New video series showcases propane technologies
The Propane Education & Research Council released video interviews with U.S. equipment manufacturers highlighting their investment in developing and commercializing new propane technologies. The online video series, Clean American Innovation, goes behind-the-scenes at manufacturing facilities across the U.S. to capture footage of propane technologies in production. Companies featured in the series include Freightliner Custom Chassis
Mack mDRIVE automated manual transmission standard on Mack Pinnacle
The Mack mDRIVE automated manual transmission (AMT) is now standard on the Mack Pinnacle highway model. mDrive offers increased fuel efficiency, productivity and safety to even more Mack customers, and more than 50% of Pinnacle models sold now are equipped with the transmission, said the company. Stephen Roy, president of Mack Trucks North American Sales
Detroit Integrated Powertrain walk around at ATA
At the 2014 ATA Management Conference Exhibition in San Diego, Calif., Detroit Diesel Corp. showcased its recently unveiled integrated Detroit powertrain, featuring the Detroit DD15 engine, Detroit DT12 transmission and Detroit axles. To create the integrated powertrain, Detroit’s axle engineers developed a new axle ratio (and configuration) to match the engine rating. The integrated Detroit
Integrated powertrains maximize fuel efficiency
“Traditionally, there has been an understanding in the industry that excellent drivers develop skill sets to operate equipment in a way that generates good fuel mileage,” says Mario Sanchez, technical sales support director at Cummins. “Even the best drivers are not consistent all the time, however, and as fleets continue to struggle to retain and
Volvo Trucks modifies North American alternative fuels plan
Volvo Trucks, citing the pace of the North American alternative fuel market, has put on hold its plans to launch a compression ignition liquefied natural gas (LNG) engine for North America. Field testing of Volvo’s dimethyl ether-(DME) powered vehicles will continue, and the company will continue to offer spark-ignited natural gas engines in its VNM
Dana introduces new exhaust gas heat recovery technology
Dana Holding Corp. highlighted its Long Exhaust Gas Heat Recovery (EGHR) technology at IAA Commercial Vehicle 2014, which enables vehicle manufacturers to improve fuel economy by up to 3%, according to the company. Dana’s new technology enables customers to reduce friction in the engine, transmission and axle by redirecting exhaust heat to rapidly warm powertrain
PACCAR MX-13 engine secures theft prevention feature for Peterbilt trucks
Peterbilt now offers a new anti-theft system for its Models 579 and 567 equipped with PACCAR MX-13 engines, providing customers with an extra layer of security. “The anti-theft system integrates with the MX-13 Engine and the vehicle’s Driver Information Center to require operators to enter a unique passcode to start the truck,” says Peterbilt Chief
Navistar expands International ProStar transmission offerings
Navistar Inc. announced it will offer the Tremec 10-speed manual transmission in its International ProStar model with the company’s 13-liter engine. Tremec offers a wide range of high torque-to-weight ratios designed for weight sensitive over-the-road and city applications. The pairing will also maximize payload for applications such as bulk haul, according to Navistar. “Tremec transmissions
Cummins recognized by Frost & Sullivan
Cummins Inc. was recognized with the 2014 U.S. Overall Best Heavy-Duty Truck Engines Product Leadership Award from Frost & Sullivan at its North American Growth, Innovation & Leadership Gala, held in San Jose, Calif., on Sept. 16. The award was based on Frost & Sullivan’s 2014 independent research survey of U.S. heavy-duty fleet, safety and
Reman programs give second life to ECUs
Taking advantage of remanufactured component programs is nothing new to fleet managers. As the life expectancy of vehicles increases and fleets strive to maximize that life, remanufactured components will always offer value to the fleet’s bottom line. The remanufacturing process recovers components and is able to restore them to original or better condition without the
Mack adds Mack MP8 505C+ to engine lineup
Mack Trucks announced its newest powertrain offering, designed for customers seeking a powerful high-performing 13-liter engine, the Mack MP8 505C+. Built on the 13-liter MP8 engine platform, the MP8 505C+ offers 505 HP and 1,860 lb.-ft. of torque. According to Mack, the MP8 505C+ delivers the maximum amount of torque in all gears to maximize
Horton introduces WindShift WSE swept-blade design
Horton‘s WindShift WSE has been computer-optimized to provide a combination of increased airflow and reduced operating noise, according to the company. By utilizing a swept-blade design, WSE generates greater static pressure at slower speeds. Horton notes that the WindShift WSE blade is ideal for Tier 4 and Stage IV agricultural, construction, industrial and power generation
