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Take your pick — Great bargains for owner-operators as oversupplied used truck market awash with more 3-to-5-year old tractors
That market should present owner-operators further opportunity to score cheap deals on nice equipment, particularly on aerodynamic fleet-spec sleepers.
September 14, 2017
Business
Mack unveils Anthem on-highway tractor
The truck was engineered with an emphasis on driver comfort and productivity and is available in day cab, an all-new 48-inch flat top sleeper and an all-new 70-inch stand-up sleeper that features 35 percent more space than previous models and 27 cubic feet of storage.
September 14, 2017
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Gear
TSE Brakes’ push rod system
TSE Brakes’ TSE-REX (Rapid EXchange Push Rod system) with VCT (Variable Clocking Technology) Push Rod System is engineered for easier installation, better chamber sealing and fewer necessary model numbers. The system helps prevent errors caused by bent pu
September 13, 2017
Gear
Oliver Rubber’s wide-base drive-axle retread
Oliver Rubber’s SmartWay-verified Ultra Low Profile Vantage Drive is a wide-base drive-axle retread suited for 18-wheel tractor-trailers in line-haul and regional applications. The retread uses the company’s VDI Plus tread feature designed to resist stone
September 12, 2017
Business
Daimler recalls few dozen Western Star 4900 trucks for front axle weight issue
Daimler Trucks is recalling approximately 38 model year 2017-2018 Western Star 4900 trucks in which the weight of the front axle could exceed the spring capacity.
September 11, 2017
Business
International updates LoneStar tractor
International Trucks announced Monday several enhancements to its LoneStar unit, one of the most visually distinct trucks on the highway.
September 11, 2017
Equipment
Informed protection: Know exactly what’s covered before you buy a used truck warranty
Warranties for used trucks come in a wide range of prices, coverage and lengths. You can’t truly weigh the value of any particular warranty, though, unless you know what it covers – and what it doesn’t.
September 11, 2017
Equipment
Financing a used truck: Lower prices and available capital create a good market for owner-operators with strong credit ratings
The used truck market for owner-operators is looking good: Prices are down thanks to inventory surplus, and credit is cheaper than it has been in recent years. “For single owner-operators or small-fleet owners, money is very prevalent,” says Matt Manero, owner of Carrollton, Texas-based Commercial Fleet Financing. “Rates are still very low, and there are […]
September 11, 2017
Equipment
Time to Buy: Inspecting a Used Truck
A thorough pretrip inspection can uncover obvious problems, such as oil and water leaks, faulty lights and loose belts. The tips here, which include some pretrip basics, give further pointers on assessing a truck’s condition.
September 11, 2017
Business
Senate eyes promoting self-driving truck tech in autonomous-car bill approved by House
The House this week stamped approval on a legislative package intended to provide framework for manufacturers to develop and test self-driving cars. The Senate, however, may alter the bill to expand its provisions to cover self-driving trucks.
September 8, 2017
Business
Fuel prices skyrocket nationwide in wake of Harvey, southern states see biggest jump
The Lower Atlantic region saw prices jump 19.7 cents during the time period, which was the most significant increase in the U.S. Dallas was the hardest hit metro area with diesel prices soaring to $2.642 per gallon, a 30.7-cent increase over the previous week, according to ProMiles.
September 5, 2017
Gear
Scissors do more than cut
When space is limited — like in the cab of your truck — you come to appreciate a tool that can do the work of several. Not only do you save space, but also money. Anysharp’s 5-in-1 steel scissors is such a tool. In addition to being a simple pair of scissors with heavy-duty blades, […]
September 5, 2017
Gear
BorgWarner’s electric motor
BorgWarner’s High Voltage Hairpin 410 Electric Motor is suited for hybrid vehicles in urban areas and is designed to be positioned between the clutch and gearbox. The 650-volt motor drives the vehicle at low speeds when enough energy is available and char
September 5, 2017
Gear
Minimizer’s greaseless fifth-wheel plate
Minimizer’s greaseless Insert-Style Slick Plate is designed for trucks that have Holland FWAL, FW31 and FW33 fifth wheels with built-in lube plate inserts. The plate is designed to keep drivers and fleets from having to grease the fifth wheel’s top plate,
September 1, 2017
Business
Harvey shuts down major fuel pipeline that supplies East Coast, expected to reopen quickly
A major pipeline that supplies East Coast states with diesel fuel has been temporarily shut down due to oil refinery closures stemming from Hurricane Harvey. The disruption isn’t expected to affect fuel supply or diesel pricing.
September 1, 2017
Gear
Mahle’s A/C refrigerant handling system
Mahle’s ArcticPro ACX1180C refrigerant handling system is engineered to service heavy-duty vehicles that use R134a refrigerant. The SAE-certified unit is designed for easy use, service and maintenance and to increase technician productivity due to its ful
August 31, 2017
Gear
Minimizer’s flaps for trucks, trailers
Minimizer’s Fast Flaps, initially available for vocational trucks, now can accommodate all major truck and trailer applications. The Fast Flap Mounting Bracket attaches to the frame, thanks to multiple slotted holes designed to fit most patterns commonly
August 30, 2017
Business
Cummins reveals all-electric tractor prototype
Cummins on Tuesday became the latest company to introduce an all-electric tractor, unveiling — just weeks ahead of an expected electric truck introduction from electric vehicle pioneer Tesla — a Class 7 concept tractor.
August 29, 2017
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