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Rheem’s hot water hose sprayer
Rheem’s HotWave multipurpose hose sprayer uses tankless water heating technology to provide continuous hot water outdoors to help save users time and effort when washing their vehicles. A plug-and-play design easily attaches and works with any garden hose
July 30, 2019
Business
More than 25,000 Volvo trucks recalled over transmission issues
Two recalls affecting Volvo VAH, VHD, VNL and VNR models ranging from model year 2018 to model year 2020 include more than 25,000 trucks. Both recalls deal with potential issues in the transmissions.
July 29, 2019
Business
Black Alcoa wheels now an option on Kenworth trucks
Kenworth has added Alcoa‘s new Dura-Black Wheels as an option for its heavy and medium-duty conventional truck models.
July 25, 2019
Business
One driver, two trucks — Peloton aims for Level 4 platooning platform
Peloton Technologies, who earned an investment from Volvo in 2015, said last week during the Automated Vehicle Symposium in Orlando that it’s aiming to build out a Level 4 platooning platform that relies on vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication to enable a single-driver to operate a pair of tractor-trailers.
July 23, 2019
Business
GATS to showcase newer model trucks in New Truck Pavilion
The show will boast the New Truck Pavilion for the first time this year, which will host a display of newer model trucks. Four trucks have been announced so far, and more trucks will be announced as the show approaches.
July 23, 2019
Business
Volvo, Samsung partner to develop batteries for electric trucks
Volvo Group and Samsung on Thursday announced the formation of a strategic alliance that will develop battery packs for Volvo Group’s electric trucks. Working with Samsung SDI, Volvo says it hopes to accelerate the speed of development and strengthen the long-term capabilities of electric trucks across all segments and markets.
July 22, 2019
Business
Paccar, Autocar issue recalls for certain medium-duty, vocational trucks
Paccar’s recall affects certain model year 1990-2020 Peterbilt model 320 and 520 trucks with rear amber turn signals that may light up when the brakes are applied. Autocar’s recall affects certain 2013-2018 Xpeditor trucks in which the drive shaft support cross member could fail.
July 22, 2019
Business
Caterpillar dealers form all-makes truck service network
The network initially will consist of 65 locations with 450 service bays across 12 states, with potential for other Cat dealers to join. The RIG360 network has a “90-Minute Promise,” which states it will make an initial diagnosis of a truck’s condition, troubleshoot the issue, and deliver a verdict within 90 minutes.
July 19, 2019
Business
New retread facility in Florida
Marangoni Tread North America Inc. has added the Pride Enterprises retread facility in Avon Park, Fla., to its Marangoni Ringtread network.
July 18, 2019
Business
New products, tech to be showcased at GATS
The Featured Product Pavilion will showcase products including ELDs, telematics systems, equipment for trucks, products for drivers and more.
July 18, 2019
Business
Expedite Expo 2019 kicks off Friday, July 19, in Fort Wayne, Ind.
The 19th annual Expedite Expo two-day trade show and conference devoted to the expedited trucking segment kicks off this Friday in a new location — Fort Wayne, Ind. — after a run of years in Lexington, Ky.
July 17, 2019
Business
3+3-axle expandable and extendable platform trailer
The new Faymonville MultiMax remains within a length of 53 feet and a width of 100 inches when closed. The trailer stretches to over 90 feet, including the gooseneck, thanks to a double stretch beam between gooseneck and front bogie and a single extension between the two tridem axles.
July 16, 2019
Business
Lenders tighten credit standards for owner-operator truck purchases as market softens
Owner-operators hoping to purchase a truck likely will now face new hurdles, as lenders in recent weeks have begun stiffening credit standards for equipment purchases, especially for one-truck operators, says Rob Misheloff, founder of equipment leasing and finance brokerage SmarterFinanceUSA.
July 16, 2019
Gear
Continental’s renamed long-haul tire
Continental is renaming its Conti Hybrid HS3 long-haul tire to Conti HSL 3 for improved clarity and to help dealers and fleets pinpoint the tire’s application and usage at a glance. The new name spells out the vehicle classification (heavy), axle designat
July 16, 2019
Business
Longer warranty period for Eaton clutches
Eaton is increasing the standard manufacturer warranties for its Advantage and EverTough Series aftermarket clutches.
July 15, 2019
Channel 19
Sliding trailer tandems sticking? Pack wheel chocks in the side box (or elsewhere)
Do you carry a set of chocks? Though they haven’t been required equipment for most truckers for years, plenty pullers still carry a set — or a four-by-four or other alternative — for this and other purposes.
July 15, 2019
Gear
Purkeys’ accessory battery charger
Purkeys’ SteadyCharge Accessory Battery Charger is designed to monitor and maintain an optimal charge level in accessory batteries serving trailer refrigeration and heating units by preventing battery depletion during periods of inactivity without overcha
July 12, 2019
Gear
Bosch’s wireless battery and starter/charger system tester
Bosch’s BAT 120 wireless battery and starter/charger system tester is engineered to perform faster battery system tests and receive full alternator health reports. The tester is designed to work on 6- and 12-volt automotive batteries, including regular fl
July 12, 2019
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