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General Motors has strengthened its 2009-model G-4500 chassis and increased its gross vehicle weight rating by 1,900 pounds and its towing capacity by as much as 2,400 pounds

Eaton has made ordering replacement kits for Fuller clutches simpler and faster by combining key clutch and transmission components into one convenient package

The new Rotary Lift Retrofit 60 in-ground lift enables fleets to replace their failing heavy-duty in-ground lifts with new, high-capacity models using their existing pits

Rotary Lift's new X Pad frame-contact adapter for its MOD30 in-ground lift allows the lift to be used with light vehicles

SkyBitz, in partnership with StarTrak Systems, is launching the SkyBitz Reefer Control Solution, an affordable refrigeration monitoring and control technology

DriverTech LLC has integrated ALK's CoPilot Truck navigation into its tri-mode mobile communications and onboard computing system

SKF now provides a unique all-in-one rebuild kit that contains everything needed to service ConMet's PreSet hub assemblies

By Steve Sturgess, Executive Editor

Heavy truck safety is getting a huge boost through technology of late, thanks to a couple of almost simultaneous launches.

Tags: Qualcomm, anti-rollover systems, Safety

By Deb Whistler, Editor

Many things can sway public perception of trucks. One frequent and dangerous occurrence is flying debris from failed tires.

Tags: Driver Safety, TRIB, Tires, Retreads

By Doug Condra, President

SAV Transportation Group knows that hiring the right people is critical to building a trucking powerhouse.

Tags: Truck Fleet Innovators, HDT Truck Fleet Innovators

Truck Works Inc., Phoenix, which makes custom-built tanker bodies, announced it has a new, cost-effective technology for corrosion resistance

A redesigned interior for Ford's E series full-size vans includes a new dashboard, instrument panel and console with increased storage and electronics options

Ford this month announced the European-engineered Transit Connect compact commercial van, aimed at small business owners

Smart Energy Solutions, developer and manufacturer of the Battery Brain electronic controller for vehicle and marine batteries, is launching a new high-capacity Battery Brain for the truck and bus markets

Universal Boot Inc., which manufactures a conical kingpin lock for trailers, has developed a secure lightweight trailer anti-theft device

RigMaster Power Corp. has an expanded product offering for 2008 as well as a number of product enhancements on all its APU models

Professional tire service technicians know that lifting large tire and wheel assemblies can put a lot of extra stress on their backs, with the potential to cause serious injuries. Ken-Tool has developed a new wheel-lifting tool

RouteTracker is an electronic on board recorder (EOBR) that combines GPS and engine diagnostics information for small, medium and large vehicle fleets

Horton Inc. has introduced the new higher-torque EC600 electromagnetic on/off fan drive designed for use on medium-duty trucks, buses and off-highway equipment.

Rostra Precision Controls has introduced a ParkPilot Ultrasonic Smart Parking System designed for pickup trucks that did not come factory equipped with obstacle sensing

Carrier Transicold's IntelliSet trailer refrigeration control option has been improved with new preset profiles that make it easier to program for better temperature management and fuel economy.

The newest addition to the Rogers line of flatbed trailers is the 40-ton capacity oil field float

Safety Pumping Systems (SPS) says its complete line of Safety Bumps and Safety Locks are now available through PT Coupling Co., headquartered in Enid, Okla. Safety Bumps replace traditional cam and groove caps and plugs

Safety Pumping Systems, headquartered in San Diego, said its revolutionary pump system is now available as a "System-in-a-Box" kit. System-in-a-Box contains everything needed to assemble a base SPS system with a customer

Mac Tools is introducing the new HD Scan Tool - ET3417. Priced at $1,700, this heavy-duty scan tool is perfect for heavy-duty shops that need a second tool in the shop and for their mobile repair trucks.

Yokohama has introduced two new commercial truck tires - the 103ZR and 501ZA - both part of Yokohama Tire's eco-friendly, ultra-high-tech Z.environment line, which features truck tires that last longer and are more fuel efficient

Motor Wheel Commercial Vehicle Systems, a supplier of commercial highway axle-end components, has launched its new CentriSet Trailer Hub System, a pre-adjusted, low maintenance, low-weight

PetroLiance LLC has expanded its Medallion Plus product line by introducing a proven line of proprietary antifreeze to customers throughout its service area. Medallion PlusGuard Antifreeze, previously available in the company'

J. J. Keller & Associates Inc. has just introduced Fuel Tax Master Online, a web-based application that helps motor carriers report quarterly fuel tax information. Fuel Tax Master Online produces IFTA-required reports base

Michelin Americas Truck Tires has taken its best-selling regional tire, the all-position Michelin XZE tire, and made it better, according to Marc Laferriere, vice president of marketing for Michelin Americas Truck Tires.

Sterling Truck Corp. said the new DD15 engine is now available for order in the heavy-duty Sterling Set-Back A-Line and Set-Back L-Line models. The DD15 is the result of the largest investment eve

The Great Dane SSL dry freight van on display at the this week's Technology and Maintenance Council Exhibition in Orlando, Fla. showcases aerodynamic features backed by the EPA SmartWay Program. In addition, the focal poin

Thermo King has announced the launch of three new remote status light displays for reefer-equipped trailers. The displays make it easy for drivers to check on the status, temperature and fuel level of their unit

Nexiq Technologies Inc, which designs and produces diagnostic solutions and services for the commercial-vehicle industry, has introduced Pro-Link iQ, a hand-held scan tool for commercial vehicle repair,