GMC, Chevrolet announce bi-fuel work trucks
General Motors’ bi-fuel 2013 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 HD extended cab pickup trucks will be available for order beginning in April. The vehicles’ CNG-capable Vortec 6.0L V8 engine seamlessly transitions between CNG and gasoline fuel systems.
Wix Filters announces Mechanix Wear Glove giveaway
Through April 30, a Wix Filters promotion is offering a free pair of Mechanix Wear Gloves with the purchase of one Wix premium oil filter and one Wix regular air or cabin air filter.
Learn, unlearn, relearn, repeat
Automotive Youth Educational Systems is a dynamic business and education partnership that is working to change the model of technical education in America.
Going green makes sense
The “Five Cs” protocol of analyzing alternative-fueled vehicles was created to answer questions such as: Is it clean? Does it conserve? Is it cost-effective? Does it make common sense? Can you commit?
GHG, EPA and U
At the Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting, a group of industry OEMs and an EPA spokesperson provided insights on how the greenhouse gas initiative would affect trucking fleets.
The skinny on air disc brakes
Fleet interest in air disc brakes is increasing as improved safety and reduced maintenance costs make these brakes more appealing.
Spec’ing trucks to run lean
Good drivers will deliver good fuel economy, but good drivers in well spec’d tractors will deliver the best.
New Weather Guard truck storage solutions for trades
The new Weather Guard Van Solutions line includes professional trade packages, new bulkheads and shelving, new accessories, and new specialty and secure storage, along with enhanced organization and quick installation features.
Labelmaster offers customized ID solutions
Labelmaster’s custom products website lets customers create custom products online, obtain pricing instantly, approve proofs immediately, and conveniently reorder from saved proofs.
Hino, Amthor International form tank program
Hino Trucks and Amthor International have formed a Tank Body Program for the refined fuel, propane, fire prevention, vacuum/septic and all related tank industries.