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American Racing’s custom truck wheels
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American Racing Custom Wheels’ ATX Series “Big Rig” Custom Wheels for semi-trucks are available in four designs and finished in a highly detailed satin black with special window milling or a traditional bright luster polish. The wheels also can be manufac
July 17, 2017
Channel 19
Don’t ‘drive through the lights’ — and other aftertreatment system PM refreshers, tips
Daniel Mustafa, Assistant Manager of Technical Development for TravelCenters of America, says he still sees otherwise upstanding, wonderful people doing the kinds of things with their trucks that can turn a less-than-$1,000 major nuisance repair into a soul-crushing $11,000 one. When it comes to the aftertreatment systems on trucks with engines of 2007 and later […]
July 15, 2017
Gear
Ancra’s trailer handhold strap
Ancra’s Driver Assist Strap is designed to provide a convenient handhold for drivers and dock workers climbing into and out of trailers, helping them avoid falls and injuries. The strap connects to the trailer’s existing E or A track and is made from high
July 13, 2017
Gear
Here’s one multi-tool TSA won’t confiscate
Leatherman’s new Juice CS3 is not only plane-friendly, but it’s also packed with functionality for everything from lunch in the breakroom to a campground cookout. It features four tools and the quality you expect from the Leatherman brand. It’s lightweight and compact, weighing only 1.5oz and measuring in at 3.45” closed. Inside, you’ll find four […]
July 13, 2017
Business
One20 partners with RoadsideMasters to offer free roadside assistance for truckers
Starting in August, One20 users will be eligible to join RoadsideMasters’ Silver Level service for free, which includes truck and trailer towing, flat tire change, tire repair, mobile mechanic service, jump starts and more.
July 12, 2017
Equipment
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
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
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