Medium-duty truck dealer networks become increasingly capable
With ongoing growth in many vocational market segments, including operations that use medium-duty trucks, truck manufacturers like Ford, GM and Ram are actively working with their dealer networks to expand service offerings. Just as importantly, they are providing extensive training and support to the highly specialized commercial dealers.
Collect your truck’s data to make your fleet safer, more productive
Upgrading the OEM software found in light- and medium-duty vehicles can give fleet managers similar operational parameter controls that you have come to expect in heavy-duty operations, thus reining in the impact that variables like the drivers themselves have on the cost efficiency of their trucks.
DeCarolis Truck Rental shop operations: Leading by example
Jason Purvis is using his insights, persistence and a strong work ethic to effectively manage a DeCarolis Truck Rental shop.
Bosch releases software update for ESI[truck]
Bosch has released a new software version 2019/1 for the ESI[truck]. In addition to the ESI[truck] software, the new Off-Highway Software package is also available, giving technicians the ability to diagnose construction and agricultural vehicles, according to Bosch. New software additions include extended coverage for electronic control systems, wiring diagrams, fault codes and troubleshooting by
Michelin rolls out all-season, heavy-duty tire for light-duty truck applications
Michelin North America Inc. unveiled its new Michelin Agilis CrossClimate tire for small-business owners and commercial fleets. This tire was designed specifically for ¾- and 1-ton pick-up trucks and vans used in commercial applications, as well as for European van platforms that have become increasingly popular in the North American market. These vehicles are seen
Tenneco launches Monroe magnum loaded strut assemblies for half-ton pickup trucks
Tenneco has launched a new line of Monroe Magnum loaded strut assemblies for half-ton pickup trucks. Components of the new line of loaded strut assemblies include: a gas-charged Monroe Magnum strut featuring 10-stage, acceleration-sensitive damping technology (most applications), chrome piston rod and PTFE-coated bearing; a variable-rate coil spring; OE-style upper strut mount and bearing; enhanced-design
GMC announces 2020 Sierra Heavy Duty
GMC has announced the new 2020 Sierra Heavy Duty, which the company says will be available for order in the late summer. It will be available in 2500HD and 3500HD dual rear wheel and single rear wheel configurations. According to GMC, features of the 2020 Sierra Heavy Duty include: An enhanced ProGrade Trailering system featuring 15
Weather Guard introduces compact truck rack
Weather Guard, a manufacture of truck and van storage equipment, announced its new Weather Guard Compact Steel Truck Rack fits most compact trucks, including the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon and Nissan Frontier. The new Compact Steel Truck rack securely installs to the bed rail with no drilling required, the company said. With a no-drill easy install, the
Hercules introduces new tire for light-, medium-duty vehicles
Hercules Tire has launched a new all-season commercial highway tire, the Hercules Terra Trac CH4 for light- and medium-duty vehicles. According to the company, the new tire line has a buttress design built for high-scrub applications and tread blocks that provide stability during cornering and promote even wear. “The Terra Trac CH4 was put to
Five truck trend takeaways from March
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 March focused on the latest truck trends, all in one place.
