manage
their overall fuel usage. The response from our customers has been resoundingly positive. “
The SmartWay Transport® Partnership is a mutually beneficial alliance between the EPA and the US
freight industry as it combines technology and the human spirit to help minimize air pollution and
maximize the wellbeing and longevity of the planet. The partnership adds value to companies as it saves
fuel, saves money, helps the environment, and helps reduce the America’s dependence on foreign fuels.
It also builds and fortifies relationships between carriers and their customers as many environmentally
conscious shippers today require their carriers be SafeWay certified. This partnership is a true win-win
for all as it lowers spend and paves the way toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.
By 2012, it is projected that SmartWay partners will help save between 3.3 and 6.6 billion gallons of
diesel fuel per year, which translates to eliminating between 33 – 66 million metric tons of carbon
dioxide emissions. This is also equivalent to saving 150 million barrels of oil per year or taking 12 million
cars off the road, leading SmartWay partners to save nearly $10 billion in operating costs
(http://www.epa.gov/smartway/).