Pacific Coast Heavy Truck Group is now a Mack Certified EV Dealer
Pacific Coast Heavy Truck Group, based in Langley, British Columbia, Canada is now a Mack Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealer. This designation means that Pacific Coast went through requirements so that it would be able to service and support the Mack LR Electric refuse model. To become EV-certified, Mack dealers must meet numerous safety,
EGR USA announces two new EGR RollTrac bed cover distributors
EGR USA recently announced two new distributors for the electric and manual EGR RollTrac bed cover: Meyer Distributing and Turn 14 Distribution. Meyer Distributing has warehouses throughout the United States and Canada and Turn 14 Distribution boasts ground shipping to 43% of the U.S. population in one day and 100% within two days. The electric retractable EGR RollTrac recently
10 ways predictive maintenance with telematics data can boost fuel efficiency
With fluctuating fuel costs, a predictive maintenance program with telematics data can provide substantial fuel savings to reduce operating costs. Proper vehicle maintenance is essential for the safe and efficient operation of your fleet. But did you know that it can also improve fuel economy by as much as 5% to 10%? Not only that,
Safe Fleet acquires police vehicle upfitter Kerr Industries
Safe Fleet has acquired Kerr Industries and its subsidiaries including Crown North America, which are vehicle upfitters serving the emergency and law enforcement markets. With upfit locations in Toronto, Dallas, Detroit, and Chicago, they partner with OEMs and other automotive parts and accessories manufacturers. Kerr and Crown add upfit services to Safe Fleet Law Enforcement’s
Fontaine Specialized announces new Workhorse 55PVR pro trailer for the road paving industry
In early 2021, Fontaine Specialized introduced the Workhorse 55PVR paver trailer. Now Fontaine is introducing a new model to the Workhorse lineup–the 55PVR Pro. The new Fontaine Workhorse 55PVR PRO is a multi-purpose road construction trailer featuring the same low front approach angle that the manufacturer says is ideal for ground hugging pavers, and milling
6 Tips To Improve Work Truck Ergonomics and Tech Comfort
For service technicians, the setup and design of their trucks can affect efficiency, comfort and safety, and access to the tools and equipment they need to get work done. The choices that fleet managers make when specifying a work truck impact play a key role in all of these factors, and it’s not only safety
Pre-Trip planning for safe truck driving
In 2020, IIHS reported that a total of 2,974 of 53,890 fatal crashes involving passenger vehicles were caused by distractions ranging from daydreaming and text-messaging to eating and rubbernecking. In 2019, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reported that least one driver-related factor was recorded for 33 percent of the large truck drivers in fatal
Kit Masters announces new national sales manager
Kit Masters recently announced that Kate Diecks has become the new National Sales Manager. After several years with Kit Masters, as the Eastern Regional Manager, Kate will now lead the way for Kit Masters into the next generation as the National Sales Manager. Kate’s leadership skills and depth of knowledge in the Heavy Duty Truck
Eaton introduces DC-DC converters for 48-volt commercial vehicle architecture
Eaton introduced a family of 48-volt DC-DC converters for diesel-powered commercial vehicles that can be used to power accessories such as antilock brakes and lighting. Eaton’s DC-DC converters are operational in ambient temperatures up to 85 degrees Celsius and boast 97% design efficiency, according to the manufacturer. Eaton’s DC-DC converter takes power from a 48-volt system and
Mack Trucks dealer TEC Equipment achieves certified EV dealer status
Mack Trucks announced that TEC Equipment in Oakland, Calif., is now a Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealer and will now be able to service and support the Mack LR Electric refuse truck. Mack made the announcement at the ACT Expo, May 9-12, at the Long Beach Convention Center, Long Beach Claif..This is the third TEC Equipment location in
