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The big impact of rolling resistance

Rolling and air resistance have a very large impact on the energy consumption during transport by train and truck. These resistances are both speed and weight dependent. The resistance increases with increased speed and weight of the vehicles. Here some basic facts are presented and a comparison is made between rail and truck. If you look at the energy used for propulsion, all transport should be carried out by rail.

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We have compiled a simple document that explains in text for you what was said on the short film that was shown. It is entirely clearly, if you look at the energy consumed, everyone should medium-distance and long-distance transport takes place by rail. Something elseis not justifiable nor financially motivated. Only shorter distribution distances must be carried out with trucks.

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