Engine overhaul: Good maintenance, high-quality components support engine life
While following manufacturers’ recommended maintenance procedures will ensure the longest possible life of a fleet’s engines, eventually there may come a time when an overhaul is necessary. Particularly, as fleets strive to maximize uptime and equipment life, reman engines—which are rebuilt from the bottom up according to very stringent guidelines—are becoming more popular. Working with truck
Electronic inspection technology can increase compliance ROI
A white paper from Drivewyze that details the benefits of new transponder technology and the challenges impacting FMCSA and state enforcement agency efforts to improve highway safety is now available from the company. According to Brian Heath, chief executive officer of Drivewyze, there are 4.5 million trucks required to report to weigh stations across North
Phillips makes Permalogic available for more applications
The Permalogic Selector System from Phillips Industries can now be included in the Phillips i-BOX housing and as a component of the company’s new STA-DRY S7 swivel electrical socket recently introduced for tractor-trailer combinations operating in tight maneuvering environments. Developed for refrigerated freight carriers with heavy cycle lift gates, the i-BOX housing has two thirds
Trucking Moves America Forward fundraising effort underway
A fundraising effort for an industry-wide movement, centered on creating a positive image with policymakers and the general public, has been launched by the Allied Committee for Transportation (ACT 1). The campaign, called Trucking Moves America, initially includes creative materials, messaging, and social media links focused on how trucking technology has a positive impact on
Onspot offers Hino chassis kit, new web site, training solenoid information
Onspot Automatic Chains has announced an automatic tire chain kit (Model 04612LCA8) for the Hino 258 chassis. The chassis, which is popular for flatbed wreckers, is often used on ice-covered roads to recovers vehicles. The Onspot website now contains videos, parts books, service manuals, frequently asked questions, brochures, VSI measurement sheets and Regional Manager contacts.
Webasto releases independent test results
Showing that pre-heated engines reduce emissions and improve performance of Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) is an Independent Emissions Testing Lab report on the Webasto Thermo Top C 5 Kw coolant heater. Test engines were set at 40 degrees Fahrenheit and 75 degrees Fahrenheit during separate test runs using an AC transient engine dynamometer to measure
Thermo King launches Precedent temperature control platform
Designed as a regulation-compliant solution, the new Thermo King Precedent rail-ready temperature control platform is available for intermodal shippers. Precedent features a platform for the rail market designed to be fully compliant with new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Tier IV final regulations. Models include the S-600, a greater-than-25 HP single temperature unit, which is considered
GE Capital Fleet Services launches on-site and mobile maintenance support
Truck and specialty equipment fleet customers of GE Capital Fleet Services, through an agreement with Amerit Fleet Solutions, a provider of contract vehicle maintenance, can now take advantage of two new nationwide offerings through GE’s TruckVantage fleet management service. TruckVantage’s On-site Maintenance program brings technicians into customer shops to provide on-site fleet maintenance and oversight.
Newmar recognizes Freightliner Customer Chassis Corp.
At its annual vendor appreciation ceremony, Newmar Corp. recognized Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) with its Virgil Miller Award of Excellence, the highest honor it bestows on vendors each year. FCCC took top honors among a group of select vendors at the event that were being recognized for outstanding performance in supplying the luxury RV
Ram Commercial confirms new small van
The Ram Commercial Truck division has announced it will offer an all-new small van for the North American market. Joining the larger Ram ProMaster, the 2015 Ram ProMaster City small commercial and passenger van is based on the Fiat Doblo and will feature Ram Truck styling and North American powertrains. “The Ram ProMaster City further