Boost filter performance with proper fleet maintenance
Today’s filters are the result of major advances in technology, but need to be used properly for effective performance.
Eaton hybrid system to power new fuel-efficient school bus
Eaton’s hybrid electric power systems are now available for Navistar’s IC Bus brand school buses. The IC Bus CE Series hybrid electric school bus with hill start assist can provide school districts with up to a 30% improvement in fuel economy, up to 35% reduction of NOx emissions and up to 85% reduction of diesel particulates.
Delo 400 LE SAE 15W-40 exposes the semi-synthetic myth
Chevron Lubricants said its premium conventional heavy-duty motor oil, Delo 400 LE SAE 15W-40, was equal to or better than leading semi-synthetics in industry-recognized tests in the areas of wear control, oxidation and deposit control.
Beware of scams when improving fleet fuel economy
It’s gratifying to see regulators finally shift their focus from reducing NOx emissions to reducing global warming, because global warming can be reduced by improving efficiency. Improved fleet fuel economy can significantly reduce a fleet’s carbon footprint. But beware. When fuel economy becomes an issue, charlatans come out of the woodwork. During commercial fuel economy
Getting ready for winter with Thermo King
The company’s Extreme Arctic Option for TriPac auxiliary power units allow drivers to cut idle-related costs by up to 85% and stay warm and comfortable as temperatures drop. The Extreme Arctic package, which reduces cold start damage to tractor engines, includes an ambient switch to allow the unit to run continuously when temperatures drop to 0 degrees F and to shut off automatically at 10 degrees F.
Meritor WABCO to supply technology for Freightliner, Western Star
The company will supply Daimler Trucks North America with advanced air and water management valves for commercial vehicles using selective catalytic reduction aftertreatment to meet today’s emission standards. Meritor WABCO is supplying two types of valves on Freightliner and Western Star models with diesel engines using SCR, depending upon vehicle configuration.
Fan clutch choices and maintenance vital for fleets
Fan clutch choices and maintenance have never been more important.
Shell Lubricants revamps oil analysis program
The program, designed to help customers improve equipment and vehicle reliability and reduce maintenance costs, now provides an online user interface that offers a worldwide sample history and failure trends on various of equipment and engines, as well as a scientific approach to preventive maintenance.
Save oil, money by extending oil drain intervals
Safely extending oil drain intervals has many benefits
Tracer offers compact leak detection kit with flashlight
A new leak detection kit from Tracer Products includes the Optimax Jr., a cordless, blue light LED leak detection flashlight with mega power that reveals even the smallest leaks. It is ideal for checking leaks in hard-to-reach spots that are inaccessible to larger lamps.