Mack debuts new suspensions with proprietary axles
Twin Y Air and mRide spring suspensions from Mack Trucks are now being offered with proprietary Mack axles. The Mack Twin Y Air Suspension is available on the Pinnacle Axle Back and Axle Forward models with S38 and S40 series axles with C125/126, C150/151 and 200 Series carriers.
Marangoni earns SmartWay approval
Two Ringtread Energeco tires from Marangoni Tread North America have been SmartWay verified.
Equal ready for Operation Extra Mile
International Marketing Inc. (IMI) has officially launched “Operation Extra Mile,” focusing on extending tread life and longer use of the most fuel-efficient part of commercial tires by reducing uneven wear and vibrations.
Vehicle maintenance and CSA
The Vehicle Maintenance Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Category (BASIC) is one category in which fleets have a good deal of control over the prevention of violations.
Widebase single update
Widebase tires have seen exponential growth, with sales doubling every year since they were first introduced more than 10 years ago.
Bridgestone to offer SmartWay verified retreads
Bridgestone Commercial Solutions recently submitted four Bandag retread products to the Environmental Protection Agency for SmartWay verification. Upon approval, Bridgestone will offer a total of seven SmartWay verified retreads.
Stertil-Koni unveils wireless mobile column lifts
With a lifting capacity of 18,000 lbs. per column, a set of Stertil-Koni ST 1082 Wireless Mobile Column Lifts can be configured for a capacity of 72,000 lbs.The system is also powered by 24 VDC so no external power source is needed.
Advantage PressurePro help fleets cut costs
The tire pressure monitoring system offered by Advantage PressurePro provides users with current tire pressure information and alerts in real time.
GSA awards five-year contract to Sun-Tech Innovations
The U.S. General Services Administration has awarded a five-year contract to Sun-Tech Innovations for its Balance Masters self-adjusting wheel-balancing system. The system will be used on vehicles owned by the Department of Defense and other government agencies.
Xtra Lease expands fleet of trailers with aerodynamic side skirts
In 2013, trailer rental/leasing company Xtra Lease plans to have the largest fleet of skirted trailers in the U.S. The company also is outfitting its trailers with low rolling resistance tires. Combined, the two features can save fleets 6.5% in fuel costs.