New wearable sensor prevents dozing off while driving April 7, 2015 LONDON, England – Italian company Advicy Technology has released a new app and Bluetooth sensor to prevent truck drivers from dozing off while behind the wheel. The new product is…
Vipar Heavy Duty launches new Web site for truck parts April 6, 2015 CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – Vipar Heavy Duty has announced the launch of its new online truck parts market – VIProParts.com – today. The new Web site allows customers to purchase…
Take Cat’s New CT681 Truck For a Spin preview image Take Cat’s New CT681 Truck For a Spin April 2, 2015 TORRANCE, CA – Caterpillar is taking it slow with its Cat Truck program. In 2011 it launched the vocational-only series with the CT660 truck and tractor with a setback steer axle only.
FLO Components offering new hose connection control system preview image FLO Components offering new hose connection control system April 1, 2015 MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — FLO Components announced it is now offering a new Hose Connection Control (HCC) system to monitor grease lines in automatic greasing systems. “Historically, regardless of the brand…
More Cascadia Choices preview image More Cascadia Choices April 1, 2015 AeroSmart and SmartAdvantage packages are now available for the Freightliner Cascadia, driver comfort and convenience options too
New Peterbilt Models preview image New Peterbilt Models April 1, 2015 Peterbilt has introduced a new set-forward front axle Model 567, a 58-in. sleeper for the Model 579, and a predictive cruise control option
Limited Edition Kenworth preview image Limited Edition Kenworth April 1, 2015 The new Icon 900 is a W900L taken to another level, plus a new 76-in. mid-roof sleeper and two new technology products to improve diagnostics and productivity
Mack Fuel-Saving Options preview image Mack Fuel-Saving Options April 1, 2015 Mack Load Logic and 6x2 liftable pusher axle improve fuel efficiency, ideal for bulk and liquid-haul applications
Volvo XE Powertrain Packages preview image Volvo XE Powertrain Packages April 1, 2015 Volvo has expanded its lineup of fuel-efficient XE powertrain packages and introduced a new 6x2 liftable forward axle that automatically adjusts to load changes
Streamlined Toll Management preview image Streamlined Toll Management April 1, 2015 Bestpass has introduced the new Horizon transponder and expanded its tolling network to include Kansas and Florida, and it's coming to Canada
New Aluminum Wheel preview image New Aluminum Wheel April 1, 2015 Alcoa has introduced what it calls its most durable, easy-to-maintain commercial truck wheel, Dura-Bright EVO, to the North American market
Camera Sees It All preview image Camera Sees It All April 1, 2015 Continental's ProViu ASL360 camera system delivers an all-around view in real time with single and multiple split-screen choices
Eaton Widens Reach of Fuller Advantage Series Transmissions preview image Eaton Widens Reach of Fuller Advantage Series Transmissions April 1, 2015 LOUISVILLE-- Power management company Eaton has expanded its lineup of Fuller Advantage Series transmissions to deliver weight savings and fuel efficiency improvements available on nine new models.
Mack Trucks Increases Service Intervals preview image Mack Trucks Increases Service Intervals April 1, 2015 GREENSBORO, NC- Mack Trucks has extended service intervals for diesel particulate filters and diesel engine oil and filter changes on all model year 2011 and newer Mack trucks with an MP7, MP8 or MP10 engine.
Dana Shows Off Tandem Axle Concept for Better Fuel Economy preview image Dana Shows Off Tandem Axle Concept for Better Fuel Economy April 1, 2015 LOUISVILLE, KY-- Dana Holding Corporation introduced the new Spicer AdvanTEK Dual Range Disconnect concept for tandem axles used in Class 8 linehaul applications, at the 2015 Mid-America Trucking Show.
