Racor rolls out new filtration brochure
Parker Hannifin’s Racor Division released its new, comprehensive Power Generation Filtration Solutions Brochure, which provides information on filtration solutions for power generators. Fuel, oil, air and crankcase applications are included.
Shorepower, Flying J deploy plug-in power at Iowa truckstop
Shorepower technologies has added 24 electrical connections at truck stop parking spaces at the Broadway Flying J Travel Plaza on Interstate 35 at Exit 144 in Williams, Iowa. The move is part of the Shorepower Truck Electrification Project, a federally-funded program aimed at reducing truck idling.
Midlands Carrier Transicold to distribute Idle Free electric APU
Midlands Carrier Transicold has signed an agreement to sell, install and service Idle Free Systems’ Idle Free electric APU, which the maker said meets all driver heat, air conditioning and electricity needs without jeopardizing the productivity of the truck.
Mann-Filter offers 70+ new part numbers for HD trucks
The company has added more than 70 new high-performance filter part numbers for the heavy-duty truck aftermarket, including oil filters, fuel filters, coolant filters, air filters, cabin filters and air dryer boxes.
Western Star introduces new 4700 tractor
Featuring several fifth wheel options, the 4700 tractor provides the ideal solution for bulk haul, local delivery and construction applications, according to the truck maker. It is available in a set-forward and setback day cab configuration.
Politics and fuel prices
Diesel fuel prices are high, and they should continue to increase, barring a worldwide recession – find out how politics come into play when it comes to fuel prices.
NG trucks provide calculated benefits
On an energy equivalent basis, natural gas costs one-third less than conventional gasoline and 42% less than diesel fuel, on average. Light- and medium-duty NG-powered trucks took center stage at the 2012 Work Truck Show.
SmartWay Partners, take notice
A number of new products at the 2012 Mid-American Trucking Show should be of interest to SmartWay members, from tires to transmissions to new vehicles.
Fleet indicators and the economy
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Taking the first STEP
The federally-funded Shorepower Truck Electrification Project is developing infrastructure for electrical connections at truck stops along major freight corridors across the U.S.