New Meritor brake package introduced
ArvinMeritor announced the availability of the Meritor Severe Service Q Plus heavy-duty brake system for vehicles that operate in harsh or rugged environments.
Haldex announces newly designed brake control valve
Haldex announced the release of the newly designed Trailer Brake Control (TBC) Valve.
Volvo Group unveils hybrid technology
The Volvo Group presents an efficient hybrid solution for heavy vehicles, which offers fuel savings up to 35 percent, the company said.
Sterling unveils low COE truck
Sterling Truck Corp. unveiled its new low cab-over-engine (COE) truck — the Sterling 360.
Ed Richardson promotes family atmosphere, open communications
A family atmosphere, effective communications and an emphasis on training and promoting from within are important factors that allow Old Dominion Freight Line (ODFL) to enjoy a comparatively low turnover rate in its maintenance department.
Trailer undercarriage options
The underside of trailers the components that make up the suspension system are continuing to evolve. In the last few years the industry has seen the addition of unitized hubs and more widespread specifying of air ride suspensions for a broader range of applications.
TMC Marks 50th Anniversary
Progress in data communications and vehicle reporting maintenance standards have been impressive, according to executives reflecting on some of the recent accomplishments of the Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) of the American Trucking Assns. as it celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.