Meritor adds new clutches to aftermarket solutions portfolio
Meritor introduced its line of 14-in. and 15.5-in. clutches in standard and easy-pedal effort models, designed for medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Both models are available under the company’s Euclid brand through North American distribution centers.
Eaton clutches, transmissions take top Daimler awards
Eaton Corp earned two Master of Quality awards from Daimler Trucks North America for its clutch and transmission operations in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. The San Luis Potosi facility manufactures and supplies Eaton’s lineup of medium- and heavy-duty clutches and manual and automated transmissions for all Class 6, 7 and 8 DTNA vehicles.
Eaton to offer Advantage series remanufactured clutch
The remanufactured Advantage clutches feature a strap drive intermediate plate design.
Optimizing truck uptime via maintenance contracts
Learn what to look for in a fleet maintenance contract, as well as questions to ask when customizing that contract.
HDA Truck Pride member AA Wheel & Truck Supply acquires Casper Brake & Clutch
HDA Truck Pride member, AA Wheel & Truck Supply, a distributor of truck and trailer parts throughout the Midwest, has announced that it has acquired Kansas City-based Casper Brake & Clutch and relocated Casper’s reline shop and team members to its North Kansas City AA Wheel & Truck Supply warehouse and brake shop. Since 1929,
Kit Masters announces new national sales manager
Kit Masters recently announced that Kate Diecks has become the new National Sales Manager. After several years with Kit Masters, as the Eastern Regional Manager, Kate will now lead the way for Kit Masters into the next generation as the National Sales Manager. Kate’s leadership skills and depth of knowledge in the Heavy Duty Truck
Volvo makes Allison RHS transmission available on VNL trucks
Allison Transmission has announced that the Allison 3414 Regional Haul Series (RHS) fully automatic transmission has been integrated into Volvo’s heavy-duty VNL trucks and is currently available to order. The first production orders for 3414 RHS equipped VNL trucks have been built for regional haul, food and beverage and distribution customers. The Allison 3414 Regional
What does OEM approval mean for transmission fluids?
By Darryl Purificati, Sr. Technical Advisor, OEM/Automotive at HollyFrontier Lubricants & Specialties, which includes the Petro-Canada Lubricants brand Transmission fluids are some of the most complex driveline fluids and are formulated differently depending on the transmission they will be used in. They perform a range of functions such as lubrication, heat dissipation, wear protection and
Olympic Truck Service is Drive’s latest Shop Spotlight
Dan and Kris Bullinger, owners of Olympic Truck Service in Olympia, Wash., feel lucky to be able to attend their kids’ sports events and school functions without having to ask for time off. The shop is in the heart of the South Puget Sound region, and the area has a clean and outdoorsy vibe. Dan,
How can lubricants improve fleet fuel economy?
Fleets are expected to operate under extreme pressure, carrying heavy loads and meeting demanding schedules, with vehicles needing to run with efficiency and reliability every day to help owners maintain a healthy bottom line for their business. Fleet managers and maintenance staff can secure efficiencies and reduce costs for their fleet by taking a holistic
