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Diesel prices fall 3.1 cents to close out July
With the most recent price drop, a gallon of on-highway diesel in the U.S. now costs an average of $2.348.
August 1, 2016
Gear
TRP’s vocational air springs
TRP has added two air springs suited for off-road vocational applications. Part No. AS70360P, a cab suspension spring, is designed with a proprietary composite base that helps reduce weight without compromising performance or lifespan. Part No. AS9780S is
August 1, 2016
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Equipment
Tips for brake maintenance to lower costs, reduce violations
It’s no surprise that violations for brakes are among the most cited, given their constant wear and critical safety role. While that’s enough reason to keep them in shape, another big motivator is cost.
July 29, 2016
Business
Owner-operators need to ensure they’re using proper engine oil when new lubes come to market in December, API says
“New oils are coming. They’re coming very soon, and you need to make sure you know which one you’re supposed to use,” said Kevin Ferrick, manager of API’s global industry services certification programs. “Oils are different enough and unique enough today that you need to be sure you’re buying the right oil.”
July 28, 2016
Business
Several trailer manufacturers recall more than 30,000 trailers due to faulty valve component
An affected trailer, according to a notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, will have an audible air leak from the dash-mounted park control valve or red glad hand when it’s disconnected before the trailer is decoupled, and the leak will continue until the trailer reservoirs and spring brake chambers have no air pressure.
July 28, 2016
Business
eNow cab/trailer roof solar-charge system for battery-based APUs and more
Jeff Flath of eNow says the company’s five years’ worth of design and testing work with partners among the larger fleets has proven out the design of their system, ready to market to owner-operators with auxiliary battery-based anti-idling systems.
July 28, 2016
Gear
InventHelp’s tire pressure adapter strap
InventHelp’s TPMS Tire Pressure Adapter Strap is designed to allow a user to repair a tire’s broken air stem or sensor valve without having to replace the sensor. To install, a user centers the adapter on the rim’s outer section and places a large cable t
July 27, 2016
Business
Daimler brings industry’s first electric-powered truck
Daimler Trucks, parent company of Freightliner and Western Star, introduced Wednesday the industry’s first take on an electric-powered truck, besting upstart Nikola Motor Company and electric vehicle maker Tesla, both of whom announced plans this year for a heavy-duty electric truck.
July 27, 2016
Trucker of the Year
Owner-operator Gary Buchs’ ‘plan for success’
“People complain about the rates,” says owner-operator Gary Buchs, but “not everybody’s losing money.” Buchs suggests too much emphasis is placed on an aspect of the business that owner-operators have only partial degrees of control over. “It’s better,” he says, “to have your costs in line — I have total control over that.”
July 26, 2016
Business
Mack showcasing mDrive HD 13-speed AMT in virtual reality videos
Using virtual reality headgear, Google Cardboard or a smartphone, drivers can take a 360-degree look of the cab interior, while also seeing the truck while it’s operating in quarries and on the highway.
July 26, 2016
Equipment
Shell says ‘StarShip’ concept truck could be ready for cross-country fuel economy test by next spring
The futuristic and highly aerodynamic ‘StarShip’ concept truck in development by Shell Lubricants and AirFlow Truck Company could be completed as early as next spring, Shell marketing rep Kate Foucher last week.
July 26, 2016
Business
Cummins brings two new, rebranded 15-liter engines to market
Heavy-duty diesel engine maker Cummins this weekend introduced two new 15-liter engine offerings that will come to market late this year. The 2017 Cummins X15 engines offer two new configurations: The fuel-economy focused X15 Efficiency spec for long-haul applications and the X15 Performance spec for heavy-haul and other more demanding applications.
July 25, 2016
Business
Diesel prices down another 2.3 cents during most recent week
Diesel prices have fallen five out of the last six weeks.
July 25, 2016
Business
Ryder’s ChoiceLease flexible leasing options
While full-service leasing has been a mainstay among small private fleets, it’s growing as an option explored by owners of for-hire fleets large and small, Ryder says. ChoiceLease allows truckers to structure lease deals in three different ways.
July 25, 2016
Gear
Gates’ heavy-duty water pumps
Gates now offers six additional heavy-duty water pumps designed for popular heavy truck applications. The pumps are built using upgraded seals and bearings to handle heavy diesel loads, while precise face machining is engineered to facilitate a correct fi
July 22, 2016
Equipment
Tesla says it’s developing all-electric heavy-duty truck
Tesla, makers of electric and semi-automated sedans, announced this week in an online blog post it has already begun work on an electric-powered heavy-duty truck.
July 21, 2016
Business
Shell releases new diesel engine oil portfolio as part of next-gen oil category
The CK-4 Rotella products will replace the current CJ-4 Rotella oils used today and work with engines of all ages. The FA-4 products are designed for year-model 2017 and later engines and will have limited backwards compatibility.
July 19, 2016
Gear
IPD’s IPDSteel pistons for Cat engines
IPD’s IPDSteel pistons for Caterpillar C-Series engines (C7, C13, C15, C18, C27 and C32) are designed to meet today’s increased cylinder pressure specifications and feature precision-manufactured and -machined high-strength alloys for added durability. Th
July 19, 2016
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