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Newsby StaffJune 22, 2018

Phillips Connect Technologies Acquires Polish Electrical Components Company

Phillips Connect Technologies has completed the purchase of Fortech Poland, a manufacturer and distributor of 24-volt electrical connectors and cables for commercial vehicles for the European Union market.

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ProductsMarch 27, 2018

Qwik Check Can Visually Confirm Electrical Signals from Trailers

The Phillips Industries Qwik-Check was developed for quick and easy confirmation of power within the seven-way connection between a truck and trailer.

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ProductsMarch 20, 2018

UStart Engine Starting System Available for Class 7-8 Trucks

Ioxus has added a uStart energy storage solution for Class 7 and Class 8 day cab trucks and tractors with up to 12-liter engines.

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Articlesby Jim ParkFebruary 20, 2018

The Case for On-Board Electrification in Class 8 Trucks

On-board electrification can take some of the load off the main diesel engine, allowing for greater operational flexibility and efficiency.

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Articlesby Jim ParkJanuary 16, 2018

The Future of Electrical Systems on Heavy Duty Trucks

Within a decade’s time we will probably have very different electrical systems on trucks than those in use today. The trucking industry is on the cusp of major changes to electrical systems for heavy duty trucks. Do we go to 24-volt or 48-volt systems — and what will it take to get there?

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ProductsJanuary 2, 2018

Ultracapacitor Support Module Can Jumpstart Low Batteries

The uStart engine starting system from Ioxus is an ultracapacitor-based, drop –in battery support module designed for Class 3-6 vehicles.

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ProductsJuly 14, 2017

Purkeys Offers Preventive Maintenance Tool

The Purkeys Handheld Electrical Analyzer allows technicians to quickly test the electrical systems of heavy-duty vehicles.

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ProductsMarch 31, 2017

Purkey’s Select Keeps Liftgate Batteries Charged

Purkey’s Select liftgate charging system is designed to fully and efficiently charge liftgate batteries from multiple sources and paths.

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ProductsJanuary 26, 2017

TouchTek Gen 4 Provides Control Over Vehicle Electrical Loads

Riverside Manufacturing has launched the TouchTek Gen 4, the latest version of its power distribution system designed to provide control over vehicle electrical loads.

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Articlesby Jim ParkJanuary 20, 2017

Is Your Electrical Maintenance Doing the Job?

Electrical problems will bring a truck to its knees, no matter how humble the source of the problem. Prevention begins with proper maintenance.

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