John G Smith
John G. Smith is Newcom Media's vice-president - content and design, and previously served as the editorial director of Today's Trucking, trucknews.com, and Transport Routier. The award-winning journalist began covering the trucking industry in 1995.
Enjoy Kenworth visions all year long
Kenworth fans can now stare at the truck designs all year long thanks to the latest calendars available at www.shopkenworth.com. The six-page, 26.25x28-inch Kenworth wall calendar features the T680 advantage, a T680 with an electric powertrain, a T880 mixer, T880S dump truck, a W990 mid-roof sleeper, and K370 cabover. There's an appointment calendar, too.
LoadHandler adds Class 6/7 starters
LoadHandler’s Power Products starter and alternator lineup now includes two new L29 starters that can be dropped in as replacements in popular Class 6 and 7 vehicles including school buses and emergency vehicles. Each LoadHandler 29 starter comes with application-specific features to support durability and performance. Nine- and 12-tooth models are available for 12-volt applications, while the sealed nose design is in place to protect internal components. The planetary gear reduction design, meanwhile, promises fast cranks and an efficient power source.
Shell Rotella grease line-up comes to Canada
Shell Rotella is bringing a portfolio of greases to Canada, in the form of HD, SD, MP and ET formulations. The HD is a premium heavy-duty grease for wheel bearings and general chassis lubrication for on- and off-road vehicles and general equipment. It is mechanically stable over long periods of severe vibration, and offers enhanced extreme-pressure properties as well as lasting protection in the face of water contamination. It also offers shear stability in high-speed wheel bearings.
