Senior Contributing Editor Tom Berg thinks Northwest-style trailers and "pups" are worth writing about.
There is no single lift-axle configuration that works everywhere, because of the wide variety of state and local regulations applicable to axle weights and spreads.There are many things to consider when adding liftable or steerable axles to a truck to increase payload capacity.
The American Council of Frame and Alignment Specialists will offer a technician training clinic on alignment in August.
Nothing is more important to your fleet’s success than properly spec’d trucks. But there are thousands of options out there, so determining which specs are best for your needs can be a challenge. Here's some advice from a longtime spec'ing authority.
SAF-Holland announced that it will open its new western region Aftermarket Distribution Center in Phoenix.
Allison Transmission unveiled an electrified e-axle system for medium-and heavy-duty trucks, a fully integrated electric powertrain system being tested in a Peterbilt Model 579.
Kenworth has expanded its option offerings for the company’s medium-duty cabover K370 and K270 models, including a new axle, suspension, driveline, and other components.
Hendrickson has announced the availability of Lift Axle parts information through its Plus+ Parts Look Up System.
Lion Electric has named Dana as a preferred supplier of both traditional and new electric drivetrain components for its all-electric, Class 8 urban delivery vehicle, Dana announced at TMC, along with a new medium-duty drive axle.
The Bendix Versajust GS Slack Adjuster is designed for vehicles requiring grounded automatic slack adjusters, because the brake envelope cannot accommodate slacks that use the more common link-style construction.