Two motors are better than one
Hybrids have received mixed reviews when used in cars and trucks, but new generations are now receiving well-earned attention
Brown goes green
UPS is investing heavily in alternative fuel-powered delivery vehicles
Top and Bottom
Roofs and floors are key factors to consider when specifying trailers
International to build new engines in Alabama
International Truck and Engine Corp., the principal operating subsidiary of Navistar International Corp. announced it will build new Class 8 “big-bore” diesel engines in Huntsville, Alabama.
Smart Choices
For O&S Trucking, fuel-saving technologies, effective specification choices and efforts to improve the efficiency of its operations are enabling ongoing growth and success
Keeping techs on board
Jeff Johnson says a clean shop, variety of assignments, and safety emphasis limit technician turnover at Hall’s Fast Motor Freight
Rostra rearsight offered on Dodge Sprinter van
Rostra Precision Controls Inc. offers its RearSight camera system for the Dodge Sprinter Van.
Trailer Productivity: Corrosion Control
Durability. Cost. Image. Three main factors in fleet decisions about trailer specifications that are directly affected by a common enemy – corrosion. From the roofline to structural members, suspensions, axles, landing gear and upper-couplers, constant bombardment by moisture and debris – as well as exposure to road salts and other de-icing materials – makes specifying trailers for corrosion protection of utmost concern to fleet managers. Equally aware of the challenge are trailer, system and component manufacturers, who are addressing the problems caused by corrosion with new technologies and processes.
Spec’ing for Safety Rear-Vision Technologies
Backing accidents are quite common, according to David Money, technical director, transportation services, at Liberty Mutual Group’s Research Institute for Safety. “They account for 15 percent of all commercial motor vehicle accidents,” he says, “and while less expensive than other types of accidents because they generally happen at slow speeds, their frequency and the potential for serious consequences make it imperative to provide drivers with the best-possible visibility when backing.”
Dry van features thin-wall design
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co., a manufacturer of dry freight vans, reefers, flatbeds, and Tautliner curtainsided trailers, said its thin-wall 4000D-X dry van features patented side-wall engineering designed to raise the standards in the thin-wall segment.