Jasper offers late-model Duramax Running Complete diesel engine
The latest style GM 6.6L Duramax Running Complete remanufactured diesel engine is now available from Jasper Engines & Transmissions. It covers the 2006, 2007 and 2008 Silverado and Sierra pickups, Savana and Express Vans, as well as the Topkick and Kodiak applications.
Bold moves
Celadon Trucking Services is taking several steps to position itself successfully for the future.
Kenworth offers factory-installed front drive axles
Kenworth will offer factory-installed, front drive axles for the Kenworth T270 Class 6 and T370 Class 7 models. The new front drive axle is now available for order in ratings ranging from 10,000 lbs. to 14,000 lbs. on Kenworth T270s and T370s equipped with a PACCAR PX-6 engine.
Detroit Diesel to invest $194 million in engine manufacturing plant
DDC will invest roughly $194 million to expand existing operations at its manufacturing facility in Redford Township, Mich., which employs 1,900 people and manufactures heavy-duty diesel engines for the commercial truck market.
ConocoPhillips introduces 76 Lubricants Triton 5005EXD
ConocoPhillips’ next generation, premium low ash natural gas engine oil, 76 Lubricants Triton 5005EXD, is designed to help natural gas industry operators increase productivity by enabling their engines to operate smoothly at maximum efficiency, protecting the hardware, and minimizing down time, while also improving the bottom line by reducing operational expenses.
CJ-4 oil analysis benefits
Oil analysis is a scientific way to make sure your lubricants are performing as expected. A regular analysis program lets fleet managers build a historic database and watch for trends in a variety of areas. Ideally, you want to analyze a sample of used engine oil after every oil change. Oil analysis is an early
ConocoPhillps lubricants enhance natural gas engine oil
ConocoPhillips introduced its new line of premium low ash natural gas engine oil, El Mar LA4EXD, and the addition of a mainline low ash product, El Mar Low Ash, to its line of Conoco natural gas engine oil offerings. The new oils are designed to help natural gas industry operators increase productivity by enabling their engines to operate smoothly at maximum efficiency, protecting the hardware and minimizing down time, the company said.
Save installation time with Parker Chelsea’s 897 Series PTO
Parker Chelsea said its new 897 series makes PTO and pump installation simpler and more reliable on refuse truck, fire apparatus and pumper cleaner trucks. The 897 is available with five speed ratios and eight output options that provide broad coverage for all application requirements.
CNG and LPG versions of Chevy, GMC vans available for fleets
General Motors now offers fleet customers compressed natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas-powered versions of the Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans. The vans have specially designed engines for the gaseous fuels and come direct to the customer with the fully integrated and warranted, dedicated fuel system in place, the company said.
Reefer roundup
A look at new products and technologies introduced at the Mid-America Trucking Show