Optronics unveils new LED lamp, anti-theft technology February 16, 2015 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Optronics has introduced a tougher LED lamp design as well as a new anti-theft system. Both were showcased at the Technology & Maintenance Council meetings. Optronics is…
Equipment Capacity looks to slash operating costs with new Sabre terminal truck February 16, 2015 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — In the terminal truck world, new models don’t come along often. So it was with much enthusiasm that Capacity introduced at the Technology & Maintenance Council’s spring…
Equipment Volvo extends service intervals to reduce maintenance costs February 16, 2015 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Volvo has extended recommended maintenance intervals on oil changes and diesel particulate filter (DPF) cleanings. The extended intervals apply to all model year 2011 and newer Volvo…
Equipment Michelin unveils new Tire Care program February 16, 2015 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Michelin has introduced a new Tire Care program it says will help fleets better manage their tires and reduce their operating costs. It was announced at the…
Equipment Bose introduces next-generation Ride System February 16, 2015 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Bose has introduced its next-generation vibration-cancelling Ride System, which offers drivers multiple settings and improved ergonomics. It also comes with a built-in driver orientation module to help…
Equipment Trailer tails could get boost from Stemco ownership February 15, 2015 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Officials from ATDynamics and Stemco today expanded on the recently announced acquisition of the former by the latter. Just last week Stemco announced it had purchased trailer…
Equipment Eaton, Cummins look to build on powertrain collaboration February 15, 2015 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — For the third consecutive year, Cummins and Eaton shared a stage at the Technology & Maintenance Council annual meetings, to update industry journalists on their collaborative efforts.
New Detroit drive axles introduced February 13, 2015 DETROIT, Mich. — New Model 6 Detroit drive axles have been introduced to save weight and improve efficiency. The new axles are available in single drive 4×2 or 6×2 configurations…
Equipment Finalists named for TWNA Tech Award February 12, 2015 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Five finalists for the Truck Writers of North America (TWNA) Technical Achievement Award have been named, with the winner to be announced at the Technology & Maintenance…
Business Management Stemco buys ATDynamics February 12, 2015 LONGVIEW, Texas — Stemco has announced its acquisition of trailer tail manufacturer ATDynamics. The business will be rolled into Stemco’s Innovative Tire and Mileage Solutions (ITMS) division. ATDynamics manufactures trailer…
Equipment New Nissan Titan to feature Cummins power February 12, 2015 The new Nissan Titan was designed to be a work truck, with Cummins set to handle the heavy lifting.
Equipment Four takeaways from Navistar’s Analyst Day February 5, 2015 LISLE, Ill. — On Wednesday, Navistar held its first Analyst Day since February 2012, when the previous regime was still steadfastly defending its EGR-only emissions strategy. The hosting of an…
Equipment How Navistar solved its EGR problems February 5, 2015 LISLE, Ill. — It’s no secret that Navistar International had its share of EGR-related failures as it attempted to meet EPA10 emissions standards without the use of SCR exhaust aftertreatment.
Equipment Mack introduces heavy-duty mDrive for Granite February 5, 2015 LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Mack has unveiled a new heavy-duty version of its mDrive automated manual transmission, which will come standard on Mack Granite trucks. “Our construction customers told us…
Equipment Navistar sets out to become uptime leader February 5, 2015 ‘Uptime is our new mission,’ Navistar CEO Troy Clarke declares at Analyst Day
