Dana launches SVL aftermarket drivetrain product line
Designed specifically for older, post-warranty vehicles, SVL products offer quality replacement parts for vehicles with lower usage cycles. The SVL line will initially launch in North America and feature universal joints for the light and commercial vehicle markets, and ring and pinion gear sets for heavy-duty applications. Shortly following the launch, Dana will begin offering SVL-branded light-duty axle components.
Kenworth, Hino win Truck of the Year awards
Kenworth T700 was named the ATD Truck of the Year in Heavy Duty, while Hino took Medium Duty honors.
Freightliner expands options in Class 7 & 8 vocational trucks
The truck maker has expanded available options to round out its full range of Class 7 and 8 vocational trucks with the introduction of the 108SD and 114SD models.
Truck body building: custom or standard?
Think of what you want a work truck to do, then ask if you can use an off-the-shelf body or if it needs to be custom designed and built.
Today’s truck safety systems make accident avoidance a reality
The key to safety is providing the right equipment to protect drivers, vehicles and cargo – new systems provide this edge.
Premium operation
Success for Southern Refrigerated Transport comes from top-notch equipment and first-class drivers.
Mack Celebrates 50 years of powertrain assembly in Hagerstown
The truck maker’s Hagerstown, Md., powertrain components plant has been in operation for half a century. Like all manufacturing locations, it is certified to the internationally recognized ISO 9001 standard for quality and ISO 14001 standard for environmental management systems, the company said.
SAF-Holland updates, expands CBX trailer suspension offerings
The company’s CBX Series Suspension System includes the new Fusion Beam Technology, an innovative approach to trailing arm beam design. It is currently being integrated into the CBX Series lineup of suspension systems including the CBX40, CBX23, CBX25 and the CBX25/30, according to the company.
ESCO introduces new Brake Safe
The company’s new product helps drivers and fleets comply with CSA 2010 by offering a simple, accurate and effective means of providing a visual of air-brake stroke travel. The Brake Safe system is available in two universal formats: one to fit all power unit steering and drive axles, and a second to fit all trailer axles.
Hino model 338 is ATD Medium Duty Commercial Truck of the Year
The 338 model features Hino’s signature J08E series 8-liter diesel engine producing 260 HP and 660 ft./lb. of torque that has become the premier choice for many vocations such as beverage delivery, municipalities, construction, utilities, petroleum/gas delivery and waste/recycling. It offers a 5-year/250,000-mile warranty and the only conventional medium-duty EPA10 engine certified at the mandated level.