Diesel fuel’s role in increasing fuel economy standards
The director of research for the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) recently stated he wants a 60 MPG fuel economy standard for passenger cars and light trucks by 2025. According to him, a 60 MPG vehicle would save the owner $1,000 in fuel costs over and above the increased vehicle cost by the time the
TMCSuperTech2010
Jeffrey Schlecht, Omaha TruckCenter, has earned the title of Grand Champion
Permatex Threadlocker holds plastic fasteners in place
The company’s new threadlocker formulation is specially designed for use with plastic fasteners and sets up in 15-45 seconds, so parts can be put back in service without delay. The low strength formula is safe to use on plastic parts and allows fasteners to be removed easily.
APUs provide driver comfort without engines idling
Hypothetically, let’s say you’re manager of a trucking company in Vermont. Capitalizing on the insatiable demand for maple syrup that rages throughout the southeast United States, you maintain a lucrative seasonal business hauling freshly packaged bottles of the sweet treat to Atlanta, Ga., and returning with rolls of carpeting. Each 20-hour leg of the journey
Spec’ing smartly
Apex Logistics is making effective choices that are enhancing the fleet’s safety
Nissan Commercial Vehicle partners with Adrian Steel
Adrian Steel will become an official upfitter for the all-new 2012 Nissan NV commercial van, which is Nissan’s first entry into the North American commercial vehicle market. The catalog of accessories currently under development will include interior shelving systems, ladder racks and other items from Adrian Steel.
Phillips Industries introduces new sliding axle spring kit
The new kits include Phillips Qwik-Snap hose holder with patented scissor design that allows for cable and hose replacement in seconds. The holders are easy to open and close even with gloved hands, and with a positive lock, are strong enough to stay connected at over 80 lbs. of pull force.
New Tiremaax Pro tire inflation system for trailers
Hendrickson Trailer Suspension Systems will launch its Tiremaax Pro the first quarter of 2011. The system continuously monitors and adjusts tire pressure by inflating or deflating tires based on changing environmental conditions, as well as balancing tire pressures at every wheel position. It requires no special tools to adjust tire pressure settings and operates on either 12- or 24-volt electrical systems.
Peterson adds ECK corrosion prevention to safety lighting line
Peterson Manufacturing Co. added Electrolysis Corrosion Kontrol corrosion prevention products to its vehicle safety lighting line. The coating prevents dissimilar metal corrosion of all metals, including stainless steel, aluminum, copper, brass, cold-rolled steel and black oxide. The formulation incorporates zinc powders to create a lasting barrier against the corrosion that occurs between dissimilar metals such as aluminum and steel. This barrier absorbs the energy from any electrochemical reaction, preventing corrosion.
TMCSuperTech2010 competition
One of the best heavy-duty technician competition programs is the Technology & Maintenance Council’s TMCSuperTech2010 competition. This year, it will be held as part of the TMC Fall Meeting Sept. 20-23 at the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, N.C. I again have the honor of joining ASE staffers Kurt Hornicek and Automotive Youth Educational Systems