Freightliner Custom Chassis, Clean Energy Fuels, Green Alternative Systems partner on CNG chassis
Freightliner Custom Chassis (FCCC), Clean Energy Fuels Corp. and Green Alternative Systems (GAS) have partnered to provide an OEM CNG fueling system on FCCC’s CNG MT-45/55 chassis. The chassis is used in the linen and uniform, parcel and home delivery, vending and food service, baking and snack delivery, and school bus industries. Green Alternative Systems
Link debuts electronic air kit for UltraRide suspension
Link Manufacturing Ltd. introduced an improved compact Integrated Electronic Air Kit for its UltraRide chassis air suspension system. The UltraRide is designed to improve the ride and handling of light- and medium-duty work trucks, buses and emergency service vehicles, according to Link. The newly introduced small air kit’s footprint – less than 2-ft. of frame
ATP Automotive releases remanufactured front differentials
ATP Automotive’s fully remanufactured front differentials for GM trucks offer an alternative to bench rebuilding the unit or buying used. “ATP Automotive is the industry’s choice for precision remanufactured front differentials for GM trucks,” said Luke Perkowski, director of marketing and product management for ATP Inc. “Our front differentials are carefully inspected and totally reconditioned
New SuperSprings International videos provide answers to suspension questions
SuperSprings International created a new video series for customers who are looking for product details and installation advice, but are short on time. Its SuperMinute videos cover a variety of topics in 60 seconds or less. “Streaming video makes it easy to connect with customers and show them how our suspension-enhancing products work,” said Mike
Peterbilt Model 220 offers optional clear frame rail package
Peterbilt’s medium-duty Model 220 can now be spec’d with a clear frame rail package that provides up to 10 in. of additional frame rail space versus the previous clear frame rail package, Peterbilt Motors Co. recently announced. “This new option is ideal for customers in applications such as beverage delivery, street sweeping and striping and
Detroit announces new medium-duty engines
Photo caption: Martin Daum (center), president and chief executive officer of Daimler Trucks of North America, announced the Detroit DD5 and DD8 medium-duty engines. Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced that it will offer Detroit medium-duty engines beginning in 2016. The new engines, branded the Detroit DD5 and DD8, will allow DTNA to further expand
Knapheide releases full lineup of 2015 Ford Transit bodies
The Knapheide Manufacturing Co. has developed a full line-up of bodies for the 2015 Ford Transit cutaway and cab chassis. The selection includes enclosed utility body (KUV) and service body, along with Knapheide’s Value-Master X platform body. The KUV features externally accessible secure storage compartments with an oversized enclosed cargo area and conduit chutes. A
Fleetline adds polyethylene refuse fender to product offerings
Fleetline has introduced the latest addition to the company’s product offering: A high density polyethylene refuse fender. The fenders are constructed of high-density polyethylene and are corrosion and UV-resistant. The company states that by using a two or three piece design, the fenders can accommodate tandem or tri-axle applications. This poly fender carries a three-year warranty.
Freightliner Custom Chassis delivers first S2G field-test unit
Freightliner Custom Chassis delivered the first field-test unit of its innovative, propane-autogas S2G work truck as the product enters the final phase before start of production later this year. Freightliner Custom Chassis delivered the S2G unit to representatives from Amerigas at the headquarters of project partner Powertrain Integration in Madison Heights, Mich. In addition to
Meritor launches P600 Series heavy-haul planetary axles
Meritor Inc. announced the introduction of the P600 Series planetary axles, including the P610 and P614, and will showcase them during the ConExpo tradeshow in Las Vegas. These two planetary axles are engineered for heavy-haul, oil field, logging and mining applications globally and are ready for production. The P610 and P614 axles, available in tandem
Spec’ing work trucks
“Fleet managers know that well-designed equipment enhances productivity,” says Robert Johnson, a former fleet manager who currently serves as director of fleet relations for the NTEA. “Your objective when designing a work truck is to optimize the vehicle to achieve the best overall return for each dollar spent, but common mistakes can jeopardize your results.
Viable ideas: Cab-over-engine new technologies
Hino has its eye on new technologies for medium-duty trucks as cab-over-engines (COEs) continue to meet market needs.
