XL Hybrids introduces XLP plug-in hybrid vehicle upfit
XL Hybrids Inc. has launched the XLP plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) upfit for medium-duty applications. The XLP will be an electrified ship-through upfit on half-ton pickup trucks from leading OEMs, and will provide a 50% improvement in miles driven per gallon for major fleets across the United States, as well as significant reductions in CO2 emissions,
Chevin Fleet Solutions launches a new website
Chevin Fleet Solutions has announced a new and refreshed company website, which the company says has been designed to be more user-friendly with enhanced functionality throughout. New features explained by the company include include: The Learning Zone: An area featuring educational content such as downloadable fleet management guides and whitepapers, webinars, videos and other knowledge-based items
Rockland Flooring receives patent for Defender Composite Flooring
Rockland Flooring has been granted a United States patent for the production of wood flooring with reinforced thermoplastic underlay, which the company markets as Defender Composite Flooring. The patented method produces a reinforced truck trailer or container floor using a laminated wood component with a water impermeable fiber-reinforced thermoplastic underlay adhered to the bottom surface of the
eNow, IdleAir announce partnership
eNow, provider of renewable energy solutions for commercial trucks, has announced a strategic partnership with IdleAir, provider of Truck Stop Electrification (TSE) services at major travel centers and fleet terminals. Under the terms of the agreement, eNow’s solar solutions for transportation will enhance IdleAir’s grid-powered solutions and provide even more low-carbon based power for trucks, which eliminates
Noregon updates library of JPRO training videos
Noregon has announced the release of an updated training video series. Each of the videos focus on a particular feature or function within JPRO Professional and provides viewers with instructions to access the tools that will enhance their capabilities, the company said. “For the training videos, Noregon consulted with ASE-certified technicians and chose the features
FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index dips ahead of expected market improvement
FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index (TCI) for October, at a reading of 2.84, continued the short-term pullback ahead of expected capacity tightening in 2017. While current readings are in low positive territory, the index remains on course to reflect improving conditions for carriers as capacity tightens from regulations being implemented. This will improve pricing and margins
ABI Research names Verizon, Trimble, TomTom Telematics as leading truck telematics vendors
The latest competitive analysis from ABI Research ranks Verizon as the leader among 12 commercial telematics suppliers considered, with Trimble and TomTom Telematics coming in second and third place, respectively. The top five companies, overall, listed by rank include Verizon, Trimble, TomTom Telematics, Omnitracs and Geotab. Verizon recently expanded its capabilities by acquiring Fleetmatics and Telogis. “Verizon,
Trailer orders beat expectations
FTR reports that final November net trailer orders came in at 35,800 units, beating FTR’s expectations by a wide margin. November orders were plus 78% month-over-month but 8% below last year; however, November 2015 trailer orders were exceedingly strong. Dry van orders lead the way in November, with particularly robust order intake. Trailer orders have
Kenworth T680 Advantage with 52-in. mid-roof sleeper now available
Kenworth’s T680 52-in. mid-roof sleeper Advantage Package, for regional haul and less-than truckload operations, is now available for order. The latest Kenworth T680 Advantage configuration features an optimized powertrain with either the PACCAR MX-13 or PACCAR MX-11 engine, Eaton Fuller Advantage series 10-speed automated transmission, and the new PACCAR tandem drive axle. The 52-in. mid-roof
CanDo International introduces HD Pro Tab scanning tool
California-based CanDo International Inc., provider of diagnostic scan tools, has introduced the HD Pro Tab, an open Android, Bluetooth wireless scan tool for heavy-duty truck and agricultural & industrial applications. The HD Pro Tab performs functions including DPF regeneration and NOX resets, injector programming, change and set parameters, along with SCR/DEF coverage and full bi-directional controls covering
Wabash National’s SuperTruck trailer technology reduces weight, improves aerodynamics
Wabash National Corp., participating in the Department of Energy’s SuperTruck program, has developed a trailer that reduced drag coefficient by more than 30%. The SuperTruck program, a five-year research and development initiative, focused on improving freight efficiency (the amount of freight hauled per gallon of fuel used) by 50% compared to 2009 base model heavy-duty
Navistar Used Truck Reconditioning Center opens in Illinois
Navistar’s Used Truck Reconditioning Center in Melrose Park, Ill., recently held its grand opening and is now open for business. The new Reconditioning Center is the result of the relocation and closure of the Indianapolis Center. Navistar also plans to relocate its nearby International Used Truck Sales Center to its Melrose Park facility in 2017. “One
