Kenworth adds two ratings for PACCAR MX-13 engine
Kenworth has added two new ratings for the 12.9-liter PACCAR MX-13 engine available for the Kenworth T680, T880 and W990. The first new rating of 405 HP and 1,650 lb./ft. of torque provides constant power for line haul applications, enhances integration with the PACCAR powertrain, and offers increased fuel efficiency according to the company. The
Cooper Tire launches Pro Series LHS steer tire
Cooper Tire has launched a new long haul steer (LHS) tire as part of its Pro Series product line. The new steer tire will initially be available in size 295/75R22.5, with other sizes becoming available in June. The new tire features Cooper’s ECO (Energy Conservation Optimization) technology that combines tire design, compounding and construction to
Leveraging parts inventory solutions to keep your heavy-duty shop organized
A well-organized shop is a well-run one, and one of the ways a well-run shop can set itself apart is with a strong inventory management system. Taking care of inventory properly can help you know whether you are stocking too many parts and ensure that you have the parts you need for the typical day’s
Kenworth Chillicothe assembly plant earns NAM Manufacturing Leadership Award
The Kenworth assembly plant in Chillicothe, Ohio, recently received a 2019 Manufacturing Leadership Award from the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). The plant was awarded in recognition of its paint project, which implemented protective coverings that further enhanced paint quality and increased operational efficiency in the paint process, according to the company. To capture an
Velociti, Samsara partner on Samsara Technology Support Services
Velociti Inc. and Samsara have partnered to create Samsara Technology Support Services, which protects technology investments through system health monitoring, 24/7 mobile repair, inventory management and other services. According to the companies, the service includes: Proactive Remote System Health Monitoring with notifications when technology is in need of repair; 24/7 Mobile Repair at a time
Volvo Trucks adds new over-the-air ‘Parameter Plus’ subscription package
Volvo Trucks has introduced a new Parameter Plus Package, which allows for up to 50 parameter updates annually per covered vehicle. According to Volvo, this feature was implemented in part based on feedback from customers using over-the-air updates–a feature that Volvo says is currently used on 16,000 of its trucks. The multitude of parameter update
Link Manufacturing introduces Road-Optimized Intelligence Cabmate Suspension
Link Manufacturing has introduced the Road-Optimized Intelligence (ROI) Cabmate Suspension, which the company says focuses on mitigating the mechanical forces that act on the cab and its contents as a whole. The system’s electronic control unit (ECU) interprets a constant stream of information from accelerometers and position sensors on the cab, and determines the optimum
Watch: Let’s talk predictive maintenance
One notable advantage of trucking technology is the opportunity to level the playing field between large and small fleets. Take predictive maintenance, for example, which takes years of data from a wide variety of trucks and aggregates it to predict how much potential there is for an upcoming failure for particular components. Watch the video
IMI Precision Engineering introduces new valve array with CAN-BUS for on-vehicle applications
IMI Precision Engineering has introduced the IMI Norgren Latching Solenoid Valve Array on CAN (LSC), a standard solenoid for all on-vehicle applications that incorporates CAN-BUS communication. The LSC requires a single electrical connector and air supply, allowing for on-chassis field expansions with no additional wiring or air supply. For bodybuilders and dealers this offers an
Volvo demonstrates Eco-Drive technology
On March 6, Volvo Group participated in a demonstration of Eco-Drive technology with a Volvo VNL along two connected freight corridors in Carson, California. Eco-Drive integrates traffic signal data with vehicle dynamics to provide real-time speed recommendations. This mitigates harsh driving maneuvers and can therefore reduce the impact of freight movement through disadvantaged communities, the
Used truck sales decline in February
Preliminary used Class 8 volumes (same dealer sales) declined moderately in February, falling 5% month-over-month and erasing a portion of January’s 10% improvement, according to the latest numbers from ACT Research. However, ACT indicated that longer-term comparisons yielded a 20% decline compared to February 2018. Other data released in ACT’s preliminary report included year-over-year comparisons
Hino adds eight dealers to Certified Ultimate network
Hino Trucks has added eight new dealers to its Certified Ultimate network. Hino’s Certified network now includes more than 25 dealerships across the country. The new dealerships in the program are: Interstate Trucksource Inc., Romulus, Mich. Gabrielli Truck Sales Ltd., Jamaica, N.Y. Hino of Baton Rouge, Port Allen, La. Flag City Truck, Findlay, Ohio Bergey’s Truck
