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Operators vent over EOBR

Many drivers expressed disdain for electronic onboard recorders and the intent to mandate them at an FMCSA listening session.

March 23, 2012

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Dana housing axle option

System allows axles to be adapted to either wide-base single tires or traditional duals.

March 23, 2012

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WABCO air suspension

WABCO Holdings Inc. is showcasing the North American version of its electronically controlled air suspension technology at the 2012 Mid-America Trucking Show. The ECAS technology reduces fuel costs for trucks and buses while helping to make vehicles more efficient and environmentally friendly, the company said. The technology maximizes traction of 6×2 trucks while minimizing tire […]

March 23, 2012

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Utility double deck loading system

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. introduced a new optional double deck loading system for its dry vans March 23 in Louisville, Ky. The new system is “…designed for maximizing trailer cube space and to increase overall freight capacity,” the company said. It can support up to 500 pounds per square foot with a 26,000-lb. total rating. […]

March 23, 2012

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Arrow Back on the Road winner named

Billy Basenburg will soon be driving cross-country in a new truck, with a new job and renewed spirit.

March 23, 2012

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FMCSA inspector outlines top hazards

Top driver problems are logbook issues, record of duty status isn’t current, isn’t in possession of a medical certificate, doesn’t speak English and carrier requires or allows driver to drive after 14 hours on duty.

March 23, 2012

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Paccar’s Sobic bullish on truck production

Executive expects a 2.9 percent to 3.9 percent increase in demand for trucks bigger than 6 tons by 2015.

March 23, 2012

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Loathe to deadhead but may have to

We spent a pleasant day in Sparks, Nev. today but are still sitting here without freight to haul.

March 23, 2012

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CSA change will help flatbeds

Flatbed carriers will get some relief on their safety rating under a new change in how securement is weighted in the CSA program.

March 22, 2012

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FMCSA: Drivers not rated

FMCSA official contends truck drivers do not get a CSA score, as do carriers.

March 22, 2012

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GT Radial trailer tire

GT Radial introduced its GT979 FS trailer tire, which has received SmartWay verification, to the North American market Thursday in Louisville, Ky. The addition gives the company a SmartWay truck tire for every axle position. Other GT Radial tires are the GSL213 FS steer tire and GT669+ FS drive tire. “This is great news for […]

March 22, 2012

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Mack offers powertrain, service packages

Company introduced Super Econodyne powertrain and Pedigree Uptime Protection service and support package.

March 22, 2012