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Newsby StaffJanuary 3, 2019

Achates Names New President and CEO

The developer of opposed-piston engines has named long-time Cummins executive David Crompton as president and CEO.

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Newsby StaffDecember 13, 2018

Detroit Connect Analytics Extended to More Truck Models

Daimler Trucks North America updated its Detroit Connect Analytics service to include additional truck models and as an added option in the aftermarket.

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ProductsDecember 11, 2018

Utility Trailer Aerodynamic Tail Reduces Drag

Utility Trailer Manufacturing has introduced the Utility Aerodynamic Tail, designed to improve fuel efficiency.

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Newsby StaffDecember 11, 2018

Western Star 5700XE Receives Aerodynamic Fairing Option

Western Star has added an aerodynamic roof fairing option for its 5700XE 82-inch, ultra-high roof sleeper models.

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Newsby StaffDecember 6, 2018

J.B. Hunt Adds Fuso eCanter Electric Trucks

J.B. Hunt Transport Services has added five Fuso eCanter all-electric medium-duty box trucks to its final-mile fleet.

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Newsby StaffNovember 29, 2018

NACFE Plans Run on Less Event for Regional Fleets

The North American Council for Freight Efficiency is in the early planning stages of a regional version of its 2017 Run on Less fuel-economy road show.

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Newsby StaffNovember 29, 2018

Jacobs Diesel Engine Decompression System Can Save Fuel

Jacobs Vehicle Systems says its new Active Decompression Technology will allow stop-start functionality for diesel engines while eliminating start-up and shutdown vibrations.

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Articlesby Jim ParkNovember 16, 2018

Tire Makers Are Thinking Ahead to GHG Phase 2 Standards

EPA’s GHG Phase 2 rules are still a couple of years off, but tire makers are already designing and testing new ultra-low-rolling-resistance tires.

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Trailer Talkby Tom BergNovember 7, 2018

Simulation Shows Eco Flaps Reduce Drag on Tanker Rigs

An analysis of four tanker configurations showed drag reduction of more than 2%. But Senior Contributing Editor Tom Berg suggests another way to cut drag – eliminating tanker fenders, which act like sails and pull backwards on the trailer.

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Newsby StaffOctober 30, 2018

International Unveils LT Series Fuel Economy Enhancements

International Trucks announced a host of new fuel economy enhancements for its LT Series tractor

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