Western Star Goes Virtual August 1, 2014 Detroit Virtual Technician is now standard on select 2014 Western Star truck models, and Eaton's UltraShift PLUS automated transmission is now available on the 4800
Electronic Air-Processing Technology August 1, 2014 Meritor WABCO announced a North American first at Mid-America, a new system that integrates advanced technologies to increase fuel economy
Solar Power Panels Keep Reefers Going August 1, 2014 LOUISVILLE, KY - At the 2014 Mid-America Trucking Show, Cummins Crosspoint showed off how they're using Go Power!'s Solar Flex-powered system to keep dedicated batteries in their battery-powered cab-comfort systems fully charged.
More Eaton/Cummins Integration August 1, 2014 Eaton and Cummins launch integrated powertrain pairing the ISX12 G natural gas engine with the UltraShift Plus automated transmission, plus a SmartAdvantage package mating the ISX12 diesel and Fuller Advantage 10-speed
Steerable Lift-Axle Suspension August 1, 2014 SAF Holland has introduced the Neway LSZ auxiliary steerable lift-axle suspension system
Espar Air Heater Burns NG August 1, 2014 New from Espar is the Airtronic NG Commercial, the first natural gas heater for trucks. Compared to previous offerings, the engine and the heating can now be supplied from just one tank.
Navistar Remote Diagnostics Enhanced August 1, 2014 Navistar has integrated Mitchell 1 Repair-Connect.net and in-bay service tools from Nexiq and Noregon into its OnCommand Connection remote diagnostics system. It promises increased vehicle uptime and improved management efficiency.
New Fuso Canter FE130 August 1, 2014 Mitsubishi Fuso has introduced a new higher-GVW class 3 work truck, with body/payload capacity boosted by 700 lb over the FE125 it replaces. It will be available at dealers by mid-April
Allison Can Save Fuel August 1, 2014 FuelSense is a new efficiency package from Allison Transmission that can bring fuel-consumption reductions of up to 20%. Freightliner will be the first OEM in North America to release it in medium-duty trucks, but not until late this year
New Isuzu N-Series Trucks August 1, 2014 In its 30th anniversary year, Isuzu Commercial Truck of America has unveiled its lineup of 2014 and 2015 N-Series diesel models. Allowable frontal areas have been increased on some models
Battery Protection, Cold Weather Starts August 1, 2014 Idle Smart's patented automatic engine start/stop tool has two new features, Battery Protect to ensure starting power and Cold Weather Guard to prevent starting issues after long idle periods in cold temperatures.
Western Star 4700 Options August 1, 2014 New options now available for the Western Star 4700 include a frame-rail-mounted vertical exhaust stack with aerodynamic roof and side fairings.
Ultracapacitor for Medium-Duty Trucks August 1, 2014 Maxwell Technologies now offers its ultracapacitor-based Engine Start Module for medium-duty diesel trucks. The new Ultra 31/900 can eliminate jump-starts and decrease cost of ownership in class 3 through 6 trucks
Trucking Dangerous Goods Still Not Allowed on Windsor Bridge August 1, 2014 WARREN, MI - Trucks carrying hazardous goods will not be using the Ambassador Bridge, which connects Detroit to Windsor, the Michigan Department of Transportation has decided.
Transportation Brampton Trucker Says He Smuggled Cocaine into NY August 1, 2014 BUFFALO, NY - The owner of an Ontario-based trucking company has pleaded guilty to smuggling thousands of pounds of cocaine across the border into western New York in his trucks.
