Advanced engine componentry enables efficiency improvements
An engine is a sum of its components. It’s a symphony of systems working together to produce power as efficiently as possible. Each engine OEM has its own strategy for achieving as much efficiency as possible. From turbochargers to waterpumps, no component is overlooked. There are two most commonly spec’d types of turbochargers used in
Meeting truck aftermarket demands with Dana
As the trucking industry evolves, so does the heavy-duty aftermarket segment. Suppliers are leveraging technology like never before to get the right part to the right truck at the right time. Dana showed off a new e-commerce platform that allows users to find replacement parts, locate a qualified distributor and request a quote. Aftermarket distributors
Coming together: To advance truck technology, integration is going beyond the components
The truck technology conversation has shifted. No longer are we asking if automated trucks are possible or even speculating as to when it will happen. The primary question being asked today is: “What are the advanced driver systems that need to be developed and proven to make automated trucks a reality?” Every OEM, supplier and
Eaton, Cummins Inc. announce joint venture for heavy-, medium-duty automated transmissions
Eaton and Cummins Inc. announced an agreement to form a joint venture for automated transmissions for heavy-duty and medium-duty commercial vehicles. The joint venture will be named Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies. Cummins and Eaton will each own 50% of the new joint venture. The formation of the joint venture is subject to regulatory approvals
TMC 2017: News and interviews from the show floor
The TMC Annual Meeting and Technology Exhibition in Nashville is one of the largest gatherings of fleet managers and truck suppliers, so it should be no surprise that companies took the opportunity to release big-name new products. If you missed out on the news and the sights of the show, let Fleet Equipment’s On the
Work truck technology with Mitsubishi Fuso, Mack Trucks, Freightliner Custom Chassis, Chevrolet
Hard working vocational trucks have to meet intense demands, but advanced truck technology is quickly become as big of a bottom line bullet point as dependability and durability. The latest technology sat right next to the newest truck announcements at this year’s Work Truck Show, but you don’t have to just take my word on
What’s next for collision mitigation systems?
Like most equipment, the collision mitigation systems available today are the stepping stone to the more evolved systems tomorrow. We asked members of four makers of collision mitigation systems what’s on the horizon. Fred Andersky, director of government and industry affairs, and director of customer solutions, controls for Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems: “Expect to see continuing
How to calculate collision mitigation system ROI
Let’s get the obvious, and most easily answered, question out of the way: Do advanced radar- and camera-based collision mitigation systems work? Yes. These systems are reducing both the severity of accidents and the accidents themselves. WABCO reported that its OnGuard collision mitigation technology has reduced rear-end accidents by up to 87%, according to Jon
Now we’re talking: The heavy-duty aftermarket moves to build a new data standard
One of the biggest challenges facing the datafication of the trucking industry is getting everyone to speak the same language. The integration of complex technology systems is not unlike the integration trend you see within today’s powertrains. For systems to share data, they need to be able to understand each other. The same goes from
Tracking trailers: The latest in trailer telematics
Telematics talks usually center on tractors, but there’s a wide digital world of trailer telematics offerings that offer a deep well of data and robust analytical options to keep your trailers in check. “You can’t manage what you don’t measure,” said Scott Sutarik, OEM and business development manager for Geotab, which offers IOX-BT, a Bluetooth
Truck telematics are transitioning to forward-looking business intelligence solutions
Truck telematics are transitioning from historical data “analytics” to “business intelligence” platforms that not only gather data from what the truck has done, but also incorporate data outside of the truck—everything from current and future road conditions and construction to predicted traffic and weather patterns—into a predictive and pervasive model that will tell you
Heavy-duty Aftermarket Week 2017—Walk the trade show floor
The expo hall of this year’s Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week was packed with exciting new equipment, expanded product lines and advanced service offerings. Fleet Equipment hit the show floor to bring you the equipment sights and exhibitor sounds. Get ready for a glimpse into the heavy-duty aftermarket future on this episode of Fleet Equipment’s On
