ATS Chemical highlights 3C Intelligent induction cleaner
ATS Chemical highlights its 3C Intelligent induction cleaner, which the company says removes heavy carbon deposits from the gasoline based internal combustion engine. The 3C microprocessor is programmed with a run profile that commands the 3C chemical to be delivered into the gasoline-based induction system where it can best reach all carbon sites within the
Detecting tricky transmission leaks
Have you ever worked on a transmission leak only to discover the fluid was coming from another part of the engine? If so, you’re not alone. Here are some tips for tracking down the true source of those fluid leaks. Transmissions have a way of getting the rap for sloppy neighbors. We all know that
Autocar to offer Cummins X12 engine
Cummins Inc. announced that starting in the fourth quarter of this year, Autocar, an American manufacturer of severe-duty, cab-over-engine vocational trucks, will introduce the X12 in its ACX(r) model. “With its best-in-class power-to-weight ratio, Cummins believes that the X12 engine will be well suited to address the needs of the refuse market as well as
Denso expands PowerEdge line of diesel aftertreatment products
Denso Products and Services Americas has expanded its PowerEdge line of diesel aftertreatment replacement filters to cover light- and medium-duty trucks. Originally launched for the heavy-duty aftermarket, the PowerEdge line of diesel particulate filters (DPFs) and diesel oxidation catalysts (DOCs) now covers millions of light- and medium-duty Ford, GM, Sprinter, Dodge and Ram trucks. Installation
Over-the-air reprogramming from a fleet’s perspective
During the 2018 Technology and Maintenance Council Annual Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibit, Volvo Trucks put Jason Plumlee, director of maintenance for Saia, center stage to talk about his experience with remote updates. “Unscheduled down time is very disruptive to our operation,” Plumlee said. “We dual-purpose our tractors, and so our opportunity for scheduled maintenance
Over-the-air engine reprogramming: How it works
The over-the-air updating process varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Here’s an at-a-glance look at how the process works for each of them.
Over-the-air engine reprogramming: What it is and why you should care
You’ve read the headline, so let’s get right down to business. The majority of heavy-duty engine manufacturers, namely Cummins, Detroit, International and Volvo Trucks, have rolled out over-the-air (OTA) engine reprogramming this year, giving you the power to update your 2017 model year and newer engines wherever your trucks are on the road (provided there
Kenworth T680 now available with PACCAR MX-11 engine, PACCAR transmission
The Kenworth T680 is now available for order with the combination of the PACCAR MX-11 engine and the new PACCAR Automated Transmission, which is designed for linehaul and regional haul applications up to 110,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight. The PACCAR MX-11 engine offers up to 430 HP and 1,650 lb./ft. of torque, and is 400
Let’s talk downspeeding: how it works
Any on-highway truck you spec today will likely employ downspeeding to some degree. Engine downspeeding is enabled through faster axle ratios that allow the engine to maintain a lower RPM—thus saving fuel—while still providing the necessary power to the axle. Axle ratio is written as a ratio, such as 2.16:1. But what does 2.16:1 mean?
The downspeeding lowdown
Remember that most modern powertrains utilize some degree of downspeeding. Here’s a quick refresher on downspeeding details.
Detroit’s new DD8 engine aims to tackle a variety of applications
Kelly Gedert and her team of Detroit product specialists stand before an arsenal of Freightliner trucks outfitted for everything from dump and delivery to flatbed and refuse. Under the hood, they share one important similarity—they’re all powered by the new Detroit DD8 engine. The 7.7-liter engine rounds out Detroit’s medium-duty and vocational power plant offering
Eaton enhances its ServiceRanger 4 diagnostic and service software
Eaton announced that it has enhanced the ServiceRanger 4 diagnostic and service tool to provide commercial service providers with a suite of solutions, which the company says will allow them to more quickly diagnose and repair problems on Eaton’s automated transmissions. In addition to the product enhancements, Eaton is simplifying the ServiceRanger 4 product offering
