SAF-Holland introduces the CBX40 AeroBeam sliding air suspension system
SAF-Holland has introduced the new CBX40 AeroBeam sliding tandem axle air suspension. Designed for greater fleet efficiency, the SAF CBX40 AeroBeam Slider Suspension has a base weight of 1,267 lbs., 85 lbs. lighter overall than the previous generation CBX40 and 27 lbs. lighter than the nearest competitive slider suspension, the company said. Per Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Phase 2 legislation, the
Navistar and Meritor agree to co-brand Fleetrite brake shoe offering
Navistar and Meritor have announced an agreement to co-brand Premium Brake Shoe Kits offered through the Fleetrite heavy-duty parts brand. The agreement covers approximately 50 part numbers that will be labeled Fleetrite Manufactured by Meritor. RELATED: Climb inside the new International LT Series by perusing through this photo gallery. “This agreement demonstrates our continued partnership
Navistar launches Core Advantage program
Navistar has announced the launch of the Core Advantage Program, which the company says will help fleet owners reduce their overall costs by helping them to manage their core and remanufacturing activity through new tools like the Navistar proprietary software Core Management System (CMS). Cores are used or failed parts that have been returned by
Rotary Lift offers retrofit options for old heavy-duty inground lifts
Rotary Lift offers three affordable retrofit options to install a new certified lift in an existing pit. According to the company, these retrofit options are offered for repair shops looking for an affordable option to upgrade heavy-duty inground lifts that are 20 to 40 years old. Rotary Lift’s 70Q, MOD30 and MOD35 heavy-duty inground lifts are available as direct
Global innovations & megatrends: A look at fully electric and connected vans
At the recent IAA International Commercial Vehicle Show in Hannover, Germany, the focus was on future megatrends, which included fully electric vehicles, digitalization for e-mobility and connectivity. I got a look at a concept city deliver van— the nearly completely integrated Vision Van (pictured above)—which optimizes many levels of connectivity, and the all-electric and networked
Bendix Brakes brand Fleet MetLok product line relaunched
MAT Holdings, Inc. announces the relaunch of the Bendix Brakes brand Fleet MetLok product line of automotive disc brake pads and rotors designed specifically for use in severe-duty applications, as well as service and pursuit vehicles. According to the company, the Fleet MetLok product line has been enhanced to provide even better friction performance and
How remote diagnostics stay on top of service issues
While OEMs will share their proprietary service data through Right to Repair, they have also continued to develop their respective remote diagnostics offerings to better diagnose a truck’s problems. In fact, Remote diagnostic systems are now offered in some form by all the major truck and engine OEMs. These systems collect diagnostic data on the
Bendix releases air disc brake designed for trailers
Bendix has announced the release of the ADB22X-LT air disc brake designed specifically for trailers. Bendix unveiled the ADB22X-LT in conjunction with Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co., the first builder to offer the new brake. “In the decade since Bendix introduced the first air disc brake to the North American commercial vehicle market, we’ve had many customers
Winterization warrior: Battle the elements with these equipment solutions
The blistering dog days of summer burn off into crisp, cool nights. A chill creeps down your spine when you leave for work without a jacket. The air smolders with the smell of burning leaves and the trees reflect a kaleidoscope of color as your productive rigs roll down the road. You know what’s coming.
How Pan American Express carefully chooses equipment, operational practices
While NAFTA, the 1993 trade deal linking the United States, Canada and Mexico, has become a political issue in this election year, politicians and trucking industry observers alike need to look no further than to Pan American Express Inc. (Panamex) to see how cross-border trade can provide jobs and an economic boost. The motor carrier,