February 25 2015 - Equipment
Crysteel Manufacturing
The Crysteel Manufacturing A-Tipper is an aluminum dump body designed for contractors and municipalities with improved strength, durability and efficiency.
Tags: Corrosion, Crysteel Manufacturing, Aluminum, Dump Bodies
February 18 2015 - Products
Meritor
Meritor has developed a larger trailer axle said to be stronger but lighter than its current 5-inch-diameter tube-type product. The MTec6 experiences less bending at the wheel end and better tire wear, and cuts out 40 pounds of material.
Tags: Technology & Maintenance Council, Axles, Meritor, Tires, Lightweighting
February 17 2015 - Products
Lightning Hybrids
Lightning Hybrids, which makes hydraulic hybrid systems for medium- and heavy-duty trucks and buses, is debuting the use of its emission-reducing brake regeneration technology on a walk-in van.
Tags: Hydraulic Hybrid, Walk-in Van, Morgan Olson, Lightning Hybrids
February 16 2015 - Products
Dana Holding Corp.
Dana's new online course will delve into the basic principles, benefits, and challenges associated with engine downspeeding. It also provides a one-stop source for key drivetrain system knowledge, individual component specifications, literature, videos, images, service bulletins, and parts books.
Tags: Dana Holding Corp., Downspeed, Technology & Maintenance Council, Vehicle Spec'ing, Drivetrains, Fuel Efficiency
February 16 2015 - Products
Capacity Trucks
Sabre features include a 13% stronger main frame, a lower skid ramp to more easily pick up low-nosed trailers, 30% faster actuation of the fifth-wheel boom, easily replaceable parts, and a more comfortable cab.
Tags: Capacity, Terminal Tractors, Technology & Maintenance Council
February 12 2015 - Products
Detroit Diesel
Detroit Diesel introduced the Model 6 Detroit Drive Axle, designed for smoother performance and better fuel economy.The Model 6 is available for single drive 4x2 or tandem 6x2 configurations.
Tags: Detroit Diesel, Axles, Tandem axle
February 2 2015 - Equipment
Volvo Trucks North America
Volvo Trucks introduced the Volvo VAH 630, a new sleeper model designed for the long-haul segment of the trucking market. The VAH 630 is currently available for order.
Tags: Volvo Trucks, Sleepercab, Volvo VAH
December 16 2014 - Products
Andersen Flaps
Andersen Flaps will now offer its Eco-flaps splash guard line in 18-inch widths that can be paired with wide-based tires.
Tags: Andersen Flaps
December 10 2014 - Products
Utility Trailers
Utility Trailers added roll stability protection from Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems as a standard feature on the 3000R base model refrigerated trailer. The safety feature will be added to trailers beginning with orders received in January 2015.
Tags: Bendix, Reefers, Roll Stability, Utility Trailer Manufacturing, Trailers
November 24 2014 - Products
Kenworth Truck Co.
Kenworth has three new options that extend the applications range for its medium-duty cabovers. More back-of-cab space and right-hand steering allow body-mounting flexibility and specialty work.
Tags: Medium-Duty Trucks, Cabovers, Kenworth K270, Kenworth K370, Kenworth
November 20 2014 - Products
Talbert Trailers
Talbert released the 4050TA trailer as part of its Traveling Axle Series for haulers who need a California-legal trailer with a lower deck height to clear bridges and tunnels when transporting taller equipment.
Tags: California, Trailers, Talbert Trailers, Dropdeck Trailers