Meritor FUELite tandem axle saves weight, boosts fuel efficiency
The FUELite tandem axle, the first member of Meritor’s SoloDrive Series axles, is designed for line-haul applications to maximize weight savings and increase fuel efficiency. It delivers nearly 400 lbs. in weight savings and approximately a 2% increase in fuel efficiency when compared to a traditional 6×4 configuration.
DTNA adds Detroit axles to integrated powertrain portfolio
Daimler Trucks North America’s Detroit axles are now available to order for Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Thomas Built Bus and Freightliner Custom Chassis vehicles. The line include a wide range of configuration options and compatibility with all braking systems offered by Daimler Trucks.
Testing safety systems on snow and ice
Volvo hosted truck trade press at a safety ride-and-drive event, was planned to test the Volvo enhanced stability technology (VEST) and adaptive cruise control Volvo enhanced cruise (VEC). Here is what we saw as we took to the course. The on-vehicle computers and sensors were put to the test several times on the closed track
More than 100,000 Meritor 14X tandem drive axles sold
Meritor has equipped trucks with more than 100,000 14X tandem drive axles since the product’s launch less than two years ago. The company added its 14X axle handles up to 2,050 ft.-lbs. of torque and provides fleets with reduced maintenance and downtime.
Hendrickson, AxleTech get Navistar Defense contract
Hendrickson and AxleTech International will equip 2,717 International MaxxPro Long Wheel Base Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicles with independent suspension systems.
Ridewell releases new disc brake axle
The company’s new axle is available with WABCO PAN 22 air disc brakes and features a 5-in. diameter axle and 0.59-in. wall; parallel spindle; and a hub piloted, 11.25-in. diameter bolt circle long stud for aluminum wheels.
Meritor adds MTA25, MTA30 to trailer suspension series
The new MTA25 (25,000-lb. capacity) and MTA30 (30,000-lb. capacity) suspensions are durable and lightweight, and have a unique, patent-pending axle wrap design for a secure and durable axle connection. They also offer larger, more robust shock absorbers that are specifically tuned to the MTA suspension with three times the damping power of competitors, the company said.
Hendrickson introduces Watertown Spring and Alignment service
Watertown Spring and Alignment Service is the newest member of the Hendrickson Pro-Genuine network, an affiliate program that connects Hendrickson to the independent service network. It focuses on marketing tools, technical training and promotions that reward members for their loyalty.
Moog catalog highlights medium- and heavy-duty applications
The 2011 Moog Commercial Vehicle Master Chassis Catalog features hundreds of new premium-quality replacement components for millions of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. The product line includes alignment wedges, drag links, king pin sets, steering stabilizers, tandem alignment shims and tie rod ends.
Western Star introduces two new suspension options
The company’s Neway 60,000-lb. capacity AD 260 Tandem air suspension system is available for all Western Star truck models utilizing Dana D60-190 axles, while its 40,000-lb. TufTrac All Wheel Drive high-performance vocational suspension is also available as an option for the Western Star 4800 with 40,000-lb. axles.
Hutch 440 designed for dump trailer applications
Hutchens Industries said its Hutch 440 Single Point Suspensions optimally perform over tough terrain and in intense operating conditions, as well as general over-the-road applications, come standard with 38-in. spring centers, and have a unit weight capacity rating of 44,000 lbs.
SAF-Holland opens aftermarket distribution center
The company’s new Aftermarket Parts Distribution Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, will supply replacement parts to SAF-Holland distribution centers and customers throughout the U.S., Mexico and Canada. The center stocks over 3,000 different parts, assemblies and service kits and employs 11 service personnel.