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Ridewell’s updated suspensions
Ridewell’s 233-20K Truck and Trailer Suspensions now have expanded availability for galvanized components. The trailer drum brake models have additional options for a factory-integrated preplumbed air tank kit, and the roll-off line now includes a narrow
October 15, 2018
Business
Fuel prices continue to climb
The Department of Energy reports the continued climb of diesel fuel prices with the average price per gallon reaching $3.394 in the U.S. Learn more here.
October 15, 2018
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Nearly 20,000 Freightliner, Western Star trucks impacted by steering shaft recall
Daimler says an improperly installed steering shaft assembly can cause a loss of connection between the steering wheel and front wheels of the trucks.
October 15, 2018
Business
IIHS: Eight largest trailer manufacturers now offer safe rear underride guards
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced the eight largest trailer manufacturers in North America to qualify for its ToughGuard award.
October 15, 2018
Gear
AFA Industries’ Head Gasket Set for Cummins’ engines
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AFA’s Head Gasket Set for Cummins’ ISX/QSX Series SOHC engines contains all the gaskets needed to replace the cylinder head. The set includes AFA’s multilayer steel core-designed graphite head gasket designed for added sealing power under differential exp
October 15, 2018
Business
U.S. reps ask for probe into EPA’s use of pro-glider kits study
Tennessee Tech University conducted the study funded by Fitzgerald Glider Kits. Four members of a U.S. House Committee have asked for this examination.
October 12, 2018
Business
Bridgestone set to increase truck tire prices next month
Business costs prompted the increase on all Bridgestone and Firestone truck and bus radial tires, Bandag retreads and tire-related services. More details here.
October 11, 2018
Gear
Mountain Tarp’s electric tarping system
Mountain Tarp’s ESR2000 electric side-to-side lock-and-roll tarping system features a heavy-duty electric motor, one-button open-and-close controls and a reinforced aluminum front arm with a spring assembly. Available in either a direct-drive or a chain-d
October 10, 2018
Business
In fresh autonomous policy, DOT no longer assumes truck driver is human
The key point from updated guidance on policies for development and deployment of autonomous vehicles: A loosened definition of what constitutes a truck driver, acknowledging that a driver may not always be human.
October 8, 2018
Business
Trail King recalling certain step deck trailers
Trail King's recall of certain ACS/AACS step deck trailers is due to an issue that could cause cross-members to crack at the welded corners. Learn more here.
October 8, 2018
Business
How Kenworth’s new W990 differs from W900L
Check out this video on Overdrive where design director of Kenworth Truck Co. goes into some of the biggest differences between the new rig and its predecessor.
October 5, 2018
Gear
Continental’s light truck tire
Continental’s LAR 3 all-position light truck tire is built for regional delivery applications. The 16-inch tire has an all-steel radial casing optimized for retreadability; a cut-and-chip-resistant tread compound designed to help withstand high-scrub cond
October 4, 2018
Business
Bully Dog parent company to pay $6.5M to settle alleged emissions-defeating violations in light-duty trucks
Derive Systems will pay $6.5M for violations regarding Bully Dog and SCT emissions control systems on cars and light-duty trucks. Learn more on Overdrive.
October 3, 2018
Gear
Love’s launches private-label DEF
Love’s Travel Stops launched its own private-label diesel exhaust fluid for automotive diesel and professional driver customers. The DEF is available at all the company’s locations and is available in a 2.5-gallon container for $15.99. Love’s said it work
October 3, 2018
Business
Tire-pressure monitor pairs with ELD
Blue Ink Technology announced its tire-pressure monitoring system that is capable of reporting inflation status within the BIT ELD mobile app. Learn more here.
October 2, 2018
Business
Fuel prices hit highest mark in nearly four years
According to numbers from the DOE, a 4.2-cent increase in the average diesel fuel price pushed the national average to its highest point in almost four years.
October 2, 2018
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Second look at the Kenworth W990, with Fleenor Bros.’ unit at GBATS
Take a look at one of the power units utilized in Kenworth's unveiling of the W990 model truck. Get more details on the Kenworth W990 semi-truck on Overdrive.
October 1, 2018
Business
Two recalls impact more than 28,000 International trucks
Two different recalls have been announced by Navistar. They are said to impact more than 28,000 International trucks. Read details on this here.
October 1, 2018
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