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Tools to help truckers get their jobs done
A new BlueParrott headset, a new Rand McNally headset, a Hamilton Beach slow cooker, night-driving glasses and more.
November 2, 2018
Custom Rigs
‘Career gambler’ Dean DeSantis and the aptly-named 2018 Peterbilt 389 with 124-inch ARI sleeper
When it comes to custom rigs, “In the world of everybody building gliders, I’m a guy who kind of cuts across the grain a little bit,” says Dean DeSantis.
October 30, 2018
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Business
Daimler recalls 600 Freightliner, Western Star trucks over steering wheel issue
The recall affects approximately 622 model year 2019 Freightliner Cascadia and 2019 Western Star 5700 trucks manufactured between July 9 and Aug. 2, 2018. The steering wheels on these trucks may loosen over time and detach from the steering column.
October 30, 2018
Gear
Cooper’s mixed service drive tire
Cooper’s Severe Series Mixed Service Drive tire has a 32/32nds tread depth to facilitate extended tread life in both on- and off-road applications while delivering long, even wear. Triangular tie-bars in the outside shoulder are designed to promote tracti
October 30, 2018
Equipment
New fuel economy spec from Volvo optimizes trailer gap, deploys lightweight components
The new fuel economy package, dubbed Xceed, is available for the VNL 760 and VNL 860 for trucks pulling dry van and refrigerated trailers and can be ordered starting in January.
October 30, 2018
Business
Kenworth adds refreshed interior for T680, intros new fuel economy package
Early next year, Kenworth will make available for order a Paccar Powertrain Fuel Economy Package, which will include an MX-13 engine with a new 405-hp at 1,650 lb-ft torque rating. Kenworth, also set for trucks under production next year, is adding new interior colors and stylings on its on-highway Kenworth T680.
October 29, 2018
Gear
Carrier Transicold’s multitemperature TRU
Carrier Transicold’s Vector 8611MT multitemperature trailer refrigeration unit is designed to enable a trailer to be divided lengthwise into two refrigerated compartments. The Vector 8611MT incorporates two evaporators and fans for two-zone cooling for ce
October 29, 2018
Business
International adds fuel economy package to flagship LT tractor
The LT MPG Package includes an aerodynamic chassis package, predictive cruise control, air dam and bumper seal, as well as a roof fairing and extenders, chassis skirts and energy-efficient wheel covers.
October 29, 2018
Business
College admits glider kits emissions study is flawed
The study, funded by Fitzgerald Glider Kits, erroneously concluded that glider kits “perform equally as well and in some instances out-perform OEM engines” in terms of emissions of greenhouse gases and particulate matter, says a letter the university.
October 25, 2018
Gear
Istobal’s trailer cleaning system
Istobal’s HW’Intrawash Cleaning and Sanitizing System for refrigerated and dry van trailers and shipping containers is designed to help facilitate safe and controlled sanitization while maximizing efficiency. The system is designed to decrease cleaning ti
October 24, 2018
Custom Rigs
Mack unveils breast cancer awareness Anthem
The truck is being showcased at Mack headquarters in Greensboro, North Carolina, as well as at dealer, customer and community events throughout October in support of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
October 24, 2018
Gear
LoadHandler’s heavy-duty brushed alternators
LoadHandler’s Brushed Alternators for heavy-duty vehicles are designed for high power output and efficiency and are available in application-specific 150-, 160- and 200-amp versions for 12-volt systems. The new drop-in replacement units are available in J
October 24, 2018
Equipment
Forgotten fluids: Don’t neglect lonely lube points
With more than 40 lube points on a commercial truck chassis, each with different requirements, that’s a lot of lubing to be done. It’s also a lot of potential parts damage if some of those points get overlooked.
October 22, 2018
Equipment
Used truck prices steady through August, influx of late-model trucks coming
The average sleeper tractor sold in August was 71 months old, had nearly 455,800 miles and sold for $53,480.
October 22, 2018
Gear
AFA Industries’ Belt Tensioner for Cummins’ B/ISB/QSB Series engines
Cummins, Inc.
AFA’s Belt Tensioner for Cummins’ B/ISB/QSB Series engines is engineered with a high-quality bearing assembly and casting. The tensioner uses a high-tension spring coupled with an idler pulley designed to provide the engine with the optimal amount of tens
October 22, 2018
Business
Rule to protect glider production appears in jeopardy
A rule that would have repealed Obama-era emissions placed on glider kit manufacturers has been removed from the EPA's regulatory calendar. More details here.
October 18, 2018
Business
Cummins fuel line issue extends to more than 50,000 Kenworth, Peterbilt, Volvo tractors
Thousands of Kenworth, Peterbilt and Volvo semi-trucks are now included in a recall affecting trucks equipped with Cummins ISX15 or X15 engines.
October 18, 2018
Business
Uber Freight affiliate Powerloop aims to cut detention time with trailer rentals
Powerloop at its core is a trailer leasing program with a primary goal of cutting detention time at shippers and receivers. IMore information on Overdrive.
October 17, 2018
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