Catching up with equipment buying trends
A few weeks back, a Fleet Equipment Advisory Board member asked me if I had any recent information on fleet buying trends. While I didn’t have those figures, I knew who to ask: Chris Kemmer, owner of CK Marketing and Communications. The tool she used in doing this research for us is the Fleet Sentiment
Peterbilt introduces column-mounted shifter for automated transmissions
Peterbilt introduced a new column-mounted shifter for Models 579 and 567. The column-mounted shifter will be standard on trucks equipped with the automated PACCAR transmission, as well as those equipped with Eaton Advantage and Ultra Shift AMTs. The new shifter, located on the right-hand side of the steering column, features a multi-mode design and allows
Five truck trend takeaways from August
We know it’s not easy to keep up with everything that happens in the world of trucking. So here are the biggest stories from August focused on the latest truck trends, all in one place.
Peterbilt to offer Bendix slack adjusters and spring brakes
Peterbilt has made the Bendix Versajust LS slack adjuster and the Bendix Eversure spring brake available as factory options. The Bendix Versajust LS is a link-style automatic slack adjuster that can extend lining life by up to 16% and drum life by up to 30%. The Versajust LS is designed to significantly reduce brake maintenance
Trucking Efficiency’s Run on Less announces drivers, technologies
Carbon War Room (CWR) and the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) have announced the seven drivers participating in Run on Less, a fuel-economy roadshow that kicks off on Sept. 6. Run on Less will demonstrate how Class 8 trucks can use different technologies to achieve the best fuel economy possible. The three-week experience
PACCAR introduces automated transmission, offers complete proprietary powertrain
PACCAR introduced the new PACCAR automated transmission designed to complement PACCAR MX engines and PACCAR axles. The PACCAR automated transmission is designed for line-haul applications up to 110,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight. It is available for engine ratings up to 510 HP and 1,850 lb.-ft. of torque and features tightly integrated electronic communications with the PACCAR
The impact of CK-4, FA-4 oils so far
How has the market responded to the launch of API CK-4 and FA-4 oils? And for fleet owners who haven’t yet transitioned, what do they need to know about the how the new categories can benefit their operations?
Baron announces Baron Weather API for Fleet
Baron has announced Baron Weather API for Fleet, a range of quality-controlled weather data that can be integrated into network fleet platforms. According to the company, the Baron Weather API can help reduce the costs of freight industry weather-related delays, and is ideal for fleet management tracking platforms, mobile driver applications and transportation management systems
First look at the new Volvo VNL Class 8 truck
This is the Volvo VNL, the first completely new Class 8 truck introduced by Volvo since 1996. Coming on the heels of the release of Volvo’s new regional-haul truck, the VNR, this makes 2017 the year for a total refresh for Volvo Trucks. Come along with us for the first look at Volvo’s soon-to-be-released long
Daimler Trucks announces changes in Senior Leadership Corporate Communications, Channel Marketing
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced two key transitions in the senior leadership of channel marketing and corporate communications for the company. David Giroux is taking over as director of channel marketing, DTNA. In this newly created position, Giroux will lead the development and implementation of all Freightliner and Detroit brand marketing communications and brand
