Ridewell offering Bendix ADB22X-LT disc brakes January 31, 2017 ELYRIA, Ohio – Ridewell Suspensions has approved the Bendix ADB22X-LT air disc brake for pairing with its axles. The brake was designed specifically for trailers, Bendix says, and will fit…
Bendix ESP system now standard on Kenworth T680, T880 preview image Bendix ESP system now standard on Kenworth T680, T880 January 30, 2017 KIRKLAND, Wash.– Kenworth announced recently that the Bendix Electronic Stability Program is now standard on new Kenworth T680 and T880 tractors. Bendix confirmed that the program meets the National Highway…
TrailerCaddy offers alternative to shunt trucks January 27, 2017 LITTLE FALLS, Minn. – A new TrailerCaddy Terminal Tractor has been developed, which the manufacturer says will cost about a quarter of the cost of a new shunt truck. The…
Equipment Webb Wheel introduces trailer brake drum January 27, 2017 LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Webb Wheel Products has introduced a new brake drum, designed specifically for trailer applications. The announcements was made during Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week. It’s a lighter,…
Stemco invests in air springs R&D center preview image Equipment Stemco invests in air springs R&D center January 27, 2017 FAIRLAWN, Ohio – Stemco has announced it is opening a 20,000 sq.-ft. research and development facility for commercial vehicle air springs. The facility will employ 22 people and…
With two new trailers on the road, business is good for Utility Trailer Manufacturing preview image Business Management With two new trailers on the road, business is good for Utility Trailer Manufacturing January 25, 2017 CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. – Utility Trailer Manufacturing touted a pair of new products the company announced last year that are hitting the road in 2017. The trailer manufacturer invited…
Eaton updates Advantage Series clutches preview image Equipment Eaton updates Advantage Series clutches January 25, 2017 LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Eaton has updated its line of Advantage Series heavy-duty clutches, to increase durability, reduce vibrations and improve shifting. The new clutches were shown for the first…
Dana launches new e-commerce portal preview image Equipment Dana launches new e-commerce portal January 25, 2017 LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Dana has launched a new parts ordering website to provide fleet customers with easier access to information and an ability for distributors to better fulfill orders.
Business Management Vipar Heavy Duty assembles team to achieve growth January 25, 2017 LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Vipar Heavy Duty introduced its new president, Chris Baer, to the industry at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week, where he outlined the organization’s growth plans. Baer said…
Maxion to offer first aluminum commercial vehicle wheels preview image Equipment Maxion to offer first aluminum commercial vehicle wheels January 25, 2017 LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Maxion Wheels is bringing to market its first aluminum commercial vehicle wheels. The forged aluminum wheels will be offered in the four most common sizes: 22.5×8.25;…
Equipment Mahle expands product offerings through new partnerships January 25, 2017 LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Mahle Service Solutions has expanded it product offerings, through two new partnerships with industry suppliers. The company, aiming to become a one-stop shop for its customers,…
Meritor expands FastSet King Pin Kit product line preview image Equipment Meritor expands FastSet King Pin Kit product line January 24, 2017 LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Meritor has expanded its FastSet King Pin Kit product line to offer 45 no-ream kits, providing fleets with a faster way to replace king pins. The…
Equipment Denso expanding heavy-duty aftermarket business January 24, 2017 LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Automotive parts powerhouse Denso is expanding its presence in the heavy-duty aftermarket, by bolstering its sales staff seven-fold and introducing new products. The company says it…
Equipment Canada’s aftermarket parts industry is growing, but mostly due to pricier parts January 23, 2017 LAS VEGAS, Nev. – The heavy-duty aftermarket parts business in Canada is growing at a faster rate than in the US, but that’s mostly because parts are becoming more expensive…
Accuride develops lighter-weight wheels, extends coating warranties preview image Equipment Accuride develops lighter-weight wheels, extends coating warranties January 23, 2017 LAS VEGAS, Nev. – With its manufacturing plants updated and its balance sheet fixed, Accuride is turning its attention to new product development, several of which were introduced at this…
