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.
Shell Lubricants revamps oil analysis program
The program, designed to help customers improve equipment and vehicle reliability and reduce maintenance costs, now provides an online user interface that offers a worldwide sample history and failure trends on various of equipment and engines, as well as a scientific approach to preventive maintenance.
UPS places order for 475 Mack Pinnacle model trucks
The Mack Pinnacle models, available in axle back or axle forward configurations, are built with EPA 2010-certified Mack MP engines. The combination delivers near-zero emissions and up to a 5% fuel efficiency improvement over EPA 2007 engines, shrinking the trucks’ carbon footprint and reducing operating costs.
CITGO Lubricants announces fleet optimization program, Greenway
CITGO Lubricants said it has a new program to optimize fleet performance, both economically and environmentally, called the CITGO HD Greenway program. By using
Greenway, fleet managers can reduce vehicle wear and tear, improve fuel efficiency and all-weather performance, reduce their carbon footprint, and save up to $4,000 per unit annually.
Citgo Lubricants updates Supergard oils
Citgo announced GF-5 will replace GF-4 and API Service SN will replace SM in the company’s Supergard Synthetic Motor Oils to meet new ILSAC standards. Citgo said the upgrade will offer drivers better fuel economy, engine cleanliness and emissions systems durability in passenger cars, vans, sport utility vehicles and light trucks.
Bergstrom offers Tundra inverter and shore power kits
Bergstrom’s shore power feature includes an extension cord and a switching box that automatically detects 110V AC power, providing the vehicle with both AC and 12V DC power. The systems are designed to make it even easier for drivers to comply with anti-idling regulations without sacrificing comfort.
Federal-Mogul develops new Magnum Monosteel piston
The Magnum Monosteel design reduces piston mass by up to 7% and includes design features that reduce friction for improved fuel economy and lower emissions. The piston currently is in development testing with major global commercial vehicle and engine manufacturers in North America and Europe.
Basic preventive maintenance, plus new trends
According to Rick Martin, manager of training for ArvinMeritor, greater emphasis should be placed on preventive maintenance, but in today’s world, everyone wants to just run the truck until it’s “dead.” What needs to be stressed in normal preventive maintenance? • Oil and lube changes at set intervals that the OEM/component manufacturer recommends. • We
Diesel fuel’s role in increasing fuel economy standards
The director of research for the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) recently stated he wants a 60 MPG fuel economy standard for passenger cars and light trucks by 2025. According to him, a 60 MPG vehicle would save the owner $1,000 in fuel costs over and above the increased vehicle cost by the time the
Rislone offers solution to blow-by
Rislone Ring Seal Smoke Repair from Bar’s Products is formulated to increase oil film viscosity, preventing blow-by, exhaust smoke, engine noise, and worn pistons, rings and bearings. The engine oil additive works with conventional, high-mileage and synthetic engine oil in any gasoline or diesel engine.