Choosing fuel options for pickup trucks
Fleets looking for an alternative fuel option can now order 2013 model year bi-fuel pickups from GM.
Spec’ing trucks for service and resale
While many medium-duty trucks are commonly purchased “off the lot,” detailed specs to increase vehicle productivity, longevity and resale value should be considered.
SmartWay spec’ing for tires and trailers
The U.S. EPA has evaluated fuel saving benefits of various vehicles, systems and components. The result is a continually updated list of SmartWay Verified Technologies, including tires and aerodynamic devices.
Polar acquires Beall Transport Equipment Co.
Polar Corp. has acquired the assets of Beall Transport Equipment Co. (BTEC), the aftermarket parts and service division of Beall Corp.
Hino Trucks earns continued high rankings
Hino Trucks has again received the “Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Conventional Medium-Duty Engines” and the “Highest in Customer Satisfaction among Conventional Medium-Duty Trucks” ranking from J.D. Power and Associates.
Freightliner showcases first CNG concrete mixer
The first Freightliner Trucks 114SD concrete mixer with compressed natural gas technology – equipped with a Cummins Westport ISL G natural gas engine – was on display at the recent 2013 World of Concrete.
Mitsubishi Fuso offers side-mounted fuel tank option
2013 model Canter FE Series FE125, FE160 and FE180 trucks from Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America can be ordered with an optional, factory-installed 33-gal. fuel tank mounted on the outside of the frame rail on the left side of the cab-chassis.
PlastiKote adds chassis and grille guard spray
Chassis and Grille Guard paint from PlastiKote is an epoxy designed to spray on evenly, dry to a factory-like finish and resist cracking, chipping and peeling. It is available in gloss white, gloss black and satin black colors.
All-electric vehicles are gaining speed
With more fleets interested in plugging in, the availability of all-electric vehicles is picking up.
Polar rolls out propane tank trailer
Polar Corp. said its NexGen MC-331 highway transport is the first trailer in its product line for the North American propane industry. The new model features a powder-coated barrel, which will deliver up to three times the life of traditional paint.
Freight Wing introduces chassis side skirts
For intermodal operators, Freight Wing is now offering chassis side skirts for 46-ft. trailers, and for most other chassis in various lengths. The new skirts are designed to clamp onto chassis I-beams below where the intermodal box is situated to keep the two-piece side skirts intact and free from damage during loading.
Volvo Trucks expands support capabilities in southeast
Investments by Volvo Trucks dealers throughout the southeastern U.S. have resulted in a nearly 21% increase in work capacity in that region since January 2010. During this time, the dealer network added 214 service bays and 230 Volvo-certified technicians while expanding parts inventory by more than 20%.