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...