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ASA’s Jensen heavy-duty stereo

Jensen’s JHD36A heavy-duty stereo features Bluetooth hands-free calling and app control from any smartphone or tablet. The 180-watt Sirius XM-ready unit has a 12-volt DC power connection, and its conformal coating helps protect its components from the elements. ASA Electronics, www.asaelectronics.com

Giti’s SmartWay-verified drive tire

Giti’s SmartWay-verified GT Radial GDL651FS drive tire for long-haul applications has a low-rolling-resistance compound engineered to improve fuel economy and deliver low heat generation for added durability. Four zigzag longitudinal grooves are designed

Panasonic’s tough tablets

Panasonic’s FZ-Q2 Semi-Rugged 2-in-1 Windows Toughpad Tablet has a standard full-sized keyboard and built-in protection and is equipped with a 6th Generation Intel Core m5 vPro processor for advanced performance with a flexible form factor, making it suitable for enterprise deployments. The FZ-Q2 provides 4G connectivity and includes a field-serviceable solid-state drive. The company’s FZ-A2 […]

Purkeys’ electrical analyzer

Purkeys’ roll-around Benchtop Electrical Analyzer is designed to test heavy-duty electrical systems and record the testing history with printable results. Multiple leads help technicians easily test cranking, battery, charging and liftgate systems. The analyzer can apply up to 400 amps for automated load tests while checking for voltage drop. Purkeys, www.purkeys.net

Dana, Navistar ink driveline component supply deal

Dana Incorporated Tuesday says the company has entered into a multi-year agreement with Navistar to supply driveline components for on-highway, city-delivery, bus, and vocational vehicles. Under the terms of the agreement, Navistar will have access to Dan

Kyocera’s durable smartphone

Kyocera’s DuraForce Pro with Sapphire Shield smartphone is built to be waterproof and dustproof and to meet military standards for harsh conditions. The 5-inch Sapphire Shield display is engineered to be scratchproof, and the built-in 1080p HD camera can take wide shots. The device supports Verizon LTE Advanced for 50 percent faster peak speeds. Kyocera, […]

Purkeys’ clip-on ammeter

Purkeys’ Milliamp Clip-On Ammeter is designed to detect a parasitic load by measuring low current in electrical systems without disconnecting any cords from the power source. The ammeter is engineered to measure the magnetic field generated by current flowing through the conductor by clamping its interlocking jaws around a wire. Purkeys, www.purkeys.net

Ridewell’s self-steer auxiliary suspension

Ridewell’s RSS-2361000 self-steer auxiliary suspension for I-beam axle integration is designed for single-wheel applications and is rated with a 13,500-pound capacity. The suspension has an adjustable frame width and low-maintenance polyurethane bushings.

Dometic’s solar-powered auxiliary A/C

Dometic’s Blizzard Turbo auxiliary air conditioner for Class 8 sleepers now is available with eNow’s Solar Photovoltaic Panel system. The solar-powered auxiliary A/C harnesses the sun’s power to capture and store energy in the onboard battery system and d

Prestolite’s LoadHandler reefer alternator line

Prestolite’s LoadHandler refrigeration alternators are engineered to provide high-efficiency performance for multi-temperature and multi-stop cold-chain applications. The drop-in replacement alternators have a heavy-duty housing and a dual internal fan de

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MRL Transport owner Mark Ledford today hauls direct freight outbound for customers in part built from his years of ownership of another fleet, since sold after years of growth. MRL in some ways is Ledford's effort to right-size a business for his life today.

Right-sizing for management: MRL Transport owner Mark Ledford hits five trucks

Ledford got his start trucking after working a dock where his manager said Ledford would never drive truck. Not only would he drive, he'd grow a fleet well beyond 30 trucks before selling out. MRL Transport is his second turn in the barrel, and Ledford's hit a profitability sweet spot.

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