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Volvo introduces new long-haul tractor, makes driver assist system standard
Volvo Trucks North America on Tuesday unveiled its new VNL tractor, the first major overhaul of its flagship long-haul model since the VN model was introduced in 1996. The company has also made its Advanced Driver Assist System standard on all VNL and VNR models.
July 11, 2017
Business
Projected savings from hydrogen-powered electric drive
It wasn’t just for their novelty that announcements of the Nikola One hydrogen fuel cell-powered electric-drive truck turned more than a few owner-operators’ heads last year. It was the promise of an operating cost benefit that took diesel-price volatility out of the equation.
July 11, 2017
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Gear
Dieselcraft’s water test kit
Dieselcraft’s Water Test Kit is formulated to find hidden water in fuel. The kit consists of five 10-milliliter test tubes with the reaction powder capsule in them and one transfer pipette. Depending on the fuel blend and the amount of biodiesel, the pass
July 11, 2017
Business
The happiest owner-operator in trucking today?
The title might well apply to Landstar-leased owner-operator Dickie Penrod of Fayetteville, N.C. He walked away from Landstar’s All-Stars event the winner of a new 2017 Western Star 5700 XE, the second truck Landstar has given one of its BCOs (“business capacity owners”) this year, an annual tradition.
July 10, 2017
Gear
Abex’s air disc brake kit
Abex’s ADBHD1369 air disc brake application now is equipped with green coat stripes, a proprietary, engineered material that is applied to the friction surface to aid the initial effectiveness of the brake friction material. The pads also come with a mech
July 10, 2017
Business
Traditional truck makers focus on short-haul for electric vehicles
Major truck and engine makers themselves have invested in the development of electric- and more conventional hybrid-electric-drive vehicles, but they see the most short-term promise in shorter-run applications.
July 6, 2017
Gear
Cuffs keep your cords connected
Most home handymen know the old trick of tying two extension cords in a simple knot to keep them connected. Now there’s a better — and probably safer — way to accomplish the same thing. Cord Cuffs clamp onto the end of each extension cord holding them in place even if moved around or tugged […]
July 6, 2017
Business
Ryder launches preventive maintenance program for used trucks
Ryder System has launched a new preventive maintenance program for its pre-owned truck buyers, giving them the chance to finance or pre-pay for the service when they buy a used truck from Ryder.
July 5, 2017
Business
Jump start: Electrified truck concepts come to life, and owner-operators want in
The electrified truck concept has taken on a real life, with players large and small vying for future shares of the Class 8 market. It’s not only large fleets that are placing orders — owner-operators, too, have shown interest in the emerging technology.
July 5, 2017
Business
Roadmaster celebrates 10-year anniversary
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company launched its Roadmaster line of truck tires 10 years ago with four tire lines and has grown to offer long haul, regional, mixed service, pickup and bus tires.
July 3, 2017
Gear
Ancra’s load organizing, securement device
Ancra’s Security Divider and Deck Board is designed for organizing and securing loads by configuring the lightweight panels for use as a deck board or a secure bulkhead to keep freight separated. Manufactured using high-density polyethylene panels, the du
June 29, 2017
Business
Terrorist truck attacks spur attention to AEB systems around the world
Australia is reportedly moving toward mandating AEB for all new heavy trucks, following Europe’s lead, after automatic braking prevented further loss of life in last year’s truck attack at a Christmas market in Berlin.
June 28, 2017
Gear
Michelin launches premium X Multi D Regional Drive Tire
Michelin Americas Truck Tires launched its X Multi D Regional Drive Tire designed to provide premium mileage, scrub resistance and traction in regional, urban and light-construction and medium-duty applications. User segments, according to the company, in
June 27, 2017
Business
New full-service Ill. Truck Centers location
Truck Centers Inc. celebrated the grand opening of their 10th full-service dealership in Effingham, Ill.
June 27, 2017
Gear
Doleco’s cargo restraint solutions
Doleco’s latest Cargo Restraint Systems and Lifting Solutions catalog includes several of the company’s latest products, including a black winch strap with reflective fiber for visibility at night. The company also has introduced a fifth-wheel pin puller,
June 27, 2017
Business
Wabco extends AMT agreement with Daimler Trucks
Wabco has extended its long-term supply agreement with Daimler Trucks for new heavy-duty automated manual transmission (AMT) control technology on Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner, FUSO, Western Star and BharatBenz units. WABCO’s newest AMT solution increases fuel savings through optimized gear shifting. It also differentiates by helping vehicle operators to significantly reduce mechanical wear, lower maintenance costs and […]
June 26, 2017
Gear
HandETrack’s cargo bolt-down fitting
HandETrack’s cargo bolt-down fitting is built to connect to track systems found in enclosed trailers, truck beds, cargo vans and semi-trailers to provide a rigid connection point. The fittings provide two hardened-steel ¼-inch-20 or 5/16-inch-18 threaded
June 23, 2017
Electronic Logging Devices
Cummins debuts owner-operator-focused ZED Connect ELD app
Engine maker Cummins on Friday announced it has launched a new software company, ZED Connect, whose first offering is a smartphone-based electronic logging device that’s compliant with the U.S. DOT’s looming ELD mandate.
June 23, 2017
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