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Legislation to require side underride guards on trailers reintroduced in Congress
The bill, dubbed the Stop Underrides Act, would require underride guards on the sides and front of a truck and would update the standards for underrides on the back of trailers. It would also add underride guards as part of the required annual inspections for trucks.
March 7, 2019
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Bridgestone increases Dayton brand tire prices
Bridgestone announced this week a 20 percent price increase on Dayton truck and bus radial tires sold in the U.S. shipped on or after March 5. The company cites “increased business costs and other market dynamics” for the increase.
March 7, 2019
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Quebec dealer takes Kenworth’s top award
Kenworth Maska received the 2018 Kenworth Dealer of the Year Award for the United States and Canada at the annual Kenworth Dealer Meeting held recently in San Diego. A variety of other dealers accepted gold and silver quality awards and others in special categories.
March 6, 2019
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Navistar ordered to pay $1.3M to fleet in case over MaxxForce engines
Attorneys for Dutch Maid Logistics say the final settlement could reach upwards of $2 million, once payback for attorney’s fees has been calculated. A Navistar spokesperson said the company is disappointed in the ruling and that Navistar is “reviewing its options” for proceeding.
March 5, 2019
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More than 26,000 Kenworth, Peterbilt, Volvo, Mack trucks recalled over transmission issue
The recalls from Paccar, Volvo and Mack all stem from issues on trucks equipped with automated manual transmissions. In the affected trucks, an internal component in the clutch assembly could fail. Daimler Trucks and Great Dane also recently issued unrelated recalls.
March 4, 2019
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Gear
Fontaine’s narrow Pete cab for utilities, steel haulers
Fontaine Modification Co. announced its development of a narrow cab for Peterbilt trucks to help fleets improve maneuverability and efficiency when hauling utility poles and steel to offroad sites. Fontaine narrowed the Model 365 6Ă—6 by 18.5 inches, takin
March 4, 2019
Business
Tools to help truckers get their jobs – and meals – done
In this month’s Gear Guide: A look at a few in-cab cookware items.
February 28, 2019
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Gear
ASA Electronics’ heavy-duty camera
ASA Electronics expanded its line of Voyager observation and safety equipment with the VCAHD140i Heavy Duty Camera, a surface-mount device designed for easy installation. The camera’s resolution is engineered to produce a high-definition picture using hig
February 27, 2019
Business
New location for Carolina KW dealer
Worldwide Kenworth of South Carolina's location has officially moved to a full-service and leasing facility in Summerville, South Carolina. More on Overdrive.
February 27, 2019
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Rear View Safety’s blind spot sensor, fatigue detector
Rear View Safety, a provider of vehicle safety systems, debuted its RVS-335 iVue Driver Fatigue System that uses advanced algorithms to alert drivers when detecting drowsiness. Suited for trucks and semi-trailers, the RVS-335 has a large detection range o
February 26, 2019
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Peterbilt names Dealer of the Year
Peterbilt recently honored and recognized its Dealer of the Year, The Peterbilt Store network, which operates operates 16 truck sales and service locations.
February 26, 2019
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Group ask Congress to allow 33-foot doubles
An organization that represents a number of prominent trucking companies recently renewed its call for longer trailers. Learn more here on Overdrive Online.
February 25, 2019
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Hydrogen-electric stakeholders agree to develop fueling standards for heavy-duty vehicles
Hydrogen-electric stakeholders have signed a MOU to test hydrogen fueling hardware to work toward development in standardization for fuel cell electric trucks.
February 25, 2019
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Gear
Link’s 20K self-steer auxiliary suspension
Link’s 20K self-steer auxiliary suspension features the company’s proprietary Swift Mount technology that facilitates faster installation, with interchangeable ride height brackets and a stepped-edge on the frame bracket that provides a visual indicator t
February 21, 2019
Business
Volvo Trucks’ dealers of the year
Volvo Trucks’ annual North American Dealer of the Year award recognized General Truck Sales of Muncie, Indiana, and its employees for outstanding performance in a number of key areas.
February 20, 2019
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AMG-Security’s anti-theft alarm system
AMG-Security Technology’s CarPro-Tec GPS Plus, now available for heavy trucks, is a wireless anti-theft alarm system with a room volume sensor programmed to register any change in a tractor or trailer’s volume to detect another person, while a motion dete
February 19, 2019
Gear
Alcoa’s black aluminum wheels
Alcoa’s forged aluminum Dura-Black Wheels are available in Menacing Matte Black and are manufactured using proprietary technology and production processes to be lighter and stronger to help improve payload and fuel efficiency. Each wheel rim flange and mo
February 19, 2019
Business
Volvo adds driver workspace options to VNL, VNX
Volvo Trucks announced last week it will add optional ergonomically advanced workstation to its VNL 760, 740 and VNX 740 models, offering a flexible living and working environment for drivers.
February 19, 2019
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