True dedication – A concerted effort by AAA Cooper Transportation and its suppliers improves equipment and maintenance programs
When asked what things have contributed most to the success of equipment and maintenance programs in the nearly 29 years he’s been with AAA Cooper Transportation, Robert Floyd, director of maintenance, is quick to answer. “From our senior management to our newest employees,” he says, “there are many dedicated people, too many to mention, in fact.
Oliver introduces specialty application tread
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. and its subsidiary Oliver Rubber Co. introduced a specialty application tread – the APWs. This new tread features a technologically advanced tread compound called Tri-Cor, the company said.
Five truck trend takeaways from February
We know it’s not easy to keep up with everything that happens in the world of trucking. So here are the biggest stories from February focused on the latest truck trends, all in one place. 5. Trucking data as currency: What is your data worth? Consider this: You’re running a multitude of trucks that are
Proper inflation means peak performance
As a best practice, fleets should utilize a properly calibrated pressure gauge at each wheel position to check tire pressure and adjust as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.
Roadmaster RM230 HH new sizes aimed at severe duty
Cooper Tire and Rubber Co. has added a new size to its Roadmaster RM230 HH tire line to meet the demands of severe-duty applications such as logging and mining. The Roadmaster RM230 HH tire is designed to withstand stone penetration, with 18-ply rating (load range J) construction, tread depth of 22/32-inch, cut and chip resistant
NPTC announces safety award winners
The National Private Truck Council (NPTC) has recognized fleet members who continue to elevate safety performance.
K&R unveils Goodyear retread and repair facility
K&R says the new operation can service tires on commercial trucks, warehouse vehicles, agricultural equipment and more.
Cargo securement tips for International Roadcheck 2023
A brief educational triage to help you refresh your memory on proper cargo securement before International Roadcheck 2023.
The need for speed (and fuel efficiency): Minimizing powertrain choice tradeoffs
The powertrain trade-off has always been: When do you want your fuel efficiency? Or more accurately: At what speeds? With increasing fast axle ratios enabled by downspeeding, there has always been talk of the operational “sweet spot”–that magical RPM, MPH balance that wasn’t burning too much fuel, but wasn’t underpowered. Just right. The reality is
SAF-Holland details development of TRAKr e-axle for reefer applications
SAF-Holland has begun the market and product development phase of its trailer electric axles on real-world transportation applications for North America. The SAF TRAKr (or recuperative axle) is currently undergoing intensive testing around the world–with positive initial user experiences, the company noted during a press conference held during TMC 2022. First presented at the 2018
