Equipment The Mack Pinnacle with MP8 505C+ engine November 24, 2014 The MP8 505C+ with mDrive is a high-performance powertrain that will likely challenge everything you thought you knew about the limitations of 13-litre engines and AMTs in Canada’s most rigorous applications.
Velociti now installing Aperia’s Halo tire inflation systems November 23, 2014 RIVERSIDE, Mo. — Aperia Technologies and Velociti have paired up to deploy the former’s new Halo Tire Inflator, a self-powered, bolt-on tire inflation system. Under the agreement, Aperia will make…
Kenworth adds new options for medium-duty cabovers November 23, 2014 KIRKLAND, Wash. — Kenworth has rolled out three new engine ratings for its medium-duty cabovers to make them more versatile when it comes to applications and body customization. The Kenworth…
Equipment When the shoe doesn’t fit November 21, 2014 When the initial lining wears off your truck’s brake shoes, to maximize their life you’ll want to have them relined or remanufactured. Just don’t think those…
Webasto launches new coolant heating systems November 21, 2014 FENTON, Mich. — Webasto has introduced two new coolant heating systems for specialty commercial vehicles and off-highway equipment. The new Thermo Pro 90 engine-off coolant heater offers new features including…
SKF announces extended warranty coverage for trailer wheel-end components November 21, 2014 ELGIN, Ill. — SKF has announced the availability of extended warranty packages on its OEM and aftermarket trailer wheel-end products. Coverage of up seven years is now available, depending on…
Equipment Alliance Truck Parts brings back Fan Friday November 21, 2014 PORTLAND, Ore. — To celebrate a successful Nascar racing season by Brad Keselowski, driver of the Alliance Truck Parts No. 2 Ford Fusion, Alliance is bringing back its popular Fan…
Equipment Trailer orders reach all-time high in October November 21, 2014 BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Net trailer orders in October reached 46,267 units, setting an all-time record high, exceeding the previous record by 9%, according to the latest data from FTR. Trailer…
Two Double Coin tires gain SmartWay approval November 20, 2014 MONROVIA, Calif. — Double Coin’s RT600 and RR202 tires have been accepted into the US EPA SmartWay program. The program verifies the tires, or other technologies, have the potential to…
Equipment Peterbilt Manitoba adds third dealership November 17, 2014 SPRINGFIELD, Man. — Peterbilt Manitoba has added a third dealership to its group with the opening of Peterbilt Manitoba-East, a parts and service facility in Springfield, just east of Winnipeg.
Chevron introduces new fuel economy 10W-30 motor oil November 17, 2014 SAN RAMON, Calif. — Chevron has announced the availability of a new heavy-duty engine oil it says will deliver better fuel economy than commonly used 15W-40 oils at a competitive…
Dana expands extended warranty coverage options November 17, 2014 MAUMEE, Ohio — Dana has broadened the extended protection plans available for its drive axles used in on-highway applications in the US and Canada. It is now offering optional warranty…
Keller Equipment Supply to distribute EnviroLube November 17, 2014 Integrated Lube Services announced it has reached a deal with Keller Equipment Supply to distribute its EnviroLube vehicle service trench system to the Western Canada market. The EnviroLube is built of…
Equipment Detroit demonstrates integrated suite of active safety systems November 14, 2014 MIAMI, Fla. — Detroit demonstrated for the first time its new suite of active safety systems, dubbed Detroit Assurance. The new safety platform will initially offer radar-based adaptive cruise control…
Business Management Digging deep and broad November 14, 2014 Performing a true cost of ownership analysis means searching all departments
