Volvo debuts heavy-haul VNX tractor
Designed for extreme gross weight applications, the new VNX tractor from Volvo Trucks is rated for gross weight applications up to 225,000 lbs., including heavy equipment hauling, aggregate, low-boy, logging, oil field and mining operations.
Continental set to offer tire pressure monitoring system
Following a year of testing in U.S. fleets, Continental Tire the Americas is now ready to offer the ContiPressureCheck system for tractors, trailers and in combination vehicles.
Peterbilt offers mid-length Model 579, new 80-in. sleeper
The addition of a 117-in. BBC configuration for the new Model 579 product line from Peterbilt Motors Company has been announced. The 117-in. BBC model will be available with the 2013 PACCAR MX-13 engine in June 2013.
Freightliner showcases 122SD model truck
Now the cornerstone of the SD line of Freightliner severe-duty vocational trucks, the new 122SD model has a GVWR of up to 92,000 lbs. and a GCWR up to 160,000 lbs.
Arctic Fox releases Hot Fox Fuel Warmer with Auxiliary Standpipe
Joining other Hot Fox and Arctic Fox Fuel warmers, the Hot Fox Fuel Warmer with Auxiliary Standpipe provides warm fuel for both the main engine and fuel fired coolant pre-heaters, cab warmers or other fuel dependent products.
Navistar 4×4 rounds out Class 4-5 lineup
A new International TerraStar 4×4 truck model from Navistar designed for construction, utility, landscape, and other off-highway applications is now available.
Hadley introduces SmartValve
The new Hadley SmartValve Electronic Height Control System combines a valve manifold, external sensor and electronics into one compact unit that fits in the same envelope as a mechanical height control valve.
Mack launches 4×2 Granite model
Available as a Class 7 or Class 8 model, the new MHD 4×2 from Mack Trucks is available now for order. The Mack Granite Medium Heavy Duty (MHD) model is the latest version of the Granite MHD launched in 2011.
Equal ready for Operation Extra Mile
International Marketing Inc. (IMI) has officially launched “Operation Extra Mile,” focusing on extending tread life and longer use of the most fuel-efficient part of commercial tires by reducing uneven wear and vibrations.
PeopleNet introduces tethered trailer tracking
A trailer tracking solution that requires no additional trailer hardware is now available from PeopleNet. Event information is stored, including the date/time, location, vehicle and trailer odometer reading.