Mack introduces new generation MP8 engine
The newest member of the Econodyne engine product line for on-highway customers from Mack Trucks is the MP8 Econodyne+ engine. The 13-liter rated at 505 HP and 1,860 ft.-lb. of torque is available in Pinnacle models.
Freightliner showcases 122SD model truck
Now the cornerstone of the SD line of Freightliner severe-duty vocational trucks, the new 122SD model has a GVWR of up to 92,000 lbs. and a GCWR up to 160,000 lbs.
Ford Transit chassis cab and cutaway versions added
The new Ford Transit chassis cab and cutaway variations feature an enclosed passenger compartment and bare frame to accept aftermarket body modules for a range of vocations.
Rotary Lift boosts productivity for Jasper Alternate Fuels
When Jasper Engines & Transmissions needed a new vehicle lift for its growing alternative fuels business, it turned to the Rotary Lift SPO18 heavy-duty two-post lift.
Jacobs develops engine brake for Volvo medium-duty diesel
A three-year collaboration between Jacobs Vehicle Systems and Volvo has resulted in an engine brake for the new Volvo 7.7L engine. The Jacobs Engine Brake will be offered as optional equipment and will be available in Europe beginning in early 2013 and then offered on a global basis.
Optimizing truck choices
One of the challenges that light- and medium-duty fleets face is to provide body builders and equipment manufacturers with information that guides design and installation.
Special report: coolant systems
What fleets need to know about properly maintaining cooling systems to protect today’s engines.
Reman components
As fleets strive to maximize uptime and equipment life, reman components are becoming more popular.
Kenworth and PACCAR Financial offer extended engine warranty
New Kenworth T680 models equipped with PACCAR MX-13 engines that are financed through PACCAR Financial qualify for an extended three-year/400,000-mile comprehensive and aftertreatment warranty.
Choosing fuel options for pickup trucks
Fleets looking for an alternative fuel option can now order 2013 model year bi-fuel pickups from GM.