Detroit, Bosch celebrate 10 year anniversary of North America Fuel Systems Remanufacturing
North America Fuel Systems Remanufacturing LLC (NAFSR) celebrated its 10-year anniversary recently. NAFSR is a joint venture between Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing and Bosch that produces remanufactured fuel products for heavy-duty trucks. The product portfolio includes wide range of fuel system products that meet original equipment specifications. “The partnership represents the essence of collaboration. With Detroit Diesel
Bosch introduces HDS 250 heavy-duty scan tool
Bosch has introduced the new HDS 250 heavy-duty scan tool kit designed to read, diagnose and clear heavy-duty standard trouble codes for Class 4-8 vehicles, which is available now. According to Bosch, the new scan tool works on 12V and 24V systems to cover most medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicles, includes 16-pin J1962, 9-pin Deutsch and
The fuel of the future? How hydrogen trucks could get their infrastructure
Many alternative energies are exciting to dream about, but you go crashing back to reality when confronted with one word: infrastructure. The “how” of putting together a network of charging stations for electric cars and trucks or hydrogen fueling stations is always much more difficult than the “how” of making those trucks available in the
Bosch announces new Battery Tester with integrated printer
Bosch has introduced the new BAT 135 battery tester with integrated printer, now available in North America. The integrated printer is designed to capture test results for customer records such as presenting the state of health and state of charge percentage of the batteries to ensure optimal efficiency and usage, the company explained. Using a
Bosch showcases Servotwin steering system
Bosch’s Servotwin steering system for heavy-duty trucks is built on the combination of the RB-Servocom recirculating ball-gear power steering system with an electronic control unit. The system offers a speed-based steering assistance with active return and various driver assistance functions for automated driving. Watch below as Bosch showcases this advanced steering system at its Proving
Bosch showcases mirror camera system
Bosch showcased its mirror camera system, which pairs a mirror and camera on heavy-duty trucks to comply with regulations while providing the widest possible view of the road. A small 50-in. mirror is paired with a camera that provides a dual view inside of the vehicle with two 15-in. screens that show the camera’s view,
Bosch highlights HEPA Cabin Air Filters
Bosch highlights its line of High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) Cabin Air Filters with triple-layer construction. The filters feature a melt-blown electrostatic HEPA layer of dense media that traps more microscopic particles of dust, allergens and pollutants than non-HEPA filters, Bosch says, providing cleaner air for passengers inside the vehicle and protecting the components of
Power source: The importance of axles in hybrid and electric trucks
Electrification is the story of the year in the trucking world. From Cummins to Fuso to Chanje to Tesla, serious moves were made by various OEMs to begin the process of bringing what was previously a theoretical concept to the real world. No one can deny that electrification is coming. With new priorities for OEMs
Bosch highlights ESI[truck] scan tool
Bosch highlights ESI[truck], a scan tool covering all major heavy-duty truck, medium-duty truck, engine, transmission, and brake system combinations with diagnostics and embedded repair information. HD Diagnostics coverage includes Freightliner, International, Kenworth, Mack, Volvo, Peterbilt, Sterling, Western Star, MD Trucks, Sprinter Van, Isuzu, GM and Ford. Engine coverage includes Caterpillar, Cummins, Detroit Diesel-MBE, Deutz, MTU,
NACV day 3: News from the show floor
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Nikola, Bosch team up to develop electric truck powertrain
Nikola Motor Co. announced plans to bring the Nikola One and Two, a class 8 hydrogen-electric truck lineup, to market by 2021. According to Nikola, the truck will deliver more than 1,000 horsepower and 2,000 ft./lbs. of torque all with “zero local emissions.” At the heart of the Nikola truck lineup is a new commercial
Bosch introduces the HDS 200 heavy-duty scan tool
Bosch has announced the new HDS 200 heavy-duty scan tool for technicians working on Class 4 to 8 trucks. The HDS 200 is a ruggedized and durable tool with a color display to read and clear diagnostic trouble codes. The tool displays and graphs live data from SAE standard MIDS/PIDS along with on-screen definitions of
