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.
Redefining the highway truck energy equation
Every gallon of diesel fuel contains just so much energy (usually quantified as British Thermal Units, or simply BTUs). Truck engines burn the fuel to release energy, or more specifically convert it to another form, and push the truck along the highway. Historically, the approximation has been that 1/3 of the total energy is converted
Air ride suspensions protect more than cargo
Those fleets that specify air ride systems for trailers probably already know that the benefits of the systems go far beyond protecting cargo. A smooth ride helps mitigate vibration damage on the undercarriage and body of trailers and limits jarring wear on doors, liftgates and lighting systems, just to name a few, and they help
Lowering fleet costs and meeting CSA needs
Builders Transportation Co. is growing and providing exceptional customer service, cost effectively and efficiently.
Shop lifts improve safety and productivity
Primarily a means of facilitating service operations and enabling technicians to more safely and productively work on vehicles, properly specified, installed and maintained shop lifts can provide measurable improvements in safety and productivity. Vehicle lifts provide convenient access to serviceable parts, enabling technicians to get more work done in less time. Designed to safely raise
Mid-America Trucking Show round-up
New products introduced at this year’s Mid-America Trucking Show seem to be a sign of increasing economic growth and renewed confidence.
Mack enhancements drive up fuel efficiency
The truck maker’s Pinnacle sleepers offer up to a 12.5% improvement in fuel economy, combining: optimized roof and chassis fairings for up to 6% better fuel economy; a 5% fuel economy improvement in proprietary ClearTech SCR; and Mack’s mDrive transmission contribution of 1.5%.
Great Dane debuts MXP-120 all-aluminum platform trailer
By offering weight savings to maximize payload versatility and eliminating the potential for corrosion, the MXP-120 combines the latest technologies and proven components from Great Dane’s other platform models.
Kenworth unveils latest models at MATS
The new T660 regional hauler offers shorter wheelbases, tighter chassis packaging, enhanced maneuverability and weight savings, but maintains the same fuel tank capacity as a T660 with forward chassis fairings. The first 6×6 configuration for the T370 medium duty model is designed for applications that require a heavier front axle and tandem rear axle, including utility service, construction, oilfield service and boom trucks, in addition to municipal applications.