Meritor introduces lighter-weight axles preview image Equipment Meritor introduces lighter-weight axles March 2, 2016 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Meritor introduced a lighter-weight MFS+ steer axle and 13X drive axle at the Technology & Maintenance Council’s spring meetings. The MFS+ steer axle for linehaul applications is…
Equipment Mitsubishi Fuso showcases zero-emissions vehicle at Work Truck Show March 2, 2016 INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America is hoping to hit a home run with the unveiling of the Canter E-cell, a fully electric, battery-powered, medium-duty cabover work truck.
Ford introduces new 2017 Super Duty March 1, 2016 INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Ford Commercial Vehicles’ Ford Super Duty chief engineer Craig Schmatz announced the new 2017 Super Duty during the Work Truck Show March 1 in Indianapolis, Ind. Schmatz…
Cummins ‘redefines a classic’ with its new B-Series engine preview image Equipment Cummins ‘redefines a classic’ with its new B-Series engine March 1, 2016 INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Cummins Inc. announced three new products at the Work Truck Show March 1, lead by the new 2017 B6.7 diesel engine, adding to the company’s longstanding line…
Equipment Michelin enters deal with Aperia to launch Auto Inflate March 1, 2016 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Michelin has entered a deal with Aperia Technologies to market its Halo Tire Inflator as Michelin Auto Inflate, powered by Halo. It’s a wheel-mounted tire pressure management…
NACFE report supports adoption of trailer aerodynamics preview image Business Management NACFE report supports adoption of trailer aerodynamics February 29, 2016 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A recent Confidence Report issued by the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) concluded that trailer aerodynamic devices do work, providing fuel savings ranging from 1-10%.
Peterbilt improves chassis routings preview image Equipment Peterbilt improves chassis routings February 29, 2016 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Peterbilt has introduced new chassis routings for its Models 579 and 567, which the company says provides easier access and improve durability. The new chassis routings run…
Dana adds more options for downsped powertrains preview image Equipment Dana adds more options for downsped powertrains February 29, 2016 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The downspeeding trend is likely to continue, and efforts to downspeed powertrains will become more aggressive, according to Steve Slesinski, director of global product planning, commercial vehicle…
Equipment Truck-Lite develops light-out detection system February 29, 2016 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Truck-Lite introduced a new light-out detection system that alerts drivers when a trailer light is no longer functioning. The system is installed on the trailer as part of…
Equipment Michelin updates steer tire, promises 20% more mileage February 29, 2016 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Michelin has a new steer tire it says will provide 20% more mileage than any other – and it’s backing up that claim with a guarantee. The…
Alcoa expands Ultra One lightweight wheel line preview image Equipment Alcoa expands Ultra One lightweight wheel line February 29, 2016 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Alcoa has expanded its line of Ultra One lightweight aluminum wheels. The company announced at the Technology & Maintenance Council meetings the addition of three new sizes.
Equipment Cummins, Eaton boost torque in integrated powertrain February 28, 2016 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Eaton and Cummins have developed a new integrated powertrain that will offer efficiency benefits to carriers hauling heavy payloads. Cummins ISX15 engines rated at 400-475 hp and…
More than 100 fleets now using Halo tire inflation system preview image Equipment More than 100 fleets now using Halo tire inflation system February 28, 2016 Aperia brings on trailer tail inventor Andrew Smith to help grow sales
Haldex bringing new air disc brake to Canada preview image Equipment Haldex bringing new air disc brake to Canada February 28, 2016 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Haldex has announced it will be offering its new ModulT air disc brake to the North American market. The disc brake has been sold in Europe for…
Cat to exit on-highway truck business preview image Equipment Cat to exit on-highway truck business February 26, 2016 Company says it will continue to support existing customers, vehicles
