Alcoa releases new line of wheels for Ford F-450/550, Ram 4500/550
Alcoa has released a new line of medium-duty wheels made specifically for the Ford F-450 and F-550 and the Ram 4500 and 5500. The new 19.5 x 6-in. aluminum wheel is available at 26 lbs. and maintains a 4,000-lb. load rating. The new wheel line, part number 76329x (where the last digit represents the finish
Refining growth: Ford continues to evolve and support its F-650, F-750 lineup
Have you driven a Ford lately? No, seriously—that’s not a marketing tagline. It’s a real question because Ford has sold more redesigned 2016 F-650/F-750 medium-duty trucks in the past year than any year since 1997. Ford medium-duty trucks are also the fastest growing volume Class 6-7 brand—so chances are that you have driven one. What
Ford announces enhancements to F650, F750
Ford is updating its Class 6 and 7 trucks to improve performance and serviceability, the company announced. Electronic stability control and traction control brakes are now standard on all 2018 F-650 and F-750 tractor models. The system will initially be optional on certain F-750 diesel air-braked straight trucks with high-center-of-gravity-body upfits. For applications with high
A.R.E. offers truck caps and tonneaus for Ford Super Duty
A.R.E. Accessories is offering owners of 2017 Ford Super Duty pickups a complete lineup of fiberglass truck caps and tonneau covers, which fit all F-250, F-350, F-450 and dually models with all bed and cab configurations. A.R.E.’s truck caps are available in aluminum or fiberglass with a variety of add-on options, including various window configurations,
VMAC releases Underhood-Lite air compressor system for Ford Transit Connect
VMAC has announced the launch of its latest Underhood-Lite rotary screw air compressor system designed specifically for the Ford Transit Connect van. “VMAC is the first air compressor manufacturer to develop advanced air systems designed specifically for commercial vans,” says Gordon Duval, VMAC’s vice president of marketing and sales. “Developing a system for the growing van
VMAC announces Underhood150 for Ford F650, F750 work trucks
VMAC has announced the launch of its latest Underhood150 rotary screw air compressor system designed specifically for Ford F650 & F750 6.8L Triton V10 gas engine work trucks. VMAC’s Underhood system provides 100% duty cycle and up to 150 CFM and 175 PSI and is proven to work in extreme climate conditions, according to VMAC. The
RealWheels offers stainless steel simulators, trim for Ford Transit
RealWheels has designed new single and dual wheel simulators for the Ford Transit. Both of these American-made simulators are manufactured from high-quality, heavy-gauge stainless steel. The uniquely designed mounting brackets offer easy and secure installation, according to the company, since no lug nuts need to be removed. RealWheels Ford Transit covers simulate the look of
Photo gallery: The 2017 Ford Super Duty
At an event this month in Denver, Colo., Fleet Equipment was given the opportunity for extensive test drives of Ford’s new 2017 Super Duty. The 2017 edition of the Super Duty is the first that the company has designed from the ground up in 18 years. FE Associate Editor Alex Crissey took the new trucks for a
Ford Super Duty to offer trailer-focused adaptive cruise control, adaptive steering
Ford Motor Co. has announced that the newest Super Duty trucks will feature a host of driver-assistance technology, including adaptive cruise control and adaptive steering.
Ford, Telogis introduce Ford Telematics Maintenance Connect
Ford Motor Co. and Telogis are introducing Ford Telematics Maintenance Connect, a new capability within the Ford Telematics software solution that enables Ford commercial customers to share key diagnostic and maintenance information with a Ford service center of their choice. Maintenance Connect delivers a path to improved vehicle maintenance, provides access to certified Ford service technicians
Ford to offer strobe lights for F-150
Ford Motor Co. is making strobe lights available to F-150 fleet customers for the first time. The strobe light kit is designed for use by utility, road construction and municipal crews that need enhanced vehicle visibility while working on-site to warn motorists and others that workers may be present and to proceed with caution.* The
Onboard telematics bring new capabilities to light-duty fleets
Telematics solutions are rapidly becoming a growing trend with light-duty fleets, as they begin to require more detailed views of their vehicles to more efficiently manage operations. For an example, just look at this recent announcement by General Motors: GM has launched a new platform specifically designed for small businesses to access key vehicle information
