Giti launches commercial tire line for North America
Giti Tire USA announced that it is launching the Giti brand of commercial truck tires in North America, with a lineup including long haul, regional, urban/light-duty and mixed-service applications. “We are very excited to be launching the Giti brand of commercial truck tires in the U.S. and Canada. Having our own R&D Center in South
Buying used trailers: What to look for and ask about
The current freight environment is booming and remains favorable for carriers. New dry van trailer builds, however, are booked nearly through the end of the year, which presents a challenge for growing fleets that want to add hauling equipment to their arsenal. Outside of tightening up your operational efficiency, buying a used dry van trailer
Buying used trailers: Flatbeds, unique trailer applications
Adding a used vocational trailer such as a flatbed, drop deck or dump trailers to your fleet requires different considerations compared with dry vans. “The most important thing for fleet managers is that they take the time required to do the due diligence when purchasing any piece of used equipment,” stressed Mark Sabol, director of
‘From first mile to last mile’: is it time to expand into new applications?
The trucking industry is experiencing a boom with no end in short-term sight. The latest report from FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index—which tracks changes in U.S. truck market conditions, including freight volumes, freight rates, fleet capacity, fuel price and financing—is that the y/y Index remains more than triple the 2017 reading of 2.97. The current
3M introduces window bonding adhesive sealant
The 3M Polyurethane Window Bonder Adhesive Sealant 595 offers a new chemistry chemistry that is developed with high green strength, rapid curing and lower VOCs to help meet the changing environmental and operational needs of today’s manufacturers, the company stated. 3M noted that its Polyurethane Window Bonder Adhesive Sealant 595 is the first in its
Gypsum Express fields trucks designed for maximum payload, reliability
With its recent move into bulk materials hauling, Gypsum Express is expanding the size and the scope of its operations. “Our expertise is in the flatbed market, so when we decided to start a bulk division we needed to learn about equipment for that type of operation,” says Larry Wight, vice president of the bulk
A Q&A with Shell’s Chris Guerrero and Bob Mainwaring on the Starship truck
The Starship truck from Shell, unveiled earlier this year, is intended as a conversation piece. When talking with Shell about why they built this futuristic vehicle, which is built to maximize freight ton efficiency using technologies that are available today, the term often thrown around is that the truck is a “thought leadership paper on
JS Products introduces Steelman Pro Half Size Flip Socket set
JS Products highlights the Steelman Pro 60443 5PC Half Size Flip Socket set, which four common half sizes for damaged or distorted caps and a knock out bar. The ½-in. drive impact flip style sockets are for use with extended anvil impact wrenches or with a ½-in. drive impact extension, the company says. The half
Buying used trailers: Focus on trailer flooring
Taking a close look at the condition of the trailer floor should be one of your top must-do line items when buying a used trailer. “It will tell the potential owner about how the trailer was used and maintained,” said John Carr, vice president of sales and marketing for Havco Wood Products. “Important factors are
Detroit Connect expands truck data reporting capabilities
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced the introduction of two new connectivity services into its Detroit Connect portfolio – Detroit Connect Direct and a wireless in-cab device connection. Exclusive to the new Freightliner Cascadia spec’d with Detroit engines, these new services will expand communication and reporting capabilities and provide deeper insights for customers, the company
