ACT Research finds increased interest in electric trucks, natural gas
There has been an increase in heavy-duty natural gas use from the refuse industry, and continued growth of interest in electric vehicles, especially in the medium-duty segment, according to the latest release of the N.A. On-highway CV Engine Outlook, by ACT Research Co. and Rhein Associates. The refuse industry leads in converting vehicles to natural
Daimler Trucks North America launches 3D printed parts program
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will make its first delivery of plastic parts produced using 3D printing technologies to its customers in the coming weeks as part of a pilot program. The trucking company says it is confident that these new technologies will soon play a significant role in the industry. More importantly, DTNA sees
TBC Brands introduces Trail Guide HLT line
TBC Brands has introduced the new Trail Guide HLT highway line of tires for the light truck segment. This new line of tires is available in 37 sizes, across 15- to 20-in. rim diameters and intended for CUV, SUV, pickup trucks and vans. The line is warrantied for 50,000 miles for all sizes and comes
Haldex Automatic Brake Adjuster receives standard position with International
The Haldex Automatic Brake Adjuster (ABA) has been awarded standard position for all S-Cam Brake Assemblies for International Class 8 tractors (LT, RH and Lonestar series). “We value our partnership with Navistar and the confidence they have in our clearance sensing brake adjuster,“ said Walter Frankiewicz, president of Haldex North America and senior vice president
Continental acquires U.S. Custom Machining Services
Continental has acquired Custom Machining Services Inc. in order to expand its range of services for the industrial hose industry. The Valparaiso, Ind.-based Custom Machining Services Inc. has been in business since 1979 and has been producing hose assembly equipment, crimpers and dies since 1984.The company employs 50 people and is known for its CustomCrimp
Justin Palmer named President and CEO of Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (Fuso) has promoted Justin Palmer to the position of president and chief executive officer, effective Nov. 30. He replaces Jecka Glasman, who is leaving Fuso to return to Israel, her home country, for family reasons. Palmer has spent the last two years at Fuso as its director of business
Maintaining good air quality in your truck’s cab
A long-haul truck driver can spend up to 24 hours in his or her cab and/or sleeper. The air quality in that small space is important to the driver’s health. Almost all trucks, today, come with a cabin air filter designed to clean all air entering the truck. The device using a filter media much
Western Star to offer 3rd Eye safety camera and radar systems
Western Star Trucks has begun offering 3rd Eye backup cameras and radar option packages as factory-installed options on its vehicles. “The need for safety is extremely important for Western Star customers. Keeping drivers safe on the job—including the people working in and around the trucks—is paramount for all industries,” said John Tomlinson, Western Star’s vocational
A&R Logistics is staying ahead of the curve
“We’re growing fast to accommodate the expansion in U.S. manufacturing,” says Scot McQuilkin, vice president of maintenance at A&R Logistics. “However, we need to make sure our growth is smart. We need to meet customers’ requirements and exceed their expectations by staying ahead of the curve without cutting corners, so we’re making substantial strategic investments
Temperature control: What you need to know about reefer trailers
The mandated FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) program is a management system in which food safety is addressed through the analysis and control of biological, chemical and physical hazards. It covers everything from raw material production, procurement and handling to manufacturing, distribution and consumption of the finished product.
