Peterbilt names 2018 Dealers of the Year
Peterbilt Motors Co. recently named The Peterbilt Store as its 2018 Dealer of the Year. “The Peterbilt Store has made significant investments in state-of-art facilities in multiple locations and it has paid off by making them one of the top performing dealer groups across several key metrics,” said Jason Skoog, PACCAR Vice President and Peterbilt
How Centurion Auto Logistics uses technology to provide the best possible service
For 45 years, Centurion Auto Logistics and its transportation entity, Centurion Auto Transport, have been focused on providing on-time, damage-free service to customers. Recently, the Jacksonville, Fla.-based company took a big forward-looking step to ensure it can continue to meet that goal by investing $6.8 million in its fleet and in management technology. “We added
Root your next-gen equipment expectations in reality
Talking about the upcoming truck technology—be it advanced driver assistance systems, platooning, electrification or beyond—is fun, but it’s easy to jump to conclusions about what it means for your fleet and the industry. The gap between technology possibilities and application in reality is often wider than we anticipate. That’s not to say talk of new
Kenworth debuts new certified pre-owned truck website
Kenworth Truck Co. has launched a dedicated website for its Kenworth Certified Pre-Owned program: KenworthCertified.com. The website features a listing of pre-owned certified trucks from participating Kenworth dealers. The website also contains program information, including a downloadable brochure, program benefits and eligibility requirements, as well as specific information related to pre-owned PACCAR engines warranty coverage.
Kenworth opens first dealership in Hawaii
Kenworth Hawaii recently celebrated the grand opening of its 14,500 sq.-ft. full-service dealership in Kailua-Kona. Meanwhile, remodeling on an 11,000 sq.-ft. parts and service location, 75 miles east in Hilo, is expected to be completed soon. “By opening a Kenworth dealership group based here on the Islands, we can offer a whole new level of
How engines aim to minimize DPF downtime
Of course, the DPF and aftertreatment system (as detailed in our in-depth feature story here) aren’t the only reasons for downtime when it comes to engines. We spoke to the engine manufacturers about other ways in which their newest engines help fleets avoid downtime. According to Darryl Oster, assistant chief engineer with Peterbilt, maximizing reliability
Five truck trend takeaways from October
We know it’s not easy to keep up with everything that happens in the world of trucking. So here are the biggest stories from October focused on the latest truck trends, all in one place.
Brown Transportation invests in equipment and people
It’s not unusual to hear trucking companies talk about how they provide high-quality service to customers, and that they strive everyday to meet their needs and expectations. In the case of Brown Transportation, those goals are being met with an apparently successful approach. “We’re very diverse, which helps us weather any changes in the business
OTC introduces Hendrickson Front Suspension Bushing Tool Set
OTC has announced the new Hendrickson Front Suspension Bushing Tool Set to assist technicians when replacing front suspension bushings in heavy-duty applications. The 4274 Hendrickson Front Suspension Bushing Tool Set and 4275 Hendrickson Front Suspension Bushing Master Tool Set with hydraulic pump are now available in North America. The Hendrickson Front Suspension Bushing Tool Set
Advanced engine componentry enables efficiency improvements
An engine is a sum of its components. It’s a symphony of systems working together to produce power as efficiently as possible. Each engine OEM has its own strategy for achieving as much efficiency as possible. From turbochargers to waterpumps, no component is overlooked. There are two most commonly spec’d types of turbochargers used in
