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Phillips’ trailer brake in-line filter
Phillips’s Air-Defense System is a trailer brake in-line filtration system for both service and emergency lines designed to trap debris before it can lead to expensive and time-consuming damage and repairs. The system incorporates the company’s Quick-Chan
June 23, 2015
Gear
Northern Tool and Equipment’s trailer jack
Northern Tool and Equipment’s Ultra-Tow trailer jack features the company’s proprietary fast-action technology and components designed to nearly eliminate cranking. The jack has a step-down base engineered for hands-free use with a foot tap and foot pedal
June 23, 2015
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Business
DOT mandate for rollover avoidance systems published, making rule law
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration published a Final Rule on the Federal Register Tuesday that will require all trucks made Aug. 1, 2017, and after be equipped will electronic stability control systems to prevent vehicle rollovers.
June 23, 2015
Business
Diesel prices continue to decline, drop 1 cent from last week
The average price for a gallon of on-highway diesel continued its slight decline, dropping 1.1 cents during the week ending June 22, according to the Department of Energy’s weekly report.
June 23, 2015
Business
EPA, DOT announce proposed regulations for Phase 2 of GHG, fuel efficiency standards
The proposed standards will begin in model year 2018 for trailers and 2021 for tractors and culminate in vehicle-wide — engine, truck and trailer — standards for model year 2027 vehicles.
June 19, 2015
Business
Kenworth recalling more than 100,000 vehicles, Pete a few thousand
Paccar Inc., who manufactures Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks, has notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of several recalls, which were issued last week.
June 18, 2015
Business
C.R. England unveils new military tribute tractors for Honored Veterans fleet
C.R. England announced it is honoring its military veteran drivers and employees with the addition of six new military-themed trucks and two trailers to the company’s “Honored Veterans” fleet.
June 16, 2015
Business
Diesel price down for third straight week, hovering a dime below $3
The average price for a gallon of on-highway diesel dropped 1.4 cents this week, marking the third consecutive week of a price drop.
June 16, 2015
Business
New Mack LR refuse-haul low-cab forward truck
The 11-liter Mack MP7 diesel engine is standard in the LR model, delivering 325-345 hp and 1,200-1,280 lb.-ft. of torque. The Cummins Westport ISL G natural gas engine is optional.
June 15, 2015
Gear
Cooper’s severe-duty Roadmaster tire
Cooper’s Roadmaster RM230 HH tire now is available in size 275/70R22.5 for severe-duty applications such as logging and mining. The tire is designed to withstand stone penetration with an 18-ply rating (load range J) construction, a 22/32-inch tread depth
June 11, 2015
Business
Collision avoidance systems recommended by NTSB for all new vehicles
The National Transportation Safety Board released a report Monday recommending collision avoidance systems become standard on all new passenger and commercial vehicles.
June 11, 2015
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POLL: What’s your truck’s oil-change interval?
Whether your oil-change interval varies based on oil analysis results or not, what’s your most common interval for change?
June 11, 2015
Business
Next generation of heavy-duty engine oil expected before 2017
The key PC-11 goals are to improve oxidation stability (basically, handle the hotter engine temps), reduce aeration, provide scuffing and adhesive wear protection and improve shear stability.
June 11, 2015
Business
Kenworth opens new parts and service facility in Lafayette, Ind.
Lower Great Lakes Kenworth has opened a 10,000 square-foot parts and service facility in Lafayette, Ind., with convenient access to Interstate 65, State Route 38 and the Sagamore Parkway.
June 8, 2015
Gear
Minimizer’s fifth-wheel plate
Minimizer’s Slick Plate is made of poly plastic and is designed to remove the need for grease and prolong the fifth wheel’s life. The device is engineered to facilitate less friction, easier handling and added maneuverability and comes with all necessary
June 8, 2015
Business
Average diesel price drops 2.5 cents from last week
The average price for a gallon of on-highway diesel is on the decline for the second week in a row after a drop last week ended a six-week streak of rising prices.
June 8, 2015
Business
Shell, TA add liquefied natural gas lanes in San Antonio, Dallas stations
Shell announced recently its liquefied natural gas (LNG) fuel is now available at two addition TravelCenters of American truck stops in Texas.
June 7, 2015
Business
Peterbilt opening new Lincoln, Neb. dealership
A new Peterbilt heavy-truck dealership is under construction along Interstate 80 in Lincoln, Neb.
June 6, 2015
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