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R287A steer tire
R287A steer tire for regional and long-haul applications has U.S. Environmental Protection Agency SmartWay-certified approval and is California Air Resources Board compliant.
March 26, 2010
Business
Toyo tire gets SmartWay approval
The Toyo M154 tire is now EPA SmartWay verified as a steer tire.
March 25, 2010
Business
Thermo King debuts 3 products
The company introduced an APU system, a multi-temperature unit and an electric standby option.
March 25, 2010
Business
Meritor shows 14X drive axle
The 14X axle is the signature component member of the company’s MPG Series, which is optimized for improved total lifecycle costs.
March 25, 2010
Business
Transicold shows hybrid reefer unit
The unit provides high refrigeration capacity and delivers up to 20 percent greater fuel efficiency than its predecessor.
March 24, 2010
Business
Kenworth adds Eaton, Bendix options
Kenworth also will add Bendix Wingman ACB – Active Cruise with Braking as an option for its T660, T700 and T800 Class 8 models.
March 24, 2010
Business
Bergstrom debuts battery-powered APU
The NITE Phoenix has a larger compressor, as well as an LCD digital user interface and battery monitoring system that make it easier for drivers to control the unit.
March 24, 2010
Business
Webasto offers shore power option
The shore power option extends Webasto’s focus to help truck owners significantly reduce or eliminate engine idling.
March 24, 2010
Business
Bendix offers system for International trucks
SmarTire monitors the pressure and temperature of each tire to provide real-time information.
March 24, 2010
Reader Rigs
Hank Good of Monticello, N.Y., owns this working s
Hank Good of Monticello, N.Y., owns this working show truck, a 1981 Kenworth K-100C VIT Aerodyne, powered by a 500-hp Detroit Diesel.
March 23, 2010
Business
Strick Trailers receives EPA SmartWay certification
Strick, based in Monroe, Ind., is now certified to produce dry van trailers to EPA SmartWay specifications.
March 22, 2010
Business
Natural gas engine
Kenworth has a natural gas engine for Kenworth T800 short hood and W900S models, the Cummins Westport ISL G.
March 22, 2010
Business
Wheel and tire cleaner
Foaming All Wheel & Tire Cleaner is a spray on, hose-off cleaner that is formulated to clean wheels and tires.
March 19, 2010
Business
Combustion chamber cleaner
Gold Eagle’s new upper cylinder and intake cleaner will be available later this month.
March 18, 2010
Equipment
Diesel formula
Gold Eagle’s Diesel Formula STA-BIL prevents sludge and sediment from forming in the fuel.
March 17, 2010
Equipment
Navistar begins e-commerce site
Navistar International Corp. became the first heavy-duty truck and bus manufacturer to sell parts online to customers through an e-commerce website integrated into www.partsmartparts.com, the company says.
March 16, 2010
Reader Rigs
John Steed, of Grand Junction, Colo., owns this 20
John Steed, of Grand Junction, Colo., owns this 2004 Kenworth W900L, which placed first in the working class combination category at the 2009 Mid-America Trucking Show. The truck is powered by a Caterpillar that has been modified to 1,500-hp and an 18-speed transmission.
March 16, 2010
Equipment
Bumper
Hendrickson’s Aero Clad bumper is made of stainless clad aluminum and is a production option on the International ProStar tractor
March 15, 2010
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