Meritor FUELite tandem axle saves weight, boosts fuel efficiency
The FUELite tandem axle, the first member of Meritor’s SoloDrive Series axles, is designed for line-haul applications to maximize weight savings and increase fuel efficiency. It delivers nearly 400 lbs. in weight savings and approximately a 2% increase in fuel efficiency when compared to a traditional 6×4 configuration.
Combating fuel costs
While keeping its trailers full, First Choice Transport is making effective choices for equipment and business solutions.
TMD Friction meets requirements of TMC Recommended Practice
TMD Friction’s premium air disc brake pad friction material, Textar T3070, and its premium drum brake lining, Textar T5000, have met the FMVSS 121 dynamometer requirements of TMC’s Recommended Practice #628, “Aftermarket Brake Lining Qualification.”
Testing safety systems on snow and ice
Volvo hosted truck trade press at a safety ride-and-drive event, was planned to test the Volvo enhanced stability technology (VEST) and adaptive cruise control Volvo enhanced cruise (VEC). Here is what we saw as we took to the course. The on-vehicle computers and sensors were put to the test several times on the closed track
CSA: Compliance, safety and accountability
FMCSA’s program, which will likely improve highway safety, is here to stay, and vehicle maintenance plays an important role.
Paying Attention
Carefully considering specifications and maintenance programs is keeping costs down for Restaurant Technologies Inc.
Maintaining fifth wheels
Fifth wheels are almost maintenance-free, but there are a few critical points to keeping them in good shape.
Spec trailers for longevity, not for price
When purchasing new trailers, it’s important to calculate initial costs versus the longevity of the construction process and life of materials.
Favorable indicators for the trucking industry
Over the last several months there have been indications that our industry is finally improving, not the least of which is vehicle OEMs reporting profits and an increase in production.
AXN Heavy Duty selects Brake Safe by Spectra Products
AXN Heavy Duty announced it has selected the Spectra Products Brake Safe system as its preferred solution for visual brake stroke indicators for use in both the OEM and aftermarket channels.