TBC Brands introduces Trailer King RST tire
TBC Brands has introduced the Trailer King RST Tire. The ST radial tire is Trailer King’s latest ST tire built for modern trailer applications.
CIMC Intermodal Equipment chassis production increased in 2018
CIMC Intermodal Equipment increased its chassis production 53% in 2018 versus 2017, producing 45,441 chassis in 2018, the company says.
Fontaine Heavy-Haul develops new Magnitude 55L trailer
This lowbed trailer handles 55 tons in 13 ft., the company says, has a 26-ft. clear deck length, and a loaded deck height of 18 in. with 6 in. of ground clearance.
Bridgestone adds Ecopia steer tire to commercial truck tire portfolio
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. launched the Bridgestone R284 Ecopia tire last week, a SmartWay-verified steer tire designed for improved fuel economy and enhanced treadwear.
Scott Shriber appointed Group Publisher of Content for Babcox Media
Babcox Media Inc. has announced that Scott Shriber, group publisher, will be assuming new responsibilities across all brands in the company’s portfolio.
March trailer orders lowest in nearly three years
Trailer orders in March were down, according to both ACT Research and FTR. ACT Research Co.’s preliminary estimate for March 2019 net trailer orders is 15,600 units. Net orders dropped 35% from February and were approximately 48% below a year ago. “Although current backlogs consume the majority of available build slots this year, particularly in
Bendix to release SafetyDirect Mobile app
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems has announced plans to launch a new mobile app called SafetyDirect Mobile. The app pairs with Bendix hardware and its SafetyDirect system in an effort to enhance fleet safety and driver training efforts, the company said.
WABCO introduces Active Lateral Safety technology suite for commercial vehicles
WABCO Holdings Inc. has introduced an integrated Active Lateral Safety technology suite.
HDNABI North America Brake Industry enters heavy-duty commercial vehicle market
A new heavy-duty brake maker known as HDNABI North America Brake Industry has announced its entry into the North American heavy-duty market. The new company will manufacture air disc brake and axle system packages.
Bendix launches retrofit upgrade program for driver assistance technologies
Bendix’s commercial vehicle safety technologies are now available through a retrofit upgrade program.
Magnum Trailer & Equipment introduces new moose bumper for Kenworth W990L
Magnum Trailer & Equipment Inc. has introduced the Texas Titan Four Post Moose Bumper built for the Kenworth W990L. The bumper uses 6061-T6 aluminum tubing with an 18.5-in. extruded beam reinforced with 3/16-in. stiffeners. It bolts on to the front of a truck with a steel mount assembly to support the front facing aluminum guard.
Schneider continues investment in company-owned Intermodal equipment
Schneider completed its conversion to a company-owned and managed chassis fleet last year, and continues to invest in company-owned equipment including Intermodal chassis, containers and tractors.
