Toyo’s Roy Bromfield, Randy Gaetz interview from MATS showfloor
[Editor’s Note: This interview first appeared in the April edition of Tire Review, Fleet Equipment‘s sister publication. The following Q&A occurred on the MATS showfloor. The following is an excerpt—you can read the entire interview on Tire Review.] At last month’s Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Ky., Tire Review had the chance to sit down
Goodyear brings ‘big fleet benefits’ to owner/operators and mid-size fleets
Owner-operators through mid-size fleets that attended MATS had the opportunity to start enjoying all of the benefits that The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. delivers to large fleets by signing up for Goodyear’s Smart Fleet program. “The Goodyear Smart Fleet program gives owner-operators, as well as mid-size fleets, access to the benefits that up until
Tandem Position Helper offers easy axle adjustment
The Tandem Position Helper is like having your own personal assistant with you on the road 24/7. It’s as easy as one-two-three, the maker said: Take the Tandem Position Helper from its safe storage in the cabin driver door. Simply connect the small orange flap using the Velcro strip to the strong plated steel base.
Troy Chemical releases new truck and trailer wash products
Troy Chemical Ind. has announced the release of a new line of truck and trailer wash products. According to the company, its new formulations are designed for organizations that focus on truck and trailer washing, fleet maintenance and restoration. The comprehensive line of truck and trailer wash products includes salt eliminators, truck and trailer wash
Arrow Truck Sales re-launches National Account program
Arrow Truck Sales recently introduced an all-new National Account program specifically designed for companies representing large numbers of agents and owner/operators dispersed throughout North America. According to Rick Vuagniaux, Arrow’s national account manager, the program is loaded with valuable customer incentives and backed by more than 63 years of industry experience. “We’ve negotiated an industry-leading incentive package
Safety First offers sleep solutions for truck drivers
Safety First Sleep Solutions (SFSS) is a nationwide provider of sleep apnea testing and treatment and has a team of sleep therapy experts, including Board Certified Sleep Physicians and Respiratory Therapists. SFSS has developed medically sound and cost effective sleep apnea testing procedures and treatments for truck drivers. It uses the Watermark Ares home sleep
Mack Trucks: ‘Born Ready’ for the long haul
Fuel efficiency and uptime remain top priorities for Mack Trucks, executives with the company announced at the 2014 Mid-America Trucking Show. This ongoing focus to help reduce customer operating costs, along with recent investments in products, support solutions, facilities and the brand, has Mack well-positioned for success in the highway market, according to the company.
VDO RoadLog capabilities expanded with online convenience and mobile connectivity
Continental Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket has expanded its VDO RoadLog portfolio with a range of new products and services that bring innovations in logbook automation and fleet management. These new technologies have grown the VDO RoadLog platform into a complete family of log automation and fleet management products. Now, the VDO RoadLog portfolio has expanded
eNow solar technology expands reach through alliance with Velociti
Through a newly announced business alliance with transportation technology deployment experts Velociti, eNow will expand market exposure for its full line of solar powered energy systems. “We’re always on the lookout for technologies that our customers can leverage to maximize efficiency and value in their fleet,” said Velociti President Derek Powell. “eNow’s innovative solar technology
Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America introduces 200 amp alternator
Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America Inc. introduced a new alternator, the Diamond Power A200 (DP A200) for heavy-duty trucks, which features many new technologies unique to heavy-duty alternators, earning five new patents. Key features and benefits include: Offers the highest efficiency rating among major 12v heavy-duty alternators in North America, providing improved fuel economy; Weighs 21.8
BlueParrot talks Bluetooth headsets
VXi said its BlueParrott Bluetooth headsets have been a top choice among truckers for a long time. Why? The answer is simple: the best sound in the business, according to the company. VXi BlueParrott headsets feature the industry leading noise canceling. So the people you talk to hear every word, the first time. That means
Kenworth adds T680 Truck Configurator to website
Kenworth Truck Co. is introducing an interactive, easy-to-use Kenworth T680 Truck Configurator to its website. Already a top attraction on Kenworth’s website, visitors can now select key features of their T680 and see the vehicle take shape on screen, as different options are added. The Kenworth T680 Truck Configurator enables customers to begin by selecting the T680
