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    • Kurt Van Portfliet

    Director Aftermarket Sales North America, Commercial Vehicle Division, Webasto Thermo & Comfort North America

    Kurt Van Portfliet is director of North America aftermarket sales for the commercial vehicle division of Webasto Thermo & Comfort North America. Webasto, which has been supplying the automotive industry for more than 75 years, is an international market leader for roof and temperature management systems.

    Coolant heaters, like the Webasto Thermo Top C, pre-heat the engine, eliminate cold starts and warm the cab’s interior.
    Powertrain

    Can a coolant heater have an effect on the emissions performance of a diesel engine?

    Kurt Van Portfliet
    March 13, 2014
    With stricter regulations and the constant struggle to stretch the maintenance budget, fleet maintenance directors are always looking for ways to reduce emissions and maintenance...