Tyrata demonstrates Drive-Over System for automated tire tread monitoring
Tyrata Inc. highlights new study results of its Drive-Over System (DOS) for automated tire tread monitoring. The DOS, which resembles a speed bump, collects the tire tread depth every time a vehicle passes over it. A recent study with the Durham City Transit Co. demonstrated a 12% efficiency improvement using automated monitoring, directly translating into
IdlePro Extreme 350-, 420 amp alternators offered on Blue Bird rear engine diesel, CNG school buses
Prestolite Electric has been awarded standard position by Blue Bird o supply IdlePro Extreme alternators from Leece-Neville Heavy Duty Systems. Blue Bird All American rear engine (RE) diesel and CNG-powered school buses will be offered with IdlePro Extreme 350- and 420-amp alternators as standard and optional equipment for models utilizing a Cummins 2021 engine. The
Gilbarco Veeder-Root introduces new level 2 electric vehicle charger
Gilbarco Veeder-Root has added to its Amps2Go line of smart Level 2 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations with the new Series F19. According to the company, the Amps2Go Series F19 enables Level 2 charging in ways especially relevant for fleets operating private charging infrastructure. It employs the same rugged design as the Amps2Go Series F7. However, the Amps2Go Series F19 adds additional power output (19.2 kW) capability to better serve school buses and light- to medium-duty fleet trucks. The
Thermo King launches air purification system for public buses
Thermo King has launched a new air purification solution for buses that the company says continuously purifies the air while the bus is in operation. Thermo King says its air purification solution has been independently tested and proven to be 98% effective in deactivating certain viruses, including a surrogate for the virus that causes COVID-19.
PACCAR Parts releases new TRP all-makes grilles
PACCAR Parts is expanding its line of TRP all-makes grilles with two new grilles for trucks and buses. The company says TRP all-makes grilles include mounting hardware and a bug screen. The grilles are made from high-impact resistant plastic that allows them to perform in demanding environments, the company says. TRP all-makes grilles come with
IC Bus, Kajeet partnership to lead to buses with standard comprehensive Wi-Fi solution
IC Bus and Kajeet, a provider of IoT connectivity, software and hardware solutions, have expanded their partnership to make the Kajeet SmartBus hardware and service bundle available to all new and existing buses from IC Bus. The expanded partnership delivers school buses to come standard with a comprehensive Wi-Fi solution including hardware, software, data and
Continental tests prototype tires for electric buses
Continental and VDL Bus & Coach announced that they are jointly developing initial prototype tires for electric buses, which are currently being tested at Continental’s Contidrom proving grounds. VDL Bus & Coach launched its first electric Citea urban bus back in 2013. “As with all electric vehicles, these bus tires are exposed to higher torque
H.K. Truck Center to distribute Lion Electric EV vehicles
Lion Electric (Lion), a manufacturer of zero-emission vehicles, has announced that H.K. Truck Center, a New Jersey-based truck dealership, will distribute, sell and service Lion’s complete lineup of zero-emission buses and trucks in the state. Under the agreement, H.K. Truck Center will serve as the regional dealer for Lion’s portfolio of heavy-duty battery electric vehicles,
Navistar partners with In-Charge Energy to provide charging infrastructure, consulting services
Navistar’s NEXT eMobility Solutions business unit has signed a master services agreement with In-Charge Energy, an energy solutions company based in Los Angeles, California, to provide charging infrastructure and consulting services to Navistar and its electric vehicle customers. Since its launch in October, Navistar says NEXT has focused its eMobility development on a comprehensive “four
Hankook releases SmartCity AU04 for city buses
Hankook Tire has added the SmartCity AU04 tire for city buses to its truck and bus radial (TBR) product portfolio. Hankook says it designed the SmartCity AU04 for durability and even wear with a core structure and compound that is more heat resistant, which allows for enhanced safety, longer service life on city buses and
Hendrickson Steertek NXT available on International MV Trucks, IC Bus CE Series buses
Hendrickson Truck Commercial Vehicle Systems is expanding its Steertek NXT portfolio of fabricated front steer axles to include 10K and 12K capacities for the medium-duty truck and bus segments. These new configurations are now available to order on International MV trucks and IC Bus CE Series buses as optional equipment. Hendrickson says that its design
Navistar announces 2019 Technician Rodeo champions
Navistar Technicians from Arizona, Ontario, Canada and Yumbo, Colombia, finished first place within their category at the 2019 Technician Rodeo. The annual competition, which is hosted at the company’s Woodridge, Illinois, product support center, tests the skills and speed of service of its top technicians throughout its dealer network.
