Bar’s Leaks offers original formula heavy-duty stop leak
Bar’s Leaks Heavy Duty Radiator Stop Leak, the original pelletized formula that has protected hundreds of millions of vehicles worldwide since 1947, solves most common cooling system problems, sealing internal, external and coolant-to-oil leaks in radiators, freeze plugs, gaskets, heads, blocks and heater cores, the maker said. It is specially formulated to seal larger leaks better than other stop leak products, the company added.
Right stuff
At Food City, a combination of specifications, proactive maintenance and driver programs are adding up to an industry-leading safety record.
Chrysler fully commits to light-, medium-duty for 2010
Over the past few months, the opportunity to test drive a series of Chrysler vehicles has illustrated first-hand the wide variety of models that the OEM has available for businesses operating fleets of light- and medium-duty equipment. Provided courtesy of the manufacturer, and supplied by Event Solutions International (ESI), a partner of North American Vehicle
Can’t make it between PM’s with current fuel filters, so you’re considering changing brands?
Stuart Comments: Clean fuel has always been crucial for injector life and smooth engine operation. But with today’s highly sophisticated fuel systems, having the cleanest fuel is not an option––it’s required––and involves very simple science. With injection pressure exceeding 30,000 PSI, the smallest amount of contamination can be a problem. ULSD fuel is more susceptible
Rislone debuts new oil treatment
Bar’s Products Inc. said its new Rislone 710 high-performance oil treatment (Product No. 4471) is a high-viscosity formula that increases oil film thickness, building a thicker oil cushion that increases oil pressure to enable a worn engine to produce more power and run quieter. The company said it also protects against further engine wear by cushioning and coating engine parts to reduce friction and prevent metal-to-metal contact between moving parts.
The oil treatment now includes a viscosity improver, to ensure that the product works well in both hot and cold weather, according to the maker. It works with all gasoline and diesel engines using conventional, high-mileage and synthetic oil, the company added.
Fleet Profile & Specs: Test Drive
Putting 2010 engines to the test, TCI Leasing strives to remain ahead of the technology curve.
Truck leasing traceability
Telematics options to full-service truck leases broaden fleet management capabilities
Spec’ing for fuel efficiency: Drivetrains
Learn how choosing the right drivetrain components can optimize fuel performance
Allison Transmission optimized for 2010
Allison Transmission Inc. has announced the new and improved features for its 2010 transmissions. Allison’s load-based shift scheduling (LBSS) feature will include a Super Economy Shift Schedule. This enhancement allows Allison LBSS to up-shift under cruising conditions to further improve fuel economy, the company reported. The transmission will continue to automatically select between economy and performance shift schedules based on the vehicle’s actual payload and the grade on which it is operating. LBSS is available on all Highway Series, Pupil Transport/Shuttle Series, Rugged Duty Series and Bus Series models. Super Economy Shift Schedule is available with SEM/LRTP capable engines.
Drive smart, not hard
According to the American Trucking Association’s Technology and Maintenance Council, an experienced driver, using the proper techniques, can save as much as 35 percent on fuel consumption compared to an untrained driver. Here’s what experienced, fuel conscious drivers do: Drive slower. Bridgestone recently conducted simulations with one truck and two different drivers and found a