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Reyco Granning introduces LiftMaster axles

Reyco Granning has introduced a new auxiliary lift axle family called the LiftMaster. The axle family includes the ALAP-13 (PS) steerable and ALAP-13 (NS) non-steerable models. These new models are designed for the heavy duty class 7 and 8 market and are rated at 13,200 lb. capacity. The new models take the place of previous Reyco

Bridgestone launches Ecopia steer tire

Bridgestone Americas has introduced its latest tire option, the Bridgestone R283A Ecopia steer tire for long- and regional-haul service. The steer tire features new Bridgestone technologies, and the company says it can offer a superior combination of wear life and fuel efficiency. “Sophisticated fleets, today, measure tire performance based on the total life cycle,” said Matt

FTR reports year-over-year decline in January trailer orders

FTR reports U.S. Trailer net orders for January at 17,900 units, a 30% decline from December and 37% below a year ago. Despite this, orders met FTR expectations for a fall off in activity after four consecutive months of strong trailer orders. Much of the decline was due to a lack of dry van orders, which

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Daimler makes FlowBelow tractor wheel covers available on the Freightliner Cascadia Evolution

Daimler Trucks North America has signed an agreement with FlowBelow Aero Inc. to offer FlowBelow’s Quick-release wheel covers as an option on the Freightliner Cascadia Evolution equipment package beginning in the first quarter of 2016. FlowBelow’s tractor wheel covers reduce aerodynamic turbulence and drag on the truck by streamlining airflow over the tractor’s drive wheels. When optioned,

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Haldex brings ModulT air disc brakes to North America

Haldex has announced that it is bringing its ModulT air disc brake product line to North America. The ModulT air disc brake has been made in Europe and Asia since 2011, and has been road tested in Canada; this is its first time being released to the North American market.The company says the ModulT brakes are primarily

Wabash National introduces new rear impact guard

Wabash National Corp. introduced a new rear impact guard design option for its 53-ft. dry van trailers at the American Trucking Associations’ Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) annual meeting in Nashville, Tenn. The RIG-16 Rear Underride Guard System is engineered to prevent underride in multiple offset, or overlap, impact scenarios, the company said. “Safety is our

Meritor introduces MFS+ steer axle for linehaul

Meritor has announced the launch of MFS+, a lighter-weight, front-steer axle for linehaul applications. The MFS+ saves up to 85 lbs. from the current offering due to a new gooseneck beam design, and an offset knuckle with integrated torque plate and tie-rod arms, the company said, adding that the new design also reduces space constraints for easier

Leasing alternative fuel trucks

“Ryder offers both compressed natural gas [CNG] and liquefied natural gas [LNG] heavy-duty vehicles for lease,” says Ryder’s Vice President of Supply Management and Global Fuel Products Scott Perry. “We have seen continued interest in utilizing CNG and LNG as a replacement for diesel technology, but the level of interest is suppressed compared to two years

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The many faces of a truck tire

Much has been written about the different functions performed by modern truck tires. In fact, automotive engineers have often referred to the pneumatic tire as the single most complex component on a vehicle. This may be challenged, today, by the increasingly complex electronic control devices designed to interface multiple drivetrain components, but tires are certainly

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Mayhem Wheels introduces Big Rig 8180

Mayhem Wheels has announced the release of its Big Rig 8180 wheel. It is the company’s first offering for the heavy-duty market. The Big Rig 8180 wheels come in gloss black with milled spokes in sizes 19.5, 22.5, and 24.5. According to the company, the wheels’ lightweight design improves freight efficiency, which creates a higher load capacity, allowing

Meritor reveals FastSet King Pin Kit, PlatinumShield III brake shoe coating

Meritor launched the Meritor FastSet King Pin Kit to support market demand for a quicker solution to aftermarket king pin replacement. According to the company, the new kit eliminates the need for reamers, special tools and presses. With the kit, king pin bushings do not need to be reamed after they are installed into the

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International Truck inks record order of HX Series trucks

International Truck announced that it has received its largest one-time order of International HX Series trucks to date. RLJ Thompson Trucking, Inc., based in Concord, Va., has purchased 15 HX620 trucks equipped with the 15-liter Cummins ISX engine. International Truck recently launched the HX Series, its newest new line of Class 8 vocational trucks. It is the

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