ProStar set to launch in January
International Truck and Engine Corp.’s launch in January of its new International ProStar Class 8 tractor is on schedule, thanks to the $270 million transformation of its Chatham, Ontario, plant that manufactures the aerodynamic tractor.
Penray introduces Extended Life Coolant Extender
Penray introduces heavy-duty Extended Life Coolant Extender (part number 900032) to help ensure that extended life coolant maintains its engine protection properties against pitting, cavitation and corrosion for 600,000 miles, 6,000 hours or six years, before another coolant change is needed.
Luber-finer offers cabin air filter brochure
Luber-finer, a division of Champion Laboratories Inc., a manufacturer of heavy-duty filtration products for the transportation, off-road/mining, marine, agriculture and automotive light truck industry, recently completed a new Cabin Air Filter brochure to better educate truck drivers on the benefits and service intervals of cabin air filters.
WABCO premieres EBS for trailers
WABCO premiered its enhanced Electronic Braking System for trailers, the Trailer EBS E generation, which the company says offers a high level of integration that paves the way for simpler trailer braking.
Continental launches all-position tire
Continental Tire North America, Inc. (CTNA) is introducing the General S371 all-position truck tire to the North American market.
Phillips improves gladhand seal
Phillips Industries re-designed its poly seal with integrated dust flaps, making it easier to install with its slightly tapered lip.
Zero RPMs
Excessive engine idling consumes more than 800 million gallons of diesel fuel a year.
Smart Choices
For O&S Trucking, fuel-saving technologies, effective specification choices and efforts to improve the efficiency of its operations are enabling ongoing growth and success
Keeping techs on board
Jeff Johnson says a clean shop, variety of assignments, and safety emphasis limit technician turnover at Hall’s Fast Motor Freight
Good looks, ENDURANCE
Vehicle colors and graphics speak volumes about a fleet; good paint systems protect tractors and trailers