MJF Materials is putting together a complete natural gas fleet operation
For Michael Forte, what started as a typical desire to spec more fuel-efficient trucks has led to an all encompassing move into CNG-powered vehicles and a dedicated fueling infrastructure. Today, just two and a half years later, he couldn’t be more pleased with the results. Forte’s company, MJF Materials of Lindenwold, N.J., operates 30 Class
International Truck launches Prostar ES fuel efficiency package
International Truck announced a new fuel efficiency package for the International ProStar—the International ProStar ES. The ES, short for efficiency specification, offers industry-leading aerodynamics, a drivetrain with advanced downspeeding and the most efficient rear axles in the industry, according to the manufacturer. In addition, it boasts the spec’ing expertise of International’s Performance Engineering Team and
Navistar announces feature enhancements to OnCommand Connection
Navistar Inc. announced several new OnCommand Connection remote diagnostics features at the American Trucking Associations (ATA) Management Conference and Exhibition. Additionally, Navistar’s Bill Kozek, president of North America Truck and Parts, spoke to media about OnCommand and the company’s future, which can be seen above. Beginning in November, Navistar will roll out new feature enhancements for its
Integrated powertrains maximize fuel efficiency
“Traditionally, there has been an understanding in the industry that excellent drivers develop skill sets to operate equipment in a way that generates good fuel mileage,” says Mario Sanchez, technical sales support director at Cummins. “Even the best drivers are not consistent all the time, however, and as fleets continue to struggle to retain and
NCDOT orders Freightliner trucks for operations
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has ordered 67 Freightliner 114SD severe-duty trucks for its fleet. All of the trucks will be manufactured at the Freightliner Mt. Holly Truck Manufacturing Plant in Mt. Holly, N.C. Equipped with Cummins ISL9 engines built in Rocky Mount, N.C., the 114SD trucks will be used for a variety
Navistar expands International ProStar transmission offerings
Navistar Inc. announced it will offer the Tremec 10-speed manual transmission in its International ProStar model with the company’s 13-liter engine. Tremec offers a wide range of high torque-to-weight ratios designed for weight sensitive over-the-road and city applications. The pairing will also maximize payload for applications such as bulk haul, according to Navistar. “Tremec transmissions
Bosch introduces heavy-duty truck scan tool
Bosch has released Esitronic Truck, its first North American heavy-duty truck scan tool. Esitronic Truck covers all major heavy-duty trucks, medium-duty trucks, engine, transmission and brake system combinations with diagnostics and embedded repair information. “For years there has not been an all-encompassing tool in the heavy-duty aftermarket that gives technicians what they need—all makes/models diagnostics coverage combined
Reman programs give second life to ECUs
Taking advantage of remanufactured component programs is nothing new to fleet managers. As the life expectancy of vehicles increases and fleets strive to maximize that life, remanufactured components will always offer value to the fleet’s bottom line. The remanufacturing process recovers components and is able to restore them to original or better condition without the
Eaton introduces Procision dual clutch transmission
Power management company Eaton introduced Procision last week to media at the company’s proving grounds in Marshall, Mich. Procision is the first dual clutch transmission for Class 6-7 in North America and delivers 8-10% better fuel economy than a similarly equipped vehicle with a torque converter automatic, according to Eaton. “The medium-duty market is made
Interpreting used oil analysis
“Think of oil analysis as a visit to your engine’s health care professional,” says Edward Covington, vice president, quality assurance at WIX Filters. “Oil analysis provides fact-based information on the oil’s condition, which can then be used to determine the engine’s condition. The data will help answer questions such as is the oil and filter
