Workhorse enters new category with 16,000-pound chassis
Workhorse Custom Chassis has entered a new market with the introduction of a 16,000-pound GVWR version of its new W42 chassis.
Velociti helps GE with fast VeriWise deployment
When GE needed help fulfilling its largest VeriWise trailer tracking order (with Wal-Mart, for 46,000 units), it turned to the mobile installation and deployment specialists at Velociti Inc.
Thermo King IPP protects refrigeration units
Thermo King launched its Intermodal Protection Package to protect refrigeration units from damage during intermodal shipment by truck and rail.
Spring Time Spec suspension for trouble-free performance
Sure, today’s heavy-duty suspension systems are fairly trouble free. But, any suspension system, whether on a truck, tractor, dolly or trailer, is going to give you trouble if you try using it outside its design parameters or simply ignore routine maintenance.
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.
Shop Productivity – Air & Lube Systems
If improving the productivity and efficiency of maintenance operations is an important part of any fleet manager’s job, one key to meeting this challenge is closely considering specifications for shop air and lubricant systems.
Hear problems before they become breakdowns
Tracer Products introduced the Tracerline Marksman ultrasonic diagnostic tool, an accurate instrument that converts and amplifies inaudible ultrasonic sound into audible “natural” sound, the company said.
International debuts new 2007 engine
International Truck and Engine Corp. a maker of mid-range diesel engines, unveiled a new global brand for its 2007 on-highway automotive engines.
New Meritor brake package introduced
ArvinMeritor announced the availability of the Meritor Severe Service Q Plus heavy-duty brake system for vehicles that operate in harsh or rugged environments.
Shell introduces Donax TX
Shell Lubricants introduced Shell Donax TX, a heavy-duty, semi-synthetic automatic transmission fluid, designed for use in Allison heavy-duty automatic transmissions and those of other heavy-duty transmission manufacturers.