TSE Brakes introduces UL-Disc air brake actuators
TSE Brakes Inc. introduced its UL-Disc air brake actuators specifically designed for transportation equipment using air disc brakes. “Due to reduced stopping distance requirements, air disc brakes are growing in popularity for both fleets and owner operators,” said Ian Shackleton, TSE Brakes’ director of North American OEM sales and marketing. “Fleets are also interested in air disc brakes for
Expanded offerings: PACCAR power continues to propel Peterbilt’s success
While there has been some uncertainty in terms of overall market strength in the first quarter of 2016, Peterbilt Motors Co. expects this year to be another solid year for the trucking industry, estimating retail sales roughly between 230,000 and 260,000 heavy-duty units in the U.S. and Canada. Those are still numbers to be excited about
FTR forecasts placid conditions for trucking companies
FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index (TCI) measure for December rose more than two points to a reading of 10.88. FTR’s forecast is that 2016 will be a year of placid conditions for trucking companies, with little or no change in the current trend of tight, but adequate, capacity. Two events could impact capacity utilization and possibly,
Getting the most from tire suppliers
Fleet managers know all too well that tires are often one of their biggest expenses. Working with a trusted tire dealer can help fleets manage costs by obtaining quality products and services that are readily available—sometimes over several years (depending on the application)—and helping fleets choose the right tires and services for their specific needs. We
What new legislation could mean for light-, medium-duty vehicle technologies
Earlier in 2015, as part of a larger package of energy legislation, a bill introduced to fund research and development of alternative fuels and advanced vehicle technologies passed the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. At the end of the year, H.R. 4106, the Vehicle Innovation Act (VIA), was brought to the House of Representatives.
Kenworth tours the U.S. with Capitol Christmas Tree (Photo gallery)
The 2015 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree made its first tour stop in the Lower 48 states on Nov. 7 with a community event visit to Seattle’s Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI) and Lake Union Park. The crowd gathered to see the 74-foot Lutz spruce from Seward, Alaska, chosen as the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree.The tree
Omnitracs Analytics launches accident severity model
Omnitracs LLC has announced the introduction of its Accident Severity Model to take the data collected via compliance-centric hours of service (HOS) applications and use it to proactively manage risk. Designed for any fleet using an electronic HOS management system, regardless of size, Omnitracs’ Accident Severity Model identifies the highest risk drivers who are most likely
The perfect combination: The Zen of creating the optimum downsped engine/axle/drivetrain mix
Most truck engines, today, run at around 1,450 RPM at cruising speed to provide the 200 HP needed at the wheel-end. Engine downspeeding allows the truck to operate consistently in a more efficient range, generally between 1,100 to 1,200 RPM, while maintaining the same 200 HP at the wheel end. As a result, fuel efficiency
GreenRoad introduces video system to identify risky driving
GreenRoad Technologies, providers of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) driver behavior and fleet performance solutions, has introduced an innovative in-vehicle video system which records dangerous or noteworthy events, on the road and in the vehicle, as they happen. The GreenRoad video solution is unique in its ability to associate captured footage with detailed driving behavior data for individual
Bridging the gap: Connecting trucks and facilities
“If your trucks are wireless, your facilities should be too.” That statement by Deryk Powell, president and chief operating officer of Velociti, is a reflection of the ongoing and rapid growth in connectivity throughout the transportation industry. Velociti is a global provider of technology deployment services, specializing in the installation and service of a broad
