Equipment

It’s the time of year for ‘extreme’ air filter

PERRYSBURG, Ohio – Spring has arrived, and for drivers who suffer from seasonal allergens, Luber-finer is introducing the Extreme Clean HD premium cabin filters, which trap airborne particles ranging from…

Mack optimizes mDrive HD for low-speed maneuverability

Truck maker also introduces single-box aftertreatment system to Canadian market at Truck World

Wheel separations can be eliminated, CFMS panel contends

TORONTO, Ont. — Asked if commercial vehicle wheel separations can be completely prevented, all members of a Canadian Fleet Maintenance Summit (CFMS) panel gave a resounding “yes.” However, that ambitious…

Bridgestone brings R283A tire to Canada

TORONTO, Ont. — Bridgestone used Truck World to launch its new R283A steer tire to the Canadian market. The company says the Ecopia tire produces 3% less rolling resistance than…

Michelin announces two new services in Canada at Truck World

TORONTO, Ont. – Michelin North America (Canada) introduced its Michelin Commercial Service Network (MCSN) and Tire Care at Truck World April 14 in Toronto, with COO Harold Phillips saying that…

Meritor provides students with necessary parts for technician program

Invites 31 to Truck World show to learn about new technologies

Fourth model of International’s HX series introduced at Truck World

TORONTO, Ont. – International Truck unveiled its fourth model of the International HX Series lineup at Truck World April 14. The HX520 is a 120” BBC set-forward axle truck or…

Volvo introduces Canadian market to new engines, enhanced I-Shift

TORONTO, Ont. — Volvo Trucks introduced the Canadian market to its 2017 engines and enhanced I-Shift automated manual transmission today at Truck World. But Goran Nyberg, president of Volvo Trucks…

Groupe Trans-West equipping entire fleet with FlowBelow aero devices

TORONTO, Ont. — FlowBelow Aero, a maker of aerodynamic wheel covers and fairings, today announced its first major deal with a Canadian fleet. After extensive testing, Groupe Trans-West announced it…

Big data brings big opportunities, challenges: Ryder’s Dawson

TORONTO, Ont. — The deluge of data being generated by today’s trucks can be overwhelming to manage. Now imagine you have 180,000 vehicles generating such data and you’ll empathize with…

Five-day auction expected to be biggest ever

Two El Caminos being sold for charity

TMTA names first-ever female president

WATERLOO, Ont. — The Transportation Maintenance & Technology Association (TMTA) has installed its first-ever female president, Brenda Alderson. Alderson will lead the Waterloo chapter, after accepting the reins from outgoing…

Cellcontrol and TomTom partner to help reduce distracted driving

NEW ORLEANS, La. – Cellcontrol has teamed with navigation device company TomTom to bring fleets in both Canada and the US a specially designed version of its safe driving platform…

East Coast International brings HX Series to Atlantic Heavy Equipment Show

MONCTON, N.B. — The Atlantic Heavy Equipment Show runs Apr. 7-8 at the Moncton Coliseum Complex and East Coast International Trucks is taking the opportunity to introduce eastern fleets to…

TSE Brakes introduces UL-Disc Air Brake Actuators

CULLMAN, Al. – TSE Brakes recently introduced the new UL-Disc Air Brake Actuators specifically designed for transportation equipment using air disc brakes. “Due to reduced stopping distance requirements, air disc…