IdleX provides an electric auxiliary power unit (eAPU) that supplies continuous cabin heating and cooling while a truck’s engine is off, eliminating idle fuel use and diesel‑powered APU wear. The plug‑and‑play system draws power from the vehicle’s battery, requires no oil, filters or belts, and offers zero‑maintenance operation with real‑time cloud monitoring, delivering up to $15,000 in annual savings per truck for fleet operators.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Truck drivers must keep the engine running during mandated rest periods to power climate control, leading to significant idle fuel consumption and wear on auxiliary power units (APUs). This results in high fuel costs and ongoing maintenance expenses for fleet operators.
Solution
IdleX offers an electric auxiliary power unit (eAPU) that provides full cabin climate control while the engine is off, eliminating the need for traditional diesel-powered APUs. The eAPU draws power from the vehicle’s battery and supplies continuous heating or cooling throughout rest periods without any auto-starts. By removing oil, filters, and belts, the system requires no routine maintenance, reducing service downtime. Fleet operators can save up to $15,000 per truck annually, delivering a rapid return on investment and turning the eAPU into a profit-generating asset.
Target Audience
Primary customers are commercial trucking fleets and logistics companies that operate long‑haul routes requiring mandatory driver rest periods.
Features
- 100% elimination of idle fuel consumption during rest periods
- Zero-maintenance design with no oil, filters, or belts
- Continuous all-night climate control powered by the vehicle’s battery
- Plug‑and‑play integration compatible with standard truck electrical systems
- Real‑time monitoring and diagnostics via a cloud‑based fleet management platform