2.5 million miles with Horton Roller Bushings
Since John Fitzgerald replaced his OEM spring pins and bushings with Horton Roller Bushings in 1993, he has put 2.5 million miles on his 1989 Peterbilt 379. According to Horton, the roller bushings alleviate frequent repairs and vehicle downtime, and eliminate seized pins and front-wheel hop.
Trailer skirts for improved fuel economy
As you drive along the interstates you’ve no doubt seen more and more trailers equipped with side skirts to improve aerodynamics and fuel efficiency. The relatively new devices are catching on quick. Highlighting the trend is a recent announcement by Interstate Distributors—that it’s in the midst of installing 2,000-plus side skirts, the cost partially offset
TRP introduces windshield glass products
TRP Aftermarket Parts’ new line of glass for all makes of Class 6, 7 and 8 trucks and tractors are manufactured and tested to OEM specifications to ensure optimal quality, safety, surface contour and fit for each windshield. Products can be purchased from all TRP authorized retailers.
LEDs as headlights: a possibility?
Although white LEDs are still too expensive to be used for forward lighting, that situation will soon be changing.
Bose Ride system now available for individual purchase
Individual owner-operators and small fleets can now purchase the Bose Ride system from the first five installation sites across the country. The Bose Ride system replaces a conventional air-ride truck seat with a Bose suspension base and an integrated, custom-designed seat top. It provides over-the-road truckers with an unprecedented level of protection from road-induced shocks and vibration.
VIPAR Heavy Duty gains strong presence in West Central Florida
Fleet Products, a diversified distributor of heavy-duty replacement parts in west central Florida, is the newest stockholder to join the VIPAR Heavy Duty network of distributors. The company, which began in 1985 with a single location in Tampa, has seen steady growth with additional locations in Clearwater in 1998 and Lakeland in 2003.
SAF-Holland introduces new Atlas and Classic series landing gear
The new Atlas and Classic series landing gear from SAF-Holland integrate market-accepted features and technologies from former Binkley, Austin-Westran and Holland products. Atlas series models feature a three-gear constant mesh gearbox, as well as FloatingNut and Twin-Bulkhead design, while the economical Classic Series has a two-shaft constant mesh gearbox design and lower capacity ratings to meet the market demand for value performance.
Reda Lock Guard offers protection from snow, ice, salt and road grime
The Reda Lock Guard provides a way of protecting external hockey-puck padlocks from snow, ice, salt and basic road grime, according to its maker.
The lock guard goes on over the hockey-puck padlock and attaches itself with five very strong rare earth magnets. Simply pull it off and let it hang by its attached cable or slap it on the panel of the steel van door. When you are done in the van, simply put it back over the lock.
AERO CLAD bumper launched for Volvo VNL 2003 and newer trucks
Hendrickson Bumper and Trim unveiled its AERO CLAD bumper with air dam for 2003 and newer Volvo VNL on-highway trucks. According to the company, this bumper comes as part of an optional factory-installed metal bumper package on VNL trucks and also is available for retrofits exclusively through Volvo and Mack dealers.
Koneta Spraydown splashguard system offers fuel-saving technology with advanced spray control
The Spraydown system replaces traditional mud flap spray diffusion with functional airflow management, according to exclusive North American distributor, Koneta Inc. One benefit of the product’s air and water separation is improved driver safety through spray reduction, the company explained. Decreased fuel consumption, lowering fleets’ costs as well as their carbon footprint, is another benefit.
Rain-X introduces heavy-duty wiper blades
Rain-X recently introduced a heavy-duty windshield wiper blade designed to withstand demanding weather conditions. “In recent surveys, we found that 46% of truckers know and trust Rain-X products,” said Harley Johnson, Rain-X Group Brand Manager, “With the current trust and loyalty truckers have shown us, we are excited to bring the premium quality, durability and visibility that truckers have come to expect from the Rain-X Original Glass Treatment, into a specific application for the heavy-duty trucking sector.”
Buying replacement parts
When buying replacement parts, six market trends have emerged, which are impacting the dynamic commercial vehicle aftermarket.