Daimler opens manufacturing plant in Chennai
After two years of construction, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, a wholly-owned Daimler subsidiary, has opened its new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Oragadam-Chennai, India. The plant is one of only three Daimler truck plants worldwide to combine truck assembly and components production at one location.
It’s truly a global marketplace
Every truck maker in this country has a presence in the world market and shares successful vehicle technologies across its product lines and markets.
Getting the most of heavy-duty engine lubricants, oil filters
Ensuring that engine lubricants provide their intended value begins with only using approved oils and filters – and following recommended practices.
Sprinter vans offer complete package
The success of the Sprinter commercial van has been attributed to its practical design, cargo capacity and low operating costs.
Shell Rotella T synthetic 5W-40 CJ-4 motor oil offers improved engine protection, provides enhanced fuel efficiency
Shell Lubricants has introduced Shell Rotella T Synthetic 5W-40 heavy-duty motor oil, which meets or exceeds API CJ-4 specifications. The motor oil is said to offer significant improvements in wear protection, soot control, deposit control, heat resistance and protection in extreme climates. Shell Rotella T Synthetic 5W-40 can also provide enhanced fuel economy versus conventional 15W-40 motor oils.
Bullseye: Sterling trucks on target
Early indications are that Sterling Truck Corp.’s Bullet and 360 models are right on target.
The future is now
As this year draws to an end, let’s talk about the future.
Detroit Diesel DD15 unveiled
After nearly five years and $1.5 billion in development, the new heavy-duty Detroit Diesel DD15 engine was introduced last week at the Detroit Diesel plant. The DD15 displaces 14.8L, and is a 6-cylinder, in-line design. It is intended for all heavy-duty, North American truck and coach applications, and features improved fuel economy and enhanced performance, the maker says.
Freightliner supports Customer Demonstration Vehicles equipped with MBE engines
Freightliner LLC announced it has initiated and is supporting a Customer Demonstration Program for dozens of heavy- and medium-duty trucks equipped with Mercedes-Benz (MBE) 4000 and 900 engines.
Freightliner Custom Chassis expands engine offering
Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp.’s (FCCC) offering of the Mercedes-Benz MBE 926 continues to grow.