Volvo Trucks VNL models now standard with Volvo D13 turbo compound engine
The D13 turbo compound (D13TC) engine from Volvo Trucks is now standard on all Volvo VNL models, the OEM recently announced. The D13TC engine is designed to minimize greenhouse gas emissions while enhancing fuel economy. In the Volvo VNL 740, 760 and 860 models, the new D13TC engine offers increased fuel savings for a wider
FlowBelow announces several standard wheel cover placements
At the 2021 TMC Fall Meeting in Cleveland, FlowBelow announced that its wheel covers will be standard on Navistar’s 2022 International LT and HR Series trucks. Additionally, FlowBelow’s locking aerodynamic wheel covers are standard on Freightliner Cascadia trucks. On the Navistar side, the drive wheel fairings will continue to be offered as part of the
FlowBelow to relocate to larger headquarters
FlowBelow announced that it will be moving headquarters and manufacturing operations from Austin to Round Rock. The new facility will provide more space for production, kitting and warehousing raw material and finished product. The new location also offers more space for FlowBelow’s engineering team’s research and development activities, the company says. The company will begin
Mack offers FlowBelow as factory option
FlowBelow has announced that beginning Jan. 1, its wheel covers and drive wheel fairings will be available to be spec’ed on new Mack Anthem trucks. Mack will offer the fairings in black and white, and the wheel covers will be offered in black, white and chrome. Customers can begin requesting the products now, for any
FlowBelow products now available through Alliance Parts
Starting in April, Alliance Parts customers will have access to all parts manufactured by FlowBelow.
FlowBelow Tractor AeroKit to be available as factory-installed option on Volvo trucks
Volvo Trucks introduces the FlowBelow Tractor AeroKit, which includes a system of wheel covers and fairings designed for improved aerodynamics and fuel efficiency, as a factory-installed option in Q2 2020.
FlowBelow Drive Wheel Fairing system on International trucks
FlowBelow Aero Inc., a Tier 1 supplier of patented aerodynamic products, announced a new Custom Drive Wheel Fairing system that will be available on the 2020 International LT Series MPG Package. Navistar and FlowBelow jointly developed the system, which will be available in two different configurations (standard and enhanced aero). This announcement was made at
Mesilla Valley Transportation equips trailers with FlowBelow AeroSliders
Mesilla Valley Transportation (MVT) is equipping all new trailers with the FlowBelow Trailer AeroSlider system, the company recently announced.
FlowBelow launches Elite Dealer Program, Trailer AeroSlider system
FlowBelow announced the launch of both its Elite Dealer Program and Trailer AeroSlider system. The Elite Dealer Program will bring the company’s ‘quick-release’ wheel cover and Tractor AeroKit system to a broader scope of fleet customers in North America. Dealers in the program will be able to offer all available options and configurations of FlowBelow
FlowBelow announces quick-release fairing option for Tractor AeroKit
FlowBelow Aero Inc. announced a new ‘quick-release’ fairing option for the company’s flagship fuel-saving Tractor AeroKit system at the North American Commercial Vehicle show. According to the company, the quick-release mounting system allows the driver of the truck to remove the fairings quickly and without tools when installing tire chains, for example. The Tractor AeroKit
How to save fuel with improved truck and trailer aerodynamics
When running a heavy-duty fleet, there’s no such thing as small savings. Even a seemingly small percentage of fuel economy saved can add up to thousands of dollars and be the difference between a profitable fleet and one that lags behind the competition. That’s why a large variety of aerodynamic products are available to help
FlowBelow’s Tractor Aerokits chosen for fuel consumption reduction
FlowBelow‘s Tractor Aerokits has been chosen by Mesilla Valley Transportation (MVT) to be installed on its entire fleet of trucks. FlowBelow’s Tractor AeroKits reduce fuel consumption and are expected to provide a return on investment in less than 12 months, said the manufacturer. Each Tractor AeroKit consists of Quick-Release Wheel Covers and Tandem Fairings which
