HDA Truck Pride adds Superior Diesel, Inc. as new member
Based in Illinois, the company offers complete suspension service, A/C repair, engine overhauls, after-treatment services, electrical, diagnostics and complete trailer repairs.
Spring cleaning the HVAC system
As the season changes so too does the HVAC system’s role. Make sure it’s ready for the heat.
Truck batteries in winter: A guide to keeping your fleet running
As the weather cools, the batteries’ loads are reduced and the negative impacts of the summer sun will begin to surface.
10 ways predictive maintenance with telematics data can boost fuel efficiency
With fluctuating fuel costs, a predictive maintenance program with telematics data can provide substantial fuel savings to reduce operating costs. Proper vehicle maintenance is essential for the safe and efficient operation of your fleet. But did you know that it can also improve fuel economy by as much as 5% to 10%? Not only that,
Five truck trend takeaways from July
I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not quite ready for the leaves to start falling. The first of August marks the beginning of the end. It’s soon time to turn off the A/C and crank up the heat. Before you know it, Christmas will be right around the corner! … maybe I’m getting
Industry’s ability to meet demand still impacted by supply-chain constraints
According to ACT Research’s (ACT) latest State of the Industry: NA Classes 5-8 Report, Russia/China supply-chain disruptions, raging inflation, higher interest rates, and recession potential continue to dominate the narrative. “Russian commodities remain locked out of Western markets, Ukraine remains besieged, and China continues to struggle with COVID and lockdowns,” Eric Crawford, vice president and senior analyst,
Roadwarrior highlights its lithium battery upgrade
Roadwarrior highlights LightningVolt, a plug-and-play upgrade for truck auxiliary power units (APUs) or power inverters. The company says that it is designed to power items such A/C, fridge, microwave, electronics and others without running the engine or a generator. LightningVolt batteries were developed to let drivers use their parked trucks without idling, which negatively impacts
IdlePro Extreme 350-, 420 amp alternators offered on Blue Bird rear engine diesel, CNG school buses
Prestolite Electric has been awarded standard position by Blue Bird o supply IdlePro Extreme alternators from Leece-Neville Heavy Duty Systems. Blue Bird All American rear engine (RE) diesel and CNG-powered school buses will be offered with IdlePro Extreme 350- and 420-amp alternators as standard and optional equipment for models utilizing a Cummins 2021 engine. The
How electrification will change your service operation
One of the most promising pieces of good news to come out of 2020 was the announcement of the availability of multiple medium- and heavy-duty electric trucks. OEMs like Daimler, Kenworth, Mack, Peterbilt and Volvo all announced battery electric trucks that are either available now or will be in the foreseeable future, and several of
Denso touts new, expanded heavy-duty truck product lines
Denso Products and Services Americas Inc., an affiliate of global automotive supplier Denso Corp., is showcasing its new and expanded lines of heavy-duty and medium-duty starters, alternators, compressors, spark plugs and diesel aftertreatment products at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW). Denso’s newest products include heavy-duty and medium-duty starters and alternators for the heavy duty and
