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Driving retention: How the right equipment can keep the right drivers in the seats

Fuel efficiency and total cost of ownership typically top the charts of topics here at Fleet Equipment. On the other hand, you can spec the most efficient, cost-effective trucks possible, but it’s no use if you don’t have anyone to drive them. Just take a look at the American Trucking Associations’ latest driver turnover numbers.

Reman engines: powering cost efficiency + quality

When making a major purchase, in almost every instance, there is the option for a used, refurbished or remanufactured version. It can be a great option for those looking for a more cost-focused solution. Of course, trucks are the lifeblood of any successful fleet—it’s an investment and a livelihood, and a fleet manager needs to be

How fleets can save money with reman transmissions

A continuing trend for transmissions is the automated manual transmission (AMT), which is seeing exponential growth, gobbling up most of the transmission market. With that being the case, it’s no surprise that AMTs are available in reman form as well. “Reman automated manual transmissions have been in the marketplace for about 10 years,”says Scott Pond,

Navistar, GM partner to manufacture cutaway van

Navistar, Inc. and General Motors (GM) have reached an agreement to manufacture the cutaway model of GM’s G Van at Navistar’s Springfield, Ohio plant starting this year. With this multi-year contract, Navistar will add at least 300 jobs and recommission its second line at the plant. “We’re very pleased to partner with GM on this

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The sophisticated evolution of truck engines continues to amaze

Over the last couple of decades, commercial truck engines have undergone significant changes to adapt to the demands of fleets and of government mandates. Engine manufacturers worked to reach EPA 2016 and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) 2017 requirements, which included onboard diagnostics requirements with enhanced monitors to ensure that exhaust tailpipe emissions stay within EPA limits.

When it comes to trucks and engines, knowledge is power

It always pays to know more. That may seem pretty obvious, and really, it is; but it’s also hard to argue with. After all, who wants to go around knowing less? That goes double when running a fleet: ignore relevant information, and you’ll soon find yourself lapped by more knowledgeable competition. With all the ways

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International offers over-the-air ECM reprogramming

International Truck Co. has announced that over-the-air (OTA) reprogramming of engine control modules (ECM) is now available as a free option for all International models powered by its N9, N10 and N13 proprietary engines. OTA will also be available for purchase for all International truck models powered by proprietary engines from 2010 and newer through International dealers. “With this important step, over-the-air

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International DuraStar, WorkStar now available with the Cummins ISL9 engine

International Truck has announced that the International DuraStar and WorkStar models are now available with the Cummins ISL9 engine. “Cummins and International have worked closely together to engineer the ISL9 in the DuraStar and WorkStar, offering a unique value package combination of performance and reliability,” said Bill Kozek, Navistar’s president of truck and parts. The International DuraStar is also

Reman powertrains offer optimum TCO, ROI

Getting the most out of your investment is key to maximizing total cost of ownership (TCO) and getting the best return on investment (ROI). One way to achieve those goals is to purchase remanufactured powertrain components. With the high-quality remanufacturing procedures offered today by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), which go beyond just restoring component to

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Eaton enhances automated transmissions, introduces Neutral Coast Mode

Power management company Eaton introduced new electronic capabilities to its Fuller Advantage Series and UltraShift Plus automated transmissions that allow for disengagement of a truck’s driveline while on slight downhill grades to drop engine speeds to idle. The new technology improves fuel consumption by up to 1% and ensures safe operation regardless of driving conditions,

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Investing in aerodynamics to improve fuel efficiency

Wind resistance is a total drag—literally. Wind resistance is one of the top forces working against the truck as it runs down the road. (The other factors being: grade resistance; tire rolling resistance; and engine accessory and/or drivetrain losses, according to Cummins MPG Guide: “Secrets of better fuel economy”.) Did you know that every 2%

Navistar, Women in Trucking Assoc., present Influential Woman award

Navistar and the Women In Trucking Association presented the fifth annual Influential Woman in Trucking award to Rihm Kenworth President and Chief Executive Officer Kari Rihm. She was awarded at a ceremony during the Truckload Carriers Association annual meeting. “We are proud to recognize the leadership of Kari Rihm and other influential women in our