Kenworth adds aftermarket crew cab conversion option for medium-duty hybrids
Kenworth Truck Co. has added an aftermarket crew cab conversion option for the Kenworth T270 and T370 medium-duty diesel-electric hybrids in pickup and delivery and utility applications.
Penray coolant filters offer protection from heat, corrosion
To combat overheating and other cooling system problems like scaling and liner pitting — and to insure that trucks on the road run cool and clean — Penray Power Fleet division offers a range of cooling system filters.
Toyo Tires introduces new M647 premium drive tire
Toyo Tires has introduced the M647 premium drive tire, designed for local, regional and long haul highway applications. The newest tire has a deep, 30/32-in. tread that the maker said provides improved wear and long service life.
New SlimWhite LED lamps from Grote fit in large spaces and tight places
Grote Industries has introduced two versions of its new SlimWhite Lamp.“With up to 500 lumens of light output, a 50,000-hours LED service rating and an extremely low profile, these lamps are designed to provide abundant LED light, last for years and not get in anyone’s way” said Mike Grote, business development manager for interior lighting. “And with their tough polycarbonate lenses and sturdy aluminum bases, they’re also built to take what a vehicle-based work environment can throw at them.”
PPG introduces DuraBull heavy-duty protective coating
PPG Commercial Coatings has introduced DuraBull heavy-duty protective coating, which the company said provides performance and durability protection for heavy-duty fleet vehicles through its advanced aliphatic polyurea coating technology.
Hella introduces new Module 70 compact LED 70mm work lamp
Hella, Inc., the North American aftermarket subsidiary of automotive lighting and electronics supplier Hella, has introduced its new Module 70 LED Work Lamp, which the maker said combines advanced solid state LED lighting performance with an ultra compact and highly durable design. It is designed specifically for use in tight or limited space conditions, and offers easy upright surface mounting. The 70mm work lamp is built to withstand harsh operating conditions, and is suitable for use in highway, construction, forestry equipment, as well as heavy-duty work truck applications.
Hendrickson introduces HN FR suspension
Hendrickson officials announced the launch of another product to address the unique needs of the fire and rescue industry. Providing a combination of stability, ride quality, light weight, and articulation, the expanded family of tandem rubber suspensions delivers performance to a wide range of fire and rescue vehicles, the maker said.
Horton introduces VMaster and Stratis Di viscous fan drives and controller
Horton Inc. has introduced VMaster and Stratis Di viscous fan drive and controller systems, which it describes as an economical choice for customers who seek the flexibility of variable speed along with optimal engine cooling, reduced fuel consumption, decreased noise and more available horsepower for auxiliary components.
Continental introduces HTL Eco Plus trailer tire
Continental Tire North America Inc. (CTNA) has unveiled its next generation of truck trailer tire, the HTL Eco Plus. Trailer tires contribute 42% of the rolling resistance of all the tires on a typical long haul truck, CTNA said. That’s why the company’s engineers were intent upon making the HTL Eco Plus (Heavy Trailer Long-Haul) one of the most fuel-efficient trailer tires possible. CTNA said this new tire improves fuel economy by 10%.
Square Wheel Industries introduces brake and light diagnostic unit
Square Wheel Industries said it has introduced a faster, more efficient method of testing the trailer light and air brake system that can easily be fit to mobile service trucks. With the Express Mobile, all lighting functions and the air brake system (including brake adjustment) can easily be checked in just two minutes, start to finish, the company said. An isolation valve on the unit allows leak down tests on individual air valves. This can translate into inspection of 20 trailers per hour, including set-up, disconnect and all walk time, Square Wheel added. The unit has a radio remote-controlled air brake operation in addition to a complete built-in electrical system scanner.