Fuel Efficiency: Aluminum wheels, wide base singles
In the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s SmartWay Transport Partnership’s specifications for Class 8 combination vehicles, lighter-weight tractor and trailer components are recommended as potential fuel saving options.
Keep wheels tightened properly
There is no good time for loose truck wheels; never was,don’t expect there will be.
Alcoa offers 14-in. wide base wheels
Outfitting your truck with Alcoa 14-in. wide base wheels in place of dual wheels means you’ll save big on weight, according to the manufacturer – 318 lbs. per axle (when converting from steel dual wheels). That’s up to 1,272 lbs. for the whole rig. Alcoa aluminum 14-in. wide base wheels weigh only 71 lbs. each and are load rated up to 12,800 lbs. But weight isn’t the only reason to choose a wide base configuration.
Kim-Brite offers surface maximizer wheels and heat protection paste
Kimball Midwest’s new “Kim-Brite” surface maximizing wheels combine aggressive surface conditioning with super-fine finishing, eliminating the need for separate operations and reducing downtime, the maker said. They are suitable for use on steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass and non-ferrous metals.
Introduction to the Hunter HD Elite Wheel Balancer
Joe Keene of Babcox Media speaks with Hunter Engineering service rep Rick Marzen on the latest upgrades to the HD Elite Wheel Balancer.
FlowBelow introduces AeroFender device for drag reduction, fuel efficiency improvement
Independent testing found that FlowBelow’s new AeroFender saved 1.49 gallons of fuel for every 1,000 miles driven.
Link redesigns LB20 ramps
Link’s LB20 ramps are 25 pounds lighter, feature spring-assist lift mechanisms, stow at an 8-inch vertical depth and are easier to install.
Isaac Instruments celebrates 25 years
While marking a quarter-century in business, ISAAC instruments is also celebrating 10 years exclusively focused on helping fleets succeed.
The importance of wheel bearing maintenance
The wheel bearings are, quite simply, what keep your wheels turning, and with minimal friction.
PRT Heavy Duty highlights shocks for commercial vehicle applications
Learn to install PRT Heavy Duty’s gas-charged shocks for enhanced driving stability in trucks and buses.
