Trailer service that keeps ‘em on the road
Consider mobile trailer service support to minimize downtime and road-side repair costs.
Optimum brake and friction selection
To maximize performance and investment, it is essential that fleets choose the right friction materials and braking systems for their trucks.
Adding it up
For Tri State Transportation, a pound saved is a penny earned.
PreSet hubs now standard on Peterbilt Class 8 trucks
Designed to improve serviceability and reliability of vehicle wheel ends, PreSet Plus hub systems are now standard on all Class 8 truck models from Peterbilt Motors Co.
Ahead of the curve
K&J Trucking is making effective equipment and technology choices.
MATS roundup
Missed this year’s Mid-America Trucking Show? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with major announcements from the show floor.
Peterbilt introduces vocational Model 567
The all-new vocational Model 567 aluminum cab truck in 121- and 115-in. BBC configurations is now available from Peterbilt Motors Co. The new Peterbilt Model 567 is powered by a PACCAR MX-13 engine with an expanded 500 HP.
Freightliner showcases 122SD model truck
Now the cornerstone of the SD line of Freightliner severe-duty vocational trucks, the new 122SD model has a GVWR of up to 92,000 lbs. and a GCWR up to 160,000 lbs.
Jacobs develops engine brake for Volvo medium-duty diesel
A three-year collaboration between Jacobs Vehicle Systems and Volvo has resulted in an engine brake for the new Volvo 7.7L engine. The Jacobs Engine Brake will be offered as optional equipment and will be available in Europe beginning in early 2013 and then offered on a global basis.
Vehicle maintenance and CSA
The Vehicle Maintenance Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Category (BASIC) is one category in which fleets have a good deal of control over the prevention of violations.