Cummins, International, Mack and Mitsubishi Fuso to unveil truck technology at Work Truck Show
The Work Truck Show 2016 takes place between March 1-4 in Indianapolis, and companies making announcements at the show include Mitubishi Fuso of America, Inc.; Cummins Inc.; Mack Trucks; and International Truck, the show reported. Kenworth Truck Co., Ford Commercial Vehicles, Ram Commercial and Knapheide Manufacturing Co. also have scheduled press briefings at the show.
Optronics publishes 2016 vehicle lighting catalog
Lighting manufacturer Optronics International has announced the release of its 2016 Lighting Products Catalog. The redesigned catalog features 400 new products and more than 3,400 total SKUs. The entire 308-page document is also available on the Optronics website as an interactive, searchable PDF. Products highlighted in the catalog range from new offerings such as the Fusion LED combination tail
Trailer orders fall in December
FTR reports that U.S. Trailer net orders for December were 25,500, with full year 2015 totaling 313,000 units. December trailer orders, even with -35% month-over-month and -43% year-over-year comparisons, met FTR’s expectations that orders would fall back into a more reasonable range after the robust activity in November 2015. FTR’s numbers also found that dry van orders
The next chapter: International looks to gain ground in 2016
With the new year comes new predictions for what 2016 will hold for the industry and OEM resolutions for the coming year. Fleet Equipment caught up with Bill Kozek, president of Navistar, Truck and Parts, to take a look inside the OEM’s crystal ball and see what the immediate future might hold. “Our outlook is
FTR Shippers Conditions Index on the decline
FTR’s Shippers Conditions Index (SCI) for October declined from the previous month to a reading of -3.1. According to FTR, the SCI will fall further in 2016 with truck freight forecasted to grow at a robust 3.6%. Shippers will ultimately be negatively affected by tight capacity in the second half of 2016. The Shippers Conditions
Orlaco highlights CornerEye
Orlaco highlights its CornerEye camera monitor system, which uses digital technology to give drivers a view of blind spots. The system has a wide angle lens that combines with the latest technologies to deliver a field of vision of 270°. The system makes every truck builder eligible for exemption from the pavement and front view
Class 8 supply rising faster than demand for fourth straight month
The supply of Class 8 trucks continues to rise faster than demand for trucks, according to the most recent ACT For-Hire Trucking Index from ACT Research Co. “The capacity index [supply] rose faster than the freight index [demand] for the fourth consecutive month and the tenth time in the past twelve months in December,” said
Axalta Coating Systems celebrates 150 years
In 2016, Axalta Coating Systems celebrates 150 years as a company; the manufacturing company was born in 1866 in Germany. “All of us at Axalta are excited to reach this important milestone in the history of our company,” said Axalta chairman and chief executive officer Charlie Shaver. “Over the next 12 months we will celebrate our
Larson Electronics releases 75 KVA step-down power distribution cart
Larson Electronics has announced the release of a heavy duty 75 KVA step-down power distribution system constructed of durable square steel tubing, built for industrial grade applications. The new power distribution system includes a 300 amp main breaker with a 480 volt primary panel, a 75 KVA power transformer, and a 200 amp main breaker for
Purkey’s releases new Solar Bolt charge controller
Purkey’s Fleet Electric has released the new Solar Bolt charge controller, a new charging option that utilizes patent-pending technology designed to work in conjunction with the electrical system on a vehicle or trailer. The module’s technology allows the Solar Bolt to provide power to the liftgate batteries when the vehicle is off or on. Users can
Love’s Travel Stops to open more than 40 locations in 2016
Love’s Travel Stops plans to open more than 40 locations in 2016, which will add more than 3,200 truck parking spaces. This comes after a year in which Love’s opened 27 locations and more than 2,000 truck parking spaces. Love’s will also open more than 20 locations along state and federal highways to provide services
Hofmann highlights geoliner 680 XD
Hofmann highlighted its new geoliner 680 XD imaging wheel alignment system, which according to the company, features quick alignment checks and advanced measurements, and will provide shops with thorough and easy-to-understand printouts that can assist in the sale of services. “Not only is the new Hofmann geoliner 680 XD wheel alignment system simple to operate,
