Kenworth makes wide base 385 steer tires available for its T370 with upper axle ratings
The Kenworth T370 is now available with wide base tires for applications requiring up to 20,000-lb. front axle ratings. Available in 385/65R22.5 sizes, from Bridgestone, Goodyear and Michelin, the tires were previously available only on all-wheel drive T370 steer axles with ratings up to 16,000 lbs. “These tires can now be ordered for new T370s
Commission on Autonomous Vehicle Testing and Safety releases recommendations for industry-led regulatory framework
The Commission on Autonomous Vehicle Testing and Safety, a project of Securing America’s Future Energy (SAFE), recently released a report with recommendations to address public policy and safety issues that have the potential to slow or halt deployment of autonomous vehicles (AVs). The recommendations are intended to foster increased collaboration between industry and regulators, and
Dometic, eNow offer solar-powered auxiliary A/C for Class 8 sleeper trucks
Dometic is powering its Blizzard Turbo auxiliary air conditioner with eNow’s Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Panel system, which the companies say makes it the first solar-powered auxiliary A/C available for Class 8 sleeper trucks. The Dometic eNow solar-powered Blizzard Turbo auxiliary air conditioner harnesses the power of the sun to capture and store energy in the
The power of choice: International integrates plenty of options into its new LT Series
International’s newly unveiled LT Series is a clear response to the pillars of productivity that International has been talking about for the past several years—from uptime and DriverFirst amenities to connectivity and improved fuel efficiency. “Driver retention is one of the things that every fleet talks about right now. We’re making it easier for fleets
Fueling choices: Fleets’ use of alternative fuels continues to increase
It is clear that growth in the use of alternative fuel and electric vehicles by fleets continues to expand. At the same time, an ongoing concern about the availability of a fueling and charging infrastructure is still giving some fleets a reason to hold off on deploying the latest offerings from a range of manufacturers.
EPA rule-making for heavy-duty truck emissions will not be accelerated
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was recently asked to accelerate the timeline for enacting new regulations regarding NOx emissions from trucks. While the EPA admits that more stringent standards are needed to reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx), emissions from heavy-duty trucks, buses and other diesel vehicles, the agency rejected calls from a coalition of state
International Trucks LT Series test drive
This is the newly announced International LT Series tricked out with a 2017 Cummins X15 Efficiency Series engine paired with an Eaton automated manual transmission to complete the SmartAdvantage powertrain. The new truck boasts improved fuel efficiency and a multitude of DriverFirst amenities. Come along as Fleet Equipment magazine puts the truck through its paces
Bendix Wingman Advanced now available for Kenworth T270, T370
The Bendix Wingman Advanced system is now available for order as an option for Kenworth T270 and T370 medium-duty trucks. The radar-based collision mitigation system delivers adaptive cruise control with braking, along with autonomous emergency braking technology to help drivers mitigate rear-end collisions. “This proven Bendix technology is popular with our Class 8 fleet customers.
Preventative maintenance to avoid CSA brake violations
There’s a lot to remember when inspecting brakes; fleets need to make sure everything is operating properly, and that potentially costly CSA violations can be avoided. Fleet Equipment polled our experts from our CSA brake story on the steps they recommend taking in a brake inspection. Read the full story on common issues that lead to CSA violations,
Advanced safety systems maintenance tips
Advanced safety systems such as full-stability and collision mitigation technology occupy a growing part of the commercial vehicle landscape; fleets are adopting them in greater numbers, and electronic stability control (ESC) systems will be required on most new Class 7 and 8 commercial vehicles under National Highway Traffic Safety Administration rules taking effect next year. Air
