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Freightliner 114SD now available with Cummins X12 engine

The Cummins X12 engine can now be spec’d in the Freightliner 114SD, the companies announced. According to the companies, this combination provides a new option for a wide variety of vocational applications, particularly in segments where weight savings are a key consideration, such as concrete mixers, refuse trucks, dump trucks, auto haulers, and more. “We

Oil drain intervals, OEM recommendations and whether you should extend

Today’s heavy-duty diesel engines are fine-tuned, highly engineered power plants. They’re churning out more power at lower RPMs and using advanced lubrication technology. Manufacturer recommended oil drain intervals (ODI) are equally engineered to provide the best performance, and they’re aggressive. Check out the latest oil drain interval recommendations: Cummins: When operating in the average 5.5

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ACT Research predicts continued growth in 2019

According to the recently released N.A. Commercial Vehicle On-Highway Engine Outlook, published by ACT Research and Rhein Associates, Class 8 production is expected to continue its growth trend into 2019, but changes in demand for straight trucks and tractors will impact the type of diesel engines ordered. “Tractors represented 73% of total Class 8 production

Jasper announces expanded Ford 6R80 transmission product line

Jasper Engines & Transmissions has announced an expansion to its remanufactured Ford 6R80 RWD and 4WD transmission product line. These transmissions are now available for the following medium-duty Ford and Lincoln applications: 2015 RWD F150 (3.5L) 2016-2017 RWD Transit (3.5L) 2015 4WD F150 (3.5L) 2016-2017 RWD Transit (3.7L) 2015 RWD Mustang (3.7L) “Each JASPER remanufactured

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The lowdown on engine components

A growing trend when it comes to engine oil is that many fleets are employing extended oil drain intervals for their trucks. This can be a time- and cost-saving practice, but only if your trucks are in an application that supports extended oil drain intervals. If it does end up being a smart move to go with extended oil drain intervals, know that your filtration system can handle it.

Watch: Let’s talk aftertreatment systems

Aftertreatment systems (ATS) have led to a significant reduction in the emissions pouring from the engine. However, they’ve acquired a reputation as a thorn in fleets’ sides thanks to significant maintenance costs. Engine manufacturers are well aware of this, and newer ATS have been optimized and improved to avoid these kinds of problems. Watch the

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Oil analysis: Is it really all about that base (number)?

Make no mistake: oil analysis is important. “Think of an oil analysis report as receiving a blood work report from your doctor. After all, engine oil is the life blood of any engine,” said Mark Betner, heavy-duty sales manager for Citgo. “The user of oil analysis needs to know what is tested, why it is

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Hot Shot’s Secret introduces Two-Step Oil System Treatment

Hot Shot’s Secret has introduced a new Two-Step Oil System Treatment safe for gas and diesel powered vehicles. When used as directed, the company says that its two-step oil system treatment provides four major benefits: improved power and compression; reduced lifter and valve noise; reduced engine wear; and an increase in fuel economy. The first

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Jacobs delivers one-millionth engine brake for HDEP

Jacobs Vehicle Systems, manufacturer of diesel and natural gas engine retarding systems and valve actuation mechanisms, announced the sale of its one millionth engine brake for Daimler Trucks’ heavy duty engine platform (HDEP). For more than 10 years, Daimler Trucks has relied on the braking performance of the “Jake Brake,” a turbocharged compression release brake

Diesel Technology Forum Statement on the U.S. EPA’s Cleaner Trucks Initiative

The Diesel Technology Forum has issued a statement regarding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s announcement of a new Cleaner Trucks Initiative (CTI). This initiative will include a future rulemaking to establish updated standards which address nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from highway heavy-duty trucks and engines. The full statement reads: The new Cleaner Trucks Initiative announced sets

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Eaton to supply air pump for Achates opposed-piston engine

Eaton announced that it will supply its TVS air pump to manage airflow in the demonstration of the Achates Power two-stroke Opposed-Piston Engine (OP Engine). Eaton’s TVS air pumps currently supply airflow to several Achates OP Engine prototypes, which will gradually transition to a new Eaton TVS air pump currently under development. Fundamental to the

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Chevron Delo awarded Daimler Trucks North America engine factory fill business

Chevron Products Co. maker of the Delo brand of engine oils, lubricants and coolants, announced Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will begin factory filling with Chevron Delo 400 ZFA SAE 10W-30 (FA-4) starting Jan. 1. Beginning Jan. 1, Delo 400 ZFA SAE 10W-30 will be factory filled into all Detroit DD13, DD15 and DD16 engines. Chevron Delo

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