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Allison 10-speed automatic transmission
Production will begin in October 2012, and ramp up to maximum levels by 2013.
September 14, 2011
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Allison shows new 10-speed automatic transmission
Maker says production will begin in October 2012, and ramp up to maximum levels by 2013.
September 14, 2011
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Sara Hayes and her son Owen of Leesburg, Ga., dubb
Sara Hayes and her son Owen of Leesburg, Ga., dubbed their 2005 Kenworth W900L the Dump Bucket Cadillac. Owen likens operating the truck to driving a Cadillac and says it is one of the nicest pulling dump loads in south Georgia. The truck is powered by a 550-hp Caterpillar and a 13-speed transmission.
September 14, 2011
Business
Peterbilt updates refuse model
Peterbilt remodeled its Model 320 truck by taking steps to improve maneuverability, increase utility and enhance driver comfort, the truck maker says. The new 320 has two steering gear options, a light-weight battery box, an ergonomic seat and tri-plane mirrors. For more information, visit the Peterbilt website.
September 14, 2011
Reader Rigs
This 2002 Peterbilt 379, owned by David McDaniel o
This 2002 Peterbilt 379, owned by David McDaniel of Jefferson City, Tenn., is equipped with a 550-hp Catherpillar and 18-speed transmission. McDaniel says he began adding parts right after he bought it in 2006. He’s installed chrome where possible on the inside. On the exterior, he’s added 8-inch stacks, custom mud flaps and clear LED […]
September 7, 2011
Reader Rigs
Scott Mueller chose the blue and silver paint job
Scott Mueller chose the blue and silver paint job on his 2007 Western Star 4900, bought new, to express his love for the Dallas Cowboys. A third-generation driver from Fremont, Wis., Mueller hauls equipment and machinery nationwide with the truck, which is powered by a 550-hp Caterpillar and an 18-speed transmission.
August 31, 2011
Business
Flatbed load securement system
Utility Trailer Manufacturing, the industry-leading manufacturer of refrigerated trailers and a leader in dry vans, curtain-side flats and other trailers, is now offering its Adjustable Load Securement System as an option on Utility flatbeds. It’s a new tie-down system for the company’s 4000A Tautliner curtain-sided trailers and the Conestoga 2. “Our goal was to offer […]
August 26, 2011
Business
New business/equipment service for owner-operators, fleets
A new full-service trucking and transport resource, OnRamp Transportation Services, offers both equipment and business services to carriers, contractors and owner-operators. The West Valley City, Utah-headquartered company “saw a tremendous need in the marketplace,” said OnRamp president Michael Fife, for its brand of carrier and diver service. The company “combines equipment, finance, sales and leasing […]
August 26, 2011
Business
Bridgestone introduces three new mixed-service tires
Bridgestone has introduced two new truck tires and a wide-based trailer tire, the company announced Aug. 26 at the Great American Trucking Show in Dallas. The M799 mixed-service drive tire’s primary use is on-highway service, but the tire can be used for occasional gravel applications. The tire has an all-steel casing for durability and […]
August 25, 2011
Business
Minimizer introduces chrome poly fender
A new chrome poly fender is designed for durability and long shine, said Minimizer CEO Craig Kruckeberg Thursday at the product’s launch.
August 25, 2011
Reader Rigs
Tony Reiter transports petroleum in the Midwest in
Tony Reiter transports petroleum in the Midwest in this 2008 Peterbilt 388, powered by a 525-hp Cummins and 18-speed transmission. The truck is outfitted with a GPS, satellite radio and Webasto bunk heater.
August 23, 2011
Business
Utility releases side skirt
A new advanced aerodynamic side skirt, the USS-120A, is now available from Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. The skirt is U.S. EPA SmartWay certified, and its usage can lead to at least 5 percent fuel savings. Galvanized high tensile steel braces allow the skirt to move both inward and outward. The product is available factory-installed on […]
August 18, 2011
Reader Rigs
Randy Rollins of Jacksonville, Ill., drives this 2
Randy Rollins of Jacksonville, Ill., drives this 2005 Kenworth W900L, owned by Envirovac Waste Transport. Dubbed “Wasted,” the truck is equipped with a 475-hp Cummins and a 13-speed transmission. Rollins hauls hazardous waste throughout the Midwest.
August 18, 2011
Business
Truck and tire cleaning system
The Vehicle & Equipment Washers system provides a way for drivers to clean their trucks and tires and help control debris. The VEWI system is self-contained, and it recycles and filters water in the cleaning process. Systems can be customized to fulfill vehicle needs, the company says. The system is available through J&J Truck Equipment. […]
August 15, 2011
Business
Double Coin relaunches website
A newly redesigned website is intended to be more user friendly, Double Coin Tires and China Manufacturers Alliance announced. The site includes a wider viewing area, new tire images and a resource center for downloadable information and reference. Viewers can now access more customer testimonials and browse product details. Double Coin tire dealerships and truck […]
August 11, 2011
Reader Rigs
Jim Lammon, of Grass Lake, Mich., haul flatbed fre
Jim Lammon, of Grass Lake, Mich., haul flatbed freight regionally with this 1985 Peterbilt 359. The truck is powered by a 400-hp Caterpillar and 15-speed transmission. “Old iron is getting harder to come by these days, so when I see an old truck like mine, you can bet I will compliment you on it,” Lammon […]
August 10, 2011
Reader Rigs
Drew Jorgensen and his father haul sheep around Ut
Drew Jorgensen and his father haul sheep around Utah, California and Colorado in their 2008 Kenworth W900L. The family has about 3,000 sheep on its Utah ranch. The truck is equipped with a 550-hp Caterpillar and 18-speed transmission and pulls a 1997 48-foot Wilson sheep trailer. “It’s kind of become a toy for us,” Jorgensen […]
August 3, 2011
Business
Vocational tire
Continental released two new construction tires, the HSC1 and the HDC1. The HSC1, a heavy steer construction tire, is designed with a wider tread and a shoulder rib and has a patented tread pattern that prevents stone retention. The HDC1 is an extra-deep drive tire for construction service and features a full 32/32-inch tread depth […]
August 3, 2011
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