Daimler Trucks NA names chief engineer of chassis, vocational engineering
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) has appointed Tracy Mack-Askew to the position of chief engineer, chassis and vocational engineering, effective immediately. In her new role, Mack-Askew will lead the development of solutions for DTNA customers in diesel powertrain technologies, and support the transition to electrical propulsion solutions in chassis and vocational products. Mack-Askew has over
Hendrickson launches Haulmaax EX rubber suspension on International HX Series
Hendrickson Truck Commercial Vehicle Systems has partnered with Navistar to offer Haulmaax EX as a part of the chassis enhancements of the International HX. With the updated vehicle’s release, Hendrickson will be launching its next-generation, heavy-duty rubber suspension Haulmaax EX as the standard rubber suspension offering. The company says the Haulmaax EX suspension is optimized
The chassis as driver retention equipment
Manufacturers agree: Keeping drivers comfortable and engaged in their work means fleet managers should concentrate on the foundation of the truck—and that means spec’ing the chassis to keep drivers happy. “We have found that fatigue plays a huge part in keeping drivers or operators engaged while on the job,” says Ryan Breezee, Kenworth vocational marketing
Designing a vocational frame to stand up to heavy vocational demands
At the end of September, Western Star introduced its new 49X vocational truck built from the ground up—and that included re-thinking the chassis. According to Samantha Parlier, DTNA’s vice president of vocational market development, the truck is underpinned by a stronger, lighter chassis and equipped with a new X-series cab. She says the design of
Five truck trend takeaways from October
Here are the biggest stories from October focused on the latest truck trends, all in one place.
TRP releases new all-makes hood program
TRP has added TRP Hoods to its line of all-makes collision parts. TRP says its hoods cover a range of makes and models, with over 70 different part numbers available. According to TRP, all hoods are manufactured with a 2.3 to 1 fiberglass ratio and come with a white gelcoat finish that is ready to
The secrets to spec’ing your next vocational truck chassis
If you have ever found yourself with your hands on your knees, nose three inches from a model ship in a glass bottle, you have no doubt silently contemplated the same question everyone else has in this position – how did they possibly build that? It begins with preparation. As each combination of ship, bottle
The test of time: Why durability drives success
What does it take to face down uncertainty? To diversify and stay on top of the industry’s ebb and flow? It’s equal parts ideas and vision mixed with a hefty helping of grit; durability to weather the oncoming storm. To learn more about Minimizer’s approach to delivering on its product promises even in the toughest
Fitting cab and chassis designs to the needs of vocational trucks
OEM designs and resources are making upfitting easier than ever for vocational truck operators.
Phillips Connect Technologies enters preferred partner agreement with CIE Manufacturing
Phillips Connect Technologies (PCT) has formalized a preferred partner agreement with CIE Manufacturing (CIEM), under which the two companies will partner to deliver the “highest quality OEM chassis with the best-in-class telematics solutions, offering end users intermodal chassis that fully meet today’s demanding logistics and operational environment,” according to PCT. As part of the agreement,
Making upfitting easier in medium-duty applications
Trucking companies are working to improve the total cost of ownership by focusing on making upfitting easier for truck equipment manufacturers.
That tingling sensation: How driver discomfort can reveal areas of the truck in need of maintenance
The driver climbs out of the cab, rubbing a leg when dropping the truck off for regular service. “How’s your day going?” you ask. “Great!” the driver responds, “Except for my leg going to sleep.” “Yeah, I hate it when that happens,” you respond. The conversation goes on as you and the driver discuss the
