Employing idle reduction technologies
Best practices in reducing truck idling can save fuel and reduce emissions.
3-D mud flap suppresses spray, increases fuel economy
The Spraydown Aero Guard System, a uniquely designed 3-dimensional mud flap, features vertical aero vanes that redirect spray down through the pockets, smoothing airflow, reducing drag and resulting in substantial fuel savings, according to the company.
Brake & Wheel Ends Group develops complementary components
The group, which encompasses Webb Wheel Products OE, Severe Duty and Aftermarket, along with TSE Brakes, will offer the heavy truck and trailer industry complementary brake and wheel end components engineered to work together for superior performance, safety and life cycle costs.
Redefining the highway truck energy equation
Every gallon of diesel fuel contains just so much energy (usually quantified as British Thermal Units, or simply BTUs). Truck engines burn the fuel to release energy, or more specifically convert it to another form, and push the truck along the highway. Historically, the approximation has been that 1/3 of the total energy is converted
Mid-America Trucking Show round-up
New products introduced at this year’s Mid-America Trucking Show seem to be a sign of increasing economic growth and renewed confidence.
Ancra’s Lift-A-Deck II system boosts load averages
The Lift-A-Deck II Load Maximizing System is a patented, integrated, adjustable decking system that makes any standard trailer more productive by enabling it to carry more cargo – an estimated 10% to 30% increase – in a safer, more secure and more stable manner.
Qualcomm announces availability of CSA Safety Performance Service
The service helps identify drivers who are most vulnerable to unsafe driving and additional CSA violations, allowing fleet and safety managers to monitor and improve driver performance proactively and reduce their exposure to fines, interventions, accidents and poor CSA scores.
MHT companies offer products fueled by R&D investment
Since 2003, Marmon Highway Technologies companies have invested more than $25 million in research and development to create new products. These products can result in customers operating more efficiently through weight savings, reduced maintenance costs and extended product life, according to the company.
Evolving hybrid reefers
Fleets will be the beneficiaries as hybrid reefer technology continues to improve
New commercial van from Isuzu Commercial Truck, Utilimaster
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America and Utilimaster have teamed up to introduce a new commercial van. The van, with full production scheduled for the second half of 2011, will combine the functionality and design flexibility of a custom-built work truck with the styling and ergonomics of a cargo van, the companies said.