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UltraLoft takes 579 to new heights

Peterbilt has unveiled a new 80-inch integral sleeper known as the UltraLoft, adding an array of features to the Model 579 that improve comfort for team drivers and enhance aerodynamics in the process.

DD8 engine ready to roll

The new Detroit DD8 engine, first hinted about in 2015 and formally introduced a year ago, has been in production since late last year. Now, says Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), it has been installed in a production truck for the first time.

Truck-Lite family fighting corrosion

Truck-Lite has introduced nanoSeal and nanoShell dielectric products to help in the ongoing fight against corrosion. Using what Truck-Lite calls nGlide technology, the products are designed to adhere to…

Dielectric products fight against corrosion

Truck-Lite has introduced a family of dielectric products – nanoSeal and nanoShell — to help in the ongoing fight against corrosion. Using what Truck-Lite calls nGlide technology, the products…

CarriersEdge adds Spanish course

CarriersEdge has expanded its vehicle inspection training course, now offering all 10 modules in Spanish. The material is available for drivers of straight trucks and tractor-trailers, offering lessons and…

System tracks oil, filter life

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Cummins Filtration’s new FleetguardFIT uses sensors, a control module, and existing telematics services to monitor fuel, lube, and air filters – as well as oil life –…

Portable fuel island for commercial fleets

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Western Global’s new Fuel Island offers a portable fueling station for those who pump diesel in their own yards. Unlike a conventional island that is built on…

Fork adapters for mobile column lifts

STEVENSVILLE, Md. — Stertil-Koni’s new universal multipurpose fork adapters make it possible to lift equipment from the front or rear using just two mobile columns.  The adapter attaches to the mobile…

Weights sent to the back office

EUGENE, Ore. — Air-Weigh and 3rd Eye MobileVision have introduced a way to connect on-route bin weight data with third-party route-management software. Air-Weigh’s BinMaxx scales offer the weights in…

Inspection training now in Spanish

CarriersEdge has expanded its vehicle inspection training course, now offering all 10 modules in Spanish. The material is available for drivers of straight trucks and tractor-trailers, offering lessons and…

Real-time oil, filter monitor

Cummins Filtration’s new FleetguardFIT uses sensors, a control module, and existing telematics services to monitor fuel, lube, and air filters – as well as oil life – in real…

Weight data feeds to back office

(PRNewsfoto/3rd Eye) Air-Weigh and 3rd Eye MobileVision have introduced a way to feed on-route bin weight data to third-party route-management software. Air-Weigh’s BinMaxx scales offer the weights in real…

Fork adapters for column lifts

Stertil-Koni’s new universal multipurpose fork adapters make it possible to lift equipment from the front or rear using just two mobile columns. Fork adapters offer added versatility. The adapter…

Portable fueling station

Western Global introduces the Fuel Island, a self-contained, moveable fuel station with remote monitoring technology. Western Global’s new Fuel Island offers a portable fueling station for those who pump…

IdlePro Extreme alternators now available in 24V applications

NOVI, Mich. — Prestolite Electric’s IdlePro Extreme range of premium, heavy duty replacement alternators has expanded. The new line now includes a 24V, 250-amp version that offers better performance under…