Equipment Technology: Test Drive the evolutionary T660
Despite their associated cost and hassles, the Environmental Protection Agency’s 2007 emissions regulations will, one day, be considered a boon to the trucking industry because they ushered in a host of new heavy-duty truck models that might have otherwise remained mere engineering drawings, at least for a few more years.
Conscious effort
After more than 25 years, Hartt Transportation is still finding new ways to reduce weight and cut fuel costs
Why they stay, why they leave
Although eclipsed by the shortage of over-the-road drivers, many fleets are still having problems attracting andetaining qualified maintenance technicians
The evolutionary T660
Despite their associated cost and hassles, the Environmental Protection Agency’s 2007 emissions regulations will, one day, be considered a boon to the trucking industry because they ushered in a host of new heavy-duty truck models that might have otherwise remained mere engineering drawings, at least for a few more years.
Consider TPMS
With an eye to enhancing operating efficiency as a key strategy to ensure success, if not survival, in the trucking industry, we need to consider new ideas, new technology and different approaches.
Tango’s Eggen finds savings and efficiency with small changes
Tango Transport Inc.’s director of maintenance has cut paperwork and streamlined PMs
Get it right
Drivetrain choices start by understanding the mission of the vehicle
Tango’s Eggen finds savings and efficiency with small changes
Tango Transport Inc.’s director of maintenance has cut paperwork and streamlined PMs
The future is now
As this year draws to an end, let’s talk about the future.
Eaton adds park pawl option to medium-duty UltraShift HV automated transmissions
Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corp. has announced that its automated UltraShift HV (Highway Value) medium-duty transmissions are now available with a new park pawl option that simplifies driving and helps promote safe operation. When the park pawl is engaged, the device securely locks the transmission, and simultaneously the vehicle’s drivetrain and driven wheels, to ensure that the vehicle remains stationary when parked.