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The bypass filter advantage
Part 2 in Kevin Rutherford’s series on oil-change strategy. While oil analysis gives you the information to handle drain intervals more sensibly, bypass filtration adds another dimension to save money and downtime.
August 26, 2013
Equipment
PHOTO: Welcome to the Big Apple, Kenworth T680
The ATD Heavy Duty Commercial Truck of the Year graced the digital display of the NASDAQ Tower in Times Square last week.
August 26, 2013
Channel 19
One owner-operator’s top 5 add-ons showcased at GATS
Owner-operator Marc Springer spent part of his time at the Great American Trucking Show scoping these various add-ons, from charge-assist solar panels to cargo devices, he thought could help his bottom line.
August 26, 2013
Electronic Logging Devices
Qualcomm sells Omnitracs; uDrove launches new EOBR
Electronic logging device market, benefiting from government efforts toward a mandate expected in the next couple years, saw big changes in the fourth week of August 2013.
August 26, 2013
Business
Aero-equipped Kevin Rutherford signature trailer geared toward owner-operators
Kevin Rutherford has added a new piece of equipment to his Signature Series line — A trailer designed and built to give owner-operators a fuel-efficient trailer.
August 23, 2013
Business
TrailerTail aiming for worldwide adoption (with video demonstration)
ATDynamics is continuing to plug away on its self-stated goal of retrofitting all 4 million trailers globally with its TrailerTail, announced the company’s VP of Sales, Kyle Houston, at a press event at The Great American Trucking Show in Dallas, Texas, Aug. 22. The company in the last three years has seen overall growth in […]
August 22, 2013
Business
Video log: Tagging along with a 10 mpg owner-operator
Overdrive Equipment Editor is riding from Alabama to Dallas with owner-operator Henry Albert, and the two are aiming to average 10 mpg during the course of the trip in Albert’s Freightliner Cascadia Evolution.
August 19, 2013
Equipment
Keeping air filters flowing freely
Want to keep your washable, reusable, lifetime Fleet-Air Filters clean and free-flowing? Here’s a tip: extra wraps.
August 16, 2013
Gear
Aluminum flatbed with sliding enclosure
East’s narrow-neck all-aluminum flatbed trailer has been combined with Sliding Systems Inc.’s all-aluminum Curtainside unit to facilitate lighter weight to haul freight heavy enough for a flatbed with the load capacity and enclosure of a van. The 8-inch n
August 14, 2013
Gear
Front suspension spring
SuperSprings’ low-density SumoSprings, now available for Isuzu N-Series’ front suspensions, bolts directly to the truck’s frame to help impede bottoming-out on rough roads. The device is designed to operate like an airbag and to provide smooth load engage
August 14, 2013
Gear
Trailer precure retread
Oliver Rubber’s Vantage Trailer II trailer precure retread – designed for single- and tandem-axle assemblies in long-haul over-the-road applications – is verified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s SmartWay program for low rolling resistance an
August 9, 2013
Business
Bosselman shop opens in Nebraska
Bosselman Boss Truck Shops, Inc. recently announced its newest location in Gretna, Neb., at Interstate 80, Exit 432. The shop is located adjacent to the Flying J Travel Plaza and is the company’s third shop to be built from the ground up. As part of the UNI-MAXX Truck Care network, Boss Shop customers gain additional […]
August 9, 2013
Equipment
Navistar’s SCR transition nearing fruition with TranStar model
The launch of the International TranStar regional-haul tractor with a MaxxForce 13 engine employing Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) emissions technology continues Navistar’s SCR transition.
August 8, 2013
Business
A few new sources for trucking discounts
A few new websites that enable dealers and fleets to mark down prices on parts and labor.
August 7, 2013
Business
Recall issued for some 2010-2012 model Kenworths
Paccar has issued a recall for some 2010-2012 Kenworth model T4 and W9 trucks built for an issue that could lead to a vehicle fire.
August 7, 2013
Business
Q&A: Navistar’s new President Bill Kozek talks move, Navistar’s future
New Navistar President Bill Kozek in a one-one-one interview discusses why he made the move to Navistar from Peterbilt and what lies ahead for his new employer, including challenges it faces and opportunities he sees.
August 7, 2013
Voices
How are CARB rules affecting your business?
With 1996-2004 model-year engines current under DPF retrofit or upgrade requirements and 2005-06 engines coming under the fun in January, this poll looks at owner-operators’ current California strategy.
August 7, 2013
Business
Pulling profits: The pros and cons of trailer ownership
Owning a trailer offers more revenue and business control. Is it right for you?
August 6, 2013
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'Great news for spot rates'? Supreme Court rules against Trump emergency tariffs
The court's ruling sets up potential for a "flood of goods out of bonded warehouses and foreign trade zones into the 'consumption channel'" with some further court action, according to one analyst. At once, the president claimed most tariffs would remain in one form or another. Details on the ruling here.
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