Navistar makes donation through TECH EmPOWERment Initiative
Navistar announced its first equipment donation to Canadian technical programs through the TECH EmPOWERment initiative. While the program has already donated numerous pieces of equipment to technical programs around the U.S., the fourth quarter of 2021 saw the first donation to technical colleges in Canada. The TECH EmPOWERment program supplies accredited technical schools with equipment, real-world
Goodyear launches new purchase options for CheckPoint devices
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. will now offer customized leasing options for Goodyear CheckPoint, a drive-over reader device that automatically inspects tire pressure and tread depth and sends actionable insights to fleet managers. The company says that these new leasing options will make Goodyear CheckPoint more accessible to Goodyear national account fleets of all
ESCO touts new u-joint puller series, specialty commercial truck tools
ESCO, a manufacturer and supplier of tire changing tools and accessories, has released a new series of u-joint pullers and specialty commercial truck tools and accessories. Starting with the new ESCO Pro Series U-Joint Pullers, these units were specifically designed for automotive, medium- and heavy-duty professional applications when faced with stubborn, seized u-joints. Cast out
Milwaukee Tool releases M12 Underbody Light
Milwaukee Tool has introduced the M12 Underbody Light. The company says the light provides users with a strong magnetic base and dual rotation points, delivering directional lighting, hands-free work and maneuverability. The M12 Underbody Light delivers 1200 Lumens of Trueview High-Definition Output; features dual joints that swivel 300-degrees horizontally and up to 180-degrees vertically; and
Hunter Engineering announces three-year warranty for all replacement parts
Hunter Engineering announced a three-year replacement parts warranty, retroactive to Jan. 1. Any equipment installation taking place in 2021 is covered under the new policy, the company says. The new document standardizes the warranty for all Hunter replacement parts and product levels. The company also says that labor will retain its original six-month warranty. The new policy
Tech Tip: Don’t strike out when choosing a tire changer
Whether you’re buying a tire changer for the first time or are replacing existing equipment, it’s important to do some work upfront to make sure you get a shop MVP instead of one that will get sent down to the minors. There are three common mistakes people make when choosing a tire changer. Take some
Noregon releases major upgrades for JPRO Professional
Noregon announced the a new major update for JPRO Professional, the company’s in-shop diagnostic and troubleshooting tool. The release, JPRO Professional 2021 v2, is available for purchase and active JPRO subscribers can update at no additional cost. “This release helps techs quickly identify performance and health-related issues on vehicle systems that affect the cost of
Harbor Freight Tools adds new service cart line
Harbor Freight Tools has added a new 34-in. full bank service cart to its U.S. General Tool storage line. The company says it combines the storage capacity of a roll cabinet with the easy mobility of a tool cart, opening to a full 90-degree angle, providing access to 5,000 cu.-in. of storage space, including an
The ADAS impact on truck service
Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) offer a host of potentially life-saving, collision-mitigating features such as emergency brake assist and lane-keeping assist. Advanced radar and camera systems integrate into the truck’s braking and steering controls, providing an increasingly impressive amount of automated control. While there’s not a lot of preventative maintenance that fleets need to keep
Snap-on introduces its CT9010 cordless impact wrench kit
The new CT9010 18V 3/8 drive brushless cordless impact wrench kit is designed for the heaviest applications that demand consistent high performance, Snap-on noted in a recent press release. It’s lightweight, yet still provides maximum power on the job with 240 ft.-lb. of working torque output and more than 325 ft.-lb. of bolt breakaway torque.
Brass Knuckle releases new SmartShell ergonomic safety gloves
Brass Knuckle has released the SmartShell safety glove, which the company says is engineered to provide protection on multiple fronts while providing flexibility and an ergonomic design. The company says SmartShell naturally shapes to the contours of the hand and flex points, and for extra durability, SmartShell is double-stitched in high-wear areas including fingertips, index
Help your truck technician team keep their cool this summer
As the global climate changes, many parts of the country are experiencing longer and more intense heat waves. Areas where working outside or in an open service bay may have been pleasant or only occasionally hot in the past are now suffering from increasingly severe heat events. When temperatures get high, people can overheat and
