Peterbilt announces updated engine offerings
Peterbilt Motors Co. has announced updated offerings for the 2019 PACCAR engines. Peterbilt will offer the 2019 model year PACCAR MX-13 with two new ratings: a multi-torque 455 HP with a torque rating of 1,650 to 1,850 lb.-ft. and a 405 HP with 1,650 lb.-ft. of torque. Each update for model year 2019 engines was
Cummins and Zonar partner to offer Cummins Connected Diagnostics with Connected Advisor
Cummins and Zonar have announced that they are offering joint customers Cummins Connected Diagnostics with Connected Advisor, two wireless uptime technologies that are included with Cummins engines. Connected Advisor provides customers with daily and monthly health reports that consist of prioritized, time-based recommendations to distinguish between immediate repair needs and those that can be scheduled
Volvo Trucks expands Remote Programming to include software and parameter updates
All Volvo truck owners in the U.S. and Canada with GHG 2017 Volvo engines equipped with Volvo’s factory-installed connectivity hardware are now eligible for software and parameter updates with Volvo’s Remote Programming, the company announced. Users can perform updates anywhere in the U.S. and Canada where a cellular connection is available, and at the discretion
How GHG regulations will affect transmissions
GHG Phase 2 regulations are coming in 2020, and while engines are the most obviously affected truck part, other components from the transmission to the suspension will be affected too. Fleet Equipment reached out to ask transmission manufacturers how the upcoming standards will affect fleets’ transmission needs. One answer: powertrain integration will become more important
Allison Transmission launches telematics service with Geotab
Allison Transmission is collaborating with Geotab to provide connected capabilities for distribution fleets. “This partnership is the first step on a journey to provide fleets with actionable information to support their fourth- and fifth-generation Allison transmissions,” Indianapolis-based Allison Transmission said in a news release. The partnership will add Allison’s diagnostic codes to Geotab’s web-based software to deliver
Eaton announces four-speed electric vehicle transmission
Eaton has announced a new four-speed transmission for commercial electric vehicles to meet growing demand in bus and delivery segments in Europe and other markets. According to Eaton, the four-speed transmission solves the primary issue related to single-speed (direct-drive) drives: contradictory requirements for high efficiency at top speeds and increased torque at launch and low
Tips for keeping diesel engines running in cold weather
The use of high-quality diesel fuel is critical for optimal equipment performance. If the proper steps are not taken, tanks can become compromised due to fluctuating temperatures and seasonal changes. To prevent microbial growth, fuel instability and wax formation that commonly blocks fuel filters and forms operational issues, it’s critical that fleet owners and operators
Mahle develops new generation of thermally insulating piston coatings
Mahle announced that it has developed a new generation of piston coatings, with the goal of increasing efficiency and minimizing emissions. These coatings are intended to guide and reduce the heat entering the pistons, which initially reduces the demand for piston cooling, and the increased exhaust gas temperature allows a higher quantity of energy to be extracted
LoadHandler Power Products expands range of heavy-duty starter motors
The LoadHandler Power Products family of value- and solutions-driven rotating electrical products now includes L39 gear-reduction and L42 direct-drive heavy duty models. Each 100% new, no-core starter from LoadHandler is designed for reliable performance and to crank faster than alternative replacement models on the market. Each LoadHandler 100% new drop-in replacement product features application-specific technology
Agility Fuel Solutions receives CARB approval for 6.0L natural gas engine
Agility Fuel Solutions has received California Air Resources Board (CARB) certifications for its natural gas-powered engine. The Agility 366NGTM, a General Motors 6.0L engine with an Agility natural gas fuel system, is certified to meet the CARB Optional Low NOx Emissions Standards and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards. Agility also received CARB Heavy-Duty On-Board Diagnostics (HD-OBD)
The background behind diesel particulate filters
During the combustion process, particulates can lead to increased emission problems and negative health effects. As regulatory changes in emission standards aim at reducing the by-products of the emissions process, OEMs have adopted innovative ways of integrating advanced exhaust aftertreatment devices into new vehicles. Over the last decade, on- and off-road diesel engines have started
How manufacturer oil drain intervals are set
There’s a lot of talk in our oil drain interval and used oil analysis story about manufacturer-set oil drain intervals. And you may be wondering: how do they set those intervals, anyway?
