Eberspaecher acquires vehicle climate control specialist Kalori
Eberspaecher has announced that it has signed a contract to acquire French company Kalori SAS. The climate control specialist based in Lyon, France, develops and produces air-conditioning and ventilation systems for commercial and special vehicles. Through this acquisition, Eberspaecher is boosting its strategic focus on vehicle climate control for special markets. With a staff of
Eaton Airflow technology demonstrated in opposed piston engines
Power management company Eaton has announced it will supply its TVS air pump to manage airflow in the demonstration of the Achates Power two-stroke Opposed-Piston Engine (OP Engine) at the Internal Combustion Engine Fall Technical Conference in San Diego. Eaton’s TVS air pumps currently supply airflow to several Achates OP Engine prototypes, which will gradually
Diesel Technology Forum Statement on the U.S. EPA’s Cleaner Trucks Initiative
The Diesel Technology Forum has issued a statement regarding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s announcement of a new Cleaner Trucks Initiative (CTI). This initiative will include a future rulemaking to establish updated standards which address nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from highway heavy-duty trucks and engines. The full statement reads: The new Cleaner Trucks Initiative announced sets
Eaton to supply air pump for Achates opposed-piston engine
Eaton announced that it will supply its TVS air pump to manage airflow in the demonstration of the Achates Power two-stroke Opposed-Piston Engine (OP Engine). Eaton’s TVS air pumps currently supply airflow to several Achates OP Engine prototypes, which will gradually transition to a new Eaton TVS air pump currently under development. Fundamental to the
Understanding key metrics in used oil analysis reporting
Understanding engine oil quality can ensure the proper operation of your fleet and prevent unforeseen damage during the recommended oil drain interval. Fleets commonly employ used oil analysis (UOA) to judge the oil life in their vehicles. By understanding and reviewing elemental analysis, oxidation and nitration, viscosity and soot, fleets can confirm successful oil performance
Volvo Trucks, Greenlots to provide EV charging infrastructure in Southern California
Greenlots, a provider of electric vehicle charging software and solutions, announced it will collaborate with Volvo Trucks to deploy charging infrastructure for electric trucks operating out of warehouses in Southern California. This project was borught about as part of a public-private partnership with the California Air Resources Board (CARB). CARB awarded $44.8 million to the South Coast Air Quality
Pressure Systems International to release Tire View TPMS
Pressure Systems International (P.S.I.) announced TireView, a new tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) designed for the demanding commercial vehicle market. TireView will be available to the market in early 2019. P.S.I. acquired TPMS product provider TST in April 2017. Since that time, in addition to growing its existing presence in the RV market, P.S.I. has adapted
DTNA’s Pres., CEO Roger Nielsen on speculative orders, supply chain challenges and what it means to you
Daimler Trucks North America President and Chief Executive Officer Roger Nielsen recently held court at a roundtable press conference discussing everything from electric trucks to DTNA’s market share. Yet, the insight into DTNA’s order strategy and openness about recent supply line challenges took center stage as the market continues to boom, with no sign of
Michelin North America announces tire price increase
Michelin North America, Inc. will increase U.S. national account prices up to 8% for all commercial brands, products and services, effective Dec. 1. Separately, effective Jan. 1, Michelin North America’s passenger tire business will increase prices up to 5% for passenger and light truck tires under the Michelin, BFGoodrich, and Uniroyal brands, as well as Michelin tires in the
Verizon Connect announces new commercial telematics offerings
Verizon Connect has announced three new commercial solutions: a new solution for asset tracking, an improved Workforce Mobile application and the Verizon Connect Marketplace.
