Valvoline ‘Fuel Proof Guarantee’ expands with new features
The program now includes any fleet with an existing telematics provider. Fleets are guaranteed at least 1.6% MPG gain with Valvoline heavy-duty motor oil and gear lubricant, and up to 4% MPG benefits to customers also using tiwiPro.
Ford plans ‘extensive powertrain overhaul’
Ford has rolled out its 2011 F-150, announced plans for its 2012 model year medium-duty chassis cabs and provided details on an alternative fuel offering. Representing what the manufacturer said is “the most extensive powertrain overhaul in the 62-year history of Ford F-Series trucks,” the 2011 Ford F-150 was introduced in early fall 2010. Mated
Refrigerated trucking trends & regulations
Some of the most recent truck and trailer refrigeration unit trends offer fleets greater flexibility and cost savings.
Valvoline Fuel Proof Guarantee expands with new features, partners
The company’s Fuel Proof Guarantee promises at least a 1.6% MPG gain with Valvoline heavy-duty motor oil and gear lubricant to customers with an existing telematics system, plus savings on bulk-fuel purchasing and insurance.
Davco introduces three new fuel products
Davco released its new EyeMax telematics or prognostics device, Shop Pro FXP tool for sweeping diesel fuel tanks to remove water and contaminants, and its Diesel Pro 243 fuel filter/water separator/fuel heater. Each of the products offer best in class performance, according to the company.
Meritor WABCO’s ride-n-drive reaches fleets and dealers
Meritor WABCO Vehicle Control Systems’ ride-n-drive is traveling the country to demonstrate the company’s active Safety Systems technologies to fleet, owner-operators and dealers. Included in the display are the SmartTrac Stability Control System, OnGuard Collision Safety Systems, Roll Stability Support and Telematics currently offered by the company.
Enhancements to IntelliStick’s engine oil monitoring system
IntelliStick said it has added real-time reporting of engine oil level using a patent-pending electronic oil level sensor to its line of oil condition monitoring systems for fleets, trucks, cars, boats, heavy equipment and other applications. In addition, each system will now include a durable multi-function gauge that can be mounted in-dash or in an accessory bracket above or below the dashboard.
PressurePro, RM Michaelides create CAN-bus/TPMS system
PressurePro has teamed up with RM Michaelides to develop the first CAN-bus Telematics system, complete with PressurePro’s real time tire pressure monitoring capabilities. The system is available with a variety of displays ranging from a 2-in. round in-dash display to a 6.5-in. full color display showing complete vehicle functions.
Valvoline guarantees truck fleets up to 4% better MPG
Valvoline, a marketer of fuel-efficient truck engine oils, lubricants and chemicals, is teaming up with tiwi, a provider of telematics and driver-mentoring systems, to launch a program to deliver better fleet fuel mileage, backed with an exclusive limited Fuel Proof Guarantee.
The guarantee covers a 120-day customer demonstration period and is being offered to fleet operators with a minimum enrollment of 30 trucks. The two companies work with fleet maintenance managers to establish baseline data using the tiwi onboard system.
Truck leasing traceability
Telematics options to full-service truck leases broaden fleet management capabilities