Upgrades introduced to Autel diagnostic tablet preview image Other, Software Upgrades introduced to Autel diagnostic tablet May 18, 2021 Autel US has introduced several enhancements to the MaxiSYS MS909CV commercial vehicle diagnostics tablet. Features include software to analyze starting and charging systems, and calibrate advanced driver assistance systems…
Trail King updates live-bottom trailers preview image Trailers Trail King updates live-bottom trailers May 17, 2021 Trail King has introduced several updates to its lineup of live-bottom trailers, ranging from maintenance access to the hopper walls. Bolt-on upper coupler/kingpin and front fenders improve access for…
Autocar unveils electric terminal tractor preview image Other Autocar unveils electric terminal tractor May 14, 2021 Autocar has unveiled an all-electric version of its ACTT terminal tractor, the E-ACTT, which will be available later this year. The underlying electric powertrain and telemetry/diagnostic systems were designed…
CARL automating responses for FACT system preview image Software CARL automating responses for FACT system May 13, 2021 Carrier Logistics is using artificial intelligence to automate replies to inquiries, with a new platform called CARL – CLI’s Automated Response Logic. The technology automates the connection between email…
Updates added to JPRO Professional tools preview image Software Updates added to JPRO Professional tools May 11, 2021 Noregon has updated its flagship JPRO Professional in-shop diagnostic and repair tool, which offers a single application to triage, diagnose, and repair all makes and models. The first major…
DC to DC converters for battery-electric trucks preview image Other DC to DC converters for battery-electric trucks May 11, 2021 Eaton’s eMobility business will supply a 24-to-12-volt DC-DC converter to power accessories like antilock brakes and lighting in commercial heavy-duty battery-electric vehicles. The specialty converter, also known as a…
Garmin expands truck navigator lineup preview image Software Garmin expands truck navigator lineup May 7, 2021 Garmin has expanded its truck navigator lineup with a shrinking screen. The dezl OTR500 is 5.5 inches wide and features a high-resolution touchscreen display, adding to the product family…
Paccar upgrades MX-11 and MX-13 engines preview image Engines/Drivetrains Paccar upgrades MX-11 and MX-13 engines May 7, 2021 Recently unveiled Kenworth T680 Next Generation trucks come with some upgraded power under the hood. Fuel economy in the Paccar MX-13 is up 2.4%, and rises 3.4% in the…
PowerPro Extreme 12 starters get added protection preview image Other PowerPro Extreme 12 starters get added protection May 6, 2021 Leece-Neville’s PowerPro Extreme 12 starters are now supported with iRelay, an “intelligent relay” offering protection that can be customized to OEM requirements. The feature comes in the form of…
Flo Components remotely monitors lube systems preview image Lubes/Fluids, Other Flo Components remotely monitors lube systems May 4, 2021 Flo Components has unveiled a remote monitoring telematics program for automatic lubrication systems. FLOlink operates with any model of automatic lubrication system, offering remote, real-time checks on machine location,…
Cargomaxx nitrogen gas-charged shock absorbers preview image Other, Trucks Cargomaxx nitrogen gas-charged shock absorbers May 3, 2021 Dayton Parts has launched Cargomaxx heavy-duty nitrogen gas-charged shock absorbers for heavy-duty trucks. The company says they offer better ride control and cargo protection on Classes 7/8 trucks. The nitrogen…
Detroit launches eConsulting services, EV chargers preview image Engines/Drivetrains, Trucks Detroit launches eConsulting services, EV chargers May 3, 2021 Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) has added new Detroit eConsulting services for fleets deploying electric trucks, including eFill electric commercial vehicle chargers. (Photo: DTNA) eConsulting services are provided by a…
Xantrex brings lithium-ion power to trucks preview image Other Xantrex brings lithium-ion power to trucks April 20, 2021 Xantrex is giving heavy trucks a way to break free from idling with the Freedom e-Gen lithium-ion auxiliary power unit. Available as an OEM installation or through the aftermarket,…
Scan tool works through smartphone preview image Software Scan tool works through smartphone April 20, 2021 A new smartphone-enabled scan tool from Dorman Products and Diesel Laptops delivers diagnostic information on North American trucks. No proprietary hardware is needed. The device works in conjunction with…
Gaming app offers insights into truck repair preview image Software Gaming app offers insights into truck repair April 20, 2021 The American Trucking Associations’ Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) is reaching out to a future generation of technicians with a new augmented reality gaming app – TMCSuperTech: The Game. Based…