Daimler adds Detroit axles to powertrain lineup
Daimler Trucks North America’s new line of Detroit axles is compatible with all braking systems offered by the company and includes a wide range of configuration options, including steer axles, tandem rear axles and single rear axles.
Yokohama to raise truck tire prices Feb. 1
Yokohama Tire Corp. will increase prices up to 8% on all of its commercial truck tires in the U.S., effective Feb. 1. Additional in-line adjustments will be announced at a later date.
ESCO introduces new commercial truck TPMS
The new commercial truck tire pressure monitoring system is installed inside the wheel/tire cavity in the drop center of the wheel, rather than an external valve stem mounted sensor. The TPMS measures tire pressure, in addition to tire heat buildup.
A leap ahead
Pollywog Transport is adopting the right technology and best management practices to continue on the road to success.
Proper truck alignment offers many benefits
Maintaining correct alignment angles important in preventing irregular wear on a fleet’s tires.
Balancing Act
Keeping transportation costs in line while meeting the specialized needs of its company’s customers is an ongoing management challenge for the private fleet operation at Kemira.
Michelin kicks off X One photo contest
In the “Riding on Michelin X One Tires? Win X One Stuff!” contest, X One tire users must fill out the online entry form, then upload an image of their mounted X One tires. At the end of the month, a panel of judges will select five grand prize winners; prizes also will be awarded to other submissions.
Hankook’s AH24 regional haul tire receives SmartWay verification
The AH24 is a premium regional haul, all-position tire that focuses on high-scrub applications. The tire features solid wide ribs and an improved kerf design to displace water for outstanding grip, and an enhanced sidewall design to prevent damage such as cuts and abrasions.
Love’s Truck Tire Care joins Michelin service network
The network delivers service nationwide for trucking fleets at home or on the road. Love’s also is offering select Michelin Retread Technologies tread designs at its more than 100 U.S. tire care centers.
Four man-hour retrofit for Meritor Tire Inflation System by PSI
The companies recently demonstrated a four man-hour retrofit of the MTIS by PSI, which keeps tires properly inflated, improving tire maintenance management, increasing trailer up-time and bottom line return on investment.