Daimler pumps up Detroit sound with new transmission August 1, 2014 LOUISVILLE, KY -- It was the big reveal. Daimler Trucks unveiled its new Detroit transmission today.
Super B Grain Trailer August 1, 2014 Doepker's Legacy is said to be the lightest aluminum Super B grain trailer out there, with a one-piece aluminum honeycomb slope that uses a minimal number of rivets and offers excellent cleanout and sealing properties.
FMCSA Compliance Manual August 1, 2014 Newly revised manual from J.J. Keller helps fleet managers and owner-operators understand complex U.S. transportation regulations. Key topics include hours of service, driver qualification, vehicle inspection and maintenance, and commercial driver licence requirements.
No More Tire Chains August 1, 2014 Flex-Trax offers a traction system for use in mud, sand, snow, and ice that's said to be much easier to install and more likely to stay on than chains. For everything from cars to heavy trucks.
Reman Transmission August 1, 2014 Eaton has made several enhancements to its lineup of FLEX Reman transmissions, including simpler parts numbers and a substantial expansion of the lineup. It now covers from 75 to 82% of market demand.
Springride Air Springs August 1, 2014 New Springride line of air springs from Veyance Technologies offers value for second- and third-time truck owners, the company says, claiming better service life than offshore brands through resistance to ozone cracking and corrosion.
Wagner LED Headlamps August 1, 2014 Wagner Lighting has introduced advanced LED sealed-beam headlamps for hundreds of commercial applications, says maintenance-free technology brings longer life and improves forward vision compared to standard halogen designs
Ford’s F650 and F750 August 1, 2014 Ford has introduced new F-650 and F-750 trucks with a second-generation 6.7-liter Power Stroke V8 diesel, but the fine print says they'll be 2016 model-year trucks, not available until spring 2015.
Self Powered Tire Inflator August 1, 2014 After 8 million miles of testing and four years of R&D, Aperia's Halo Tire Inflator is now commercially available. It's a self-powered, bolt-on inflation system for trucks, trailers, and buses with either dual or wide-base tires
AutoSock Traction Device August 1, 2014 Here's a lightweight traction device like you haven't seen before, a Norwegian alternative to tire chains that installs in less than five minutes. It's a textile cover that maximizes friction on snow- and ice-covered roads
Mixed-Service Deep-Lug Tire August 1, 2014 New GT Radial GDM635 from Giti Tire is a mixed-service drive tire features a deep-lug tread design for on/off highway use. It features a full inch (32/32nds) of tread rubber for durability and long wear
Ottawa T2 Terminal Tractor August 1, 2014 Kalmar Ottawa's newly designed T2 terminal tractor offers updated performance with faster fifth-wheel lifting, safety enhancements, and easier serviceability. Key improvements include a strengthened chassis and more ergonomic cab design.
Bumper, Trim for Mack Granite August 1, 2014 An AERO CLAD bumper has been released by Hendrickson Bumper and Trim for the Mack Granite. It saves weight and reduces maintenance demands compared to a standard metal bumper.