IMI unveils Equal Flexx
IMI has unveiled Equal Flexx, an internal balancing tire product which removes 10 to 15% more vibration from the wheel-end, increasing tire mileage by up to 45%. It is an enhancement of IMI’s Equal balancer. “Equal Flexx reduces fuel and tire costs by removing vibration from the wheel-end. This optimizes the efficiency of the entire rotating assembly,”
Stemco introduces SuperSpare spare tire mount
Stemco has introduced the SuperSpare spare tire mount for heavy-duty trucks. SuperSpare is designed to be mounted on the tractor to simplify tire-related roadside maintenance. Installing SuperSpare technology also makes the adoption of fuel-saving “super single” tires more practical, the company said, as they require immediate replacement when damaged, so it is important to have a
21C Graphics introduces vinyl wrap alternative
21C Graphics introduces a new alternative to traditional vinyl wraps for vehicle graphics: The Vehicle Art Robo (or VAR), a large scale printer designed to work much the same way as an inkjet printer and is set up to print full color graphics directly onto the surface of any large vehicle, from transit vans to Class 8
Buying pre-owned trucks? No need to kick the tires
Purchasing a pre-owned truck should not be a contest. Buyers should have confidence in the equipment they are purchasing—with no surprises down the road. Inspections Some truck buyers do their own preliminary inspections prior to purchase. Many experienced fleets have a list of things to review prior to purchase—like checking axle configurations, engine and horsepower
TMC 2016: New truck products, engine oil categories and right to repair
Inspired by Robert Altman’s classic film Nashville, Fleet Equipment is taking you inside the 2016 TMC Annual Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition to give you a snap shot of the latest and greatest equipment in the heavy-duty trucking industry.
Expanded offerings: PACCAR power continues to propel Peterbilt’s success
While there has been some uncertainty in terms of overall market strength in the first quarter of 2016, Peterbilt Motors Co. expects this year to be another solid year for the trucking industry, estimating retail sales roughly between 230,000 and 260,000 heavy-duty units in the U.S. and Canada. Those are still numbers to be excited about
Remote diagnostics, ELDs and the constant evolution of truck telematics
Truck technology continues to evolve, progressing exponentially every day. As more and more data becomes available, fleets are getting better at reading it and using that data to reduce everything from repairs to accidents. And this is only the beginning. One important advancement that is just starting to make its mark is the recent Federal
Eaton, Cummins add new electronics, higher torque options for SmartAdvantage offering
Eaton Corp. and Cummins Inc. announced new features to their growing lineup of integrated powertrain offerings that will provide additional downspeeding options. Available in April will be a new 1,850 lb.-ft. torque rating for the Cummins ISX15 400- to 475-HP diesel engine, which can be specified with an Eaton Fuller Advantage C-Ratio 10-speed transmission, an Eaton
Stemco partners with TrackPoint Systems
Stemco is partnering with TrackPoint Systems to provide fleets with real-time information through its BatRF by Stemco sensor technology. TrackPoint Systems TrIPS solar-powered monitoring technology will now allow fleet managers to track tire pressures and mileage for untethered trailers. This new offering enables fleet managers to improve fuel economy, reduce road calls and increase tread life by ensuring
Kenworth offers Bendix Wingman Fusion for T680, T880
Kenworth Truck Co. is making the Bendix Wingman Fusion driver assistance system available for the Kenworth T680 and T880. Bendix Wingman Fusion integrates and advances a suite of Bendix safety technologies – radar, camera, the vehicle’s brake system, and SafetyDirect by Bendix CVS – into one comprehensive driver assistance system. To see Bendix safety systems in action,
