ASA Electronics releases 7-inch Voyager monitor
ASA Electronics has introduced the Voyager VOM718 7-in. LCD Observation Monitor. The VOM718 is a direct replacement for the AOM713 7-in. LCD Observation Monitor. The company says the new monitor is compatible with all Voyager cameras and has three camera inputs. Common configurations include a rear camera with two side body cameras for blind spot
Truck-Lite enters lighting equipment, trailer telematics agreement with Star Leasing
Truck-Lite Co. LLC has entered an agreement with Star Leasing Co. to supply LED lighting and harnessing products as standard equipment on new trailer builds and to integrate the Road Ready telematics system into the fleet’s new and existing trailers. Launched in 2017, the company says Road Ready by Truck-Lite offers fleets an overview of
FTR reports COVID-19 virus brings down February trailer orders 45% y/y
Trailers order activity for February felt the impact of the COVID-19 virus, FTR reports, sliding to a paltry 13,000 units, the lowest total for the month of February since the recession year of 2009. February 2020 trailer orders were down 20% m/m and 45% y/y. Trailer orders have now totaled 184,000 units for the past
Nokian releases extreme winter truck drive tire
Nokian Tyres has released the Hakkapeliitta Truck E2, a next-generation drive axle tire for extreme winter conditions, combining grip and safety with a low rolling resistance and quiet, comfortable ride, the company says. “Compared to its predecessor, Nokian Hakkapeliitta Truck E2 has better stability as well as grip in both deep and packed snow”, says
Mohawk Lifts releases two new lift models
Mohawk Lifts has released two new lift models: the ML-220, a 20,000-lb.-capacity two-post lift; and a vertical rise lift ranging in capacity from 33,000-99,000 lbs. The model ML-220 is designed with three-stage arms, can lift medium-duty work trucks and retract to service short wheelbase vehicles. With direct-drive, all-hydraulic lifting system and no overhead cable covers,
The impact of coronavirus on the North American truck market
The global spread of the COVID-19 strain of the coronavirus has required ACT Research to do a foundational reassessment of near-term economic expectations, and by extension, North American commercial vehicle demand, the firm has shared. “Starting in the second half of February, COVID-19 went from a China containment story to one of spiraling pandemic,” said
A ‘plug-and-play’ electric vehicle battery solution? Inside Webasto’s new modular CV battery system
Webasto displayed its new modular CV standard battery system at this year’s NTEA Work Truck Show in Indianapolis. With 400V and 800V versions available, each battery pack has 35 kWh of energy, and because up to 10 packs can be used for a combined 350 kW, the system is designed for scalability and configuration flexibility.
International Truck to cover medium-duty vehicles in CPO program
International Used Truck Organization has announced its Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Program for 2020, which has been expanded to include medium-duty vehicles. Qualifying heavy-duty units include 2016 and newer International LT and ProStar models with mileage up to 600,000 miles. Qualifying medium-duty units include 2015 and newer Cummins-powered International DuraStar models up to 300,000 miles. The
Kenworth launches over-the-air updates for Class 8 trucks with newer MX engines
Kenworth has launched the Kenworth TruckTech+ Over-The-Air system to provide the latest engine and aftertreatment software updates for Class 8 Kenworth trucks equipped with a 2017 or newer model year PACCAR MX-13 or PACCAR MX-11 engine. The feature was announced in October and has now been launched. Customers with active Kenworth TruckTech+ subscriptions can access
Watch: Why oil and engine technology go hand-in-hand
As engine manufacturers continue to create a new generation of more fuel-efficient, lower CO2 diesel engines, they need a new generation of higher-performing diesel engine oils to protect them. Watch the video above to learn more, and click here for more episodes of On the Road.
The true truck tire costs of fuel efficiency
Here’s the thing: Tire manufacturers could churn out heavy-duty truck tires that are far more efficient than what’s available today, but you probably wouldn’t want to equip the trucks in your fleet with them. Yes, fuel-efficient tires are necessary to build your ROI in much of the heavy-duty trucking world. The trouble is, if a tire
Gallery: News and photos from Work Truck Show 2020
Fleet Equipment visited the 20th anniversary of the annual NTEA Work Truck Show in Indianapolis to catch up on all the latest news and equipment from the medium-duty, vocational and construction segments. Check out photos and all the news from the show below. Cummins displayed its medium-duty B6.7 and L9 engines, both of which will
