Carrier study on cold chain finds reduction in food loss, CO2 emissions
According to the results of a study funded by Carrier, investment in the cold chain—specifically pre-cooling and transport refrigeration equipment – can reduce food loss by 76% and carbon dioxide equivalent emissions (CO2E) by 16%. Carrier commissioned a study to examine the extent to which the cold chain can help increase the quality, reach and
Peloton to participate in NEXTCAR program, readies platooning system for 2017 launch
Peloton Technology has announced that it will participate in the Next-Generation Energy Technologies for Connected and Autonomous On-Road Vehicles (NEXTCAR) program sponsored by the U.S Department of Energy’s (DOE) Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E). The goal of the project is to cut heavy-duty truck fuel use by 20% through the use of platooning technology. Led by
SAF-Holland introduces fifth wheel system with auto lighting to ensure proper coupling
SAF-Holland has introduced ELI-te, a new automatic lighting system to help drivers consistently ensure a proper coupling on their fifth wheel. The Electronic Lock Indicator technology-enhanced ELI-te Fifth Wheel Coupling Assistant is available as an integrated option on the Holland FW35 series fifth wheels. According to SAF-Holland, the ELI-te fifth wheel was designed to assist drivers
SAF-Holland introduces the CBX40 AeroBeam sliding air suspension system
SAF-Holland has introduced the new CBX40 AeroBeam sliding tandem axle air suspension. Designed for greater fleet efficiency, the SAF CBX40 AeroBeam Slider Suspension has a base weight of 1,267 lbs., 85 lbs. lighter overall than the previous generation CBX40 and 27 lbs. lighter than the nearest competitive slider suspension, the company said. Per Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Phase 2 legislation, the
October’s five truck trend takeaways
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 October focused on the latest truck trends, all in one place. 5. Fleets are seeing the benefits of traction control technology The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will require full-stability technology on most
Navistar and Meritor agree to co-brand Fleetrite brake shoe offering
Navistar and Meritor have announced an agreement to co-brand Premium Brake Shoe Kits offered through the Fleetrite heavy-duty parts brand. The agreement covers approximately 50 part numbers that will be labeled Fleetrite Manufactured by Meritor. RELATED: Climb inside the new International LT Series by perusing through this photo gallery. “This agreement demonstrates our continued partnership
Navistar launches Core Advantage program
Navistar has announced the launch of the Core Advantage Program, which the company says will help fleet owners reduce their overall costs by helping them to manage their core and remanufacturing activity through new tools like the Navistar proprietary software Core Management System (CMS). Cores are used or failed parts that have been returned by
USA Truck’s comprehensive approach to streamlining operations, improving retention and lowering costs
As one of the nation’s largest over-the-road truckload carriers, USA Truck is constantly on the lookout for ways to make life on the road less stressful and more productive for the approximately 1,750 drivers it employs. In many cases, that approach pays other dividends for the fleet as well. For many years, for example, USA
Global innovations & megatrends: A look at fully electric and connected vans
At the recent IAA International Commercial Vehicle Show in Hannover, Germany, the focus was on future megatrends, which included fully electric vehicles, digitalization for e-mobility and connectivity. I got a look at a concept city deliver van— the nearly completely integrated Vision Van (pictured above)—which optimizes many levels of connectivity, and the all-electric and networked
Bendix Brakes brand Fleet MetLok product line relaunched
MAT Holdings, Inc. announces the relaunch of the Bendix Brakes brand Fleet MetLok product line of automotive disc brake pads and rotors designed specifically for use in severe-duty applications, as well as service and pursuit vehicles. According to the company, the Fleet MetLok product line has been enhanced to provide even better friction performance and
