New Sprinter van offers improved versatility, safety
Eleven years and approximately 1.3 million units later (30,000 units in North America alone), the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, now has a successor.
Denso offers new starter
Denso Sales California Inc. announced the availability of its 12V 5.0 Offset Gear Reduction Starter, designed specifically for use on heavy-duty vehicles with 10-to-16-liter diesel engines.
TMC Marks 50th Anniversary
Progress in data communications and vehicle reporting maintenance standards have been impressive, according to executives reflecting on some of the recent accomplishments of the Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) of the American Trucking Assns. as it celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.
Fuel Economy & Weight Savings
For bulk haulers, the premise is simple: Weight savings transfers to payload and every pound that can be spec’ed out of a vehicle’s overall weight without sacrificing durability, reliability or safety is an extra pound of revenue generating freight.