SAF-Holland’s European e-axle being prepped for North American market

SAF-Holland is planning to bring to North America its TRAKr electric axle, currently being used in Europe. But first it must undergo rigorous testing and adaptation to ensure it’s fit…

Flanagan returns to SAF-Holland in VP role

SAF-Holland has named Randy Flanagan its vice-president – sales (Americas), relacing Carl Mesker who is retiring as vice-president – sales and aftermarket (Americas). Flanagan is a familiar face for the…

SAF-Holland suspension lineup ready for Canada’s specialty demands

SAF-Holland has unveiled its new CBXA AeroBeam fixed frame air suspensions, with offerings that support Canada’s specialty trailers and Ontario’s SPIF configurations. The lightweight top-mount trailer air suspensions will eventually…

Covid-19 is bringing lasting change to the truck shop

The empty shelves admittedly left me with an uneasy feeling in the early days of Covid-19. Grocery store aisles were stripped bare of staples. Shoppers had hoarded toilet paper of…

Top truck technology nominated for annual award

TORONTO, Ont. – A committee of North American writers who cover the trucking industry has unveiled its Top 5 finalists for the 2020 Jim Winsor Technical Achievement Award. The honor…

SAF-Holland adds e-commerce tools with POD-Plus

“It just gives you the information right away. It’s seamless,” says Carl Mesker of SAF-Holland (right). DALLAS, Texas – SAF-Holland has been built on a legacy of bending steel, creating…

SAF-Holland optimizes tire inflation pressures on the fly

ATLANTA, Ga. – SAF-Holland has announced an update to its tire management system, which brings dynamic inflation adjustments based on axle load. The SMAR-te Tire Pilot was showcased at the…

SAF-Holland names new president – Americas

MUSKEGON, Mich. – SAF-Holland has named Kent Jones its new president – Americas. He replaces Steffen Schewerda, who has stepped down from the same role. Jones was previously vice-president of…

Landing gear get added protection

SAF-Holland has unveiled a new layer of protection for landing gear in the form of the purpose-made True Lube grease. Operating temperatures range from -40 to 65 Celsius…

Pintle hook design delivers the strength

When it comes to a pintle hook, much of the strength comes through the choice of materials. SAF-Holland’s new PH-405 pintle hook features an austenitic manganese steel body that supports…

SAF-Holland buys PressureGuard

MUSKEGON, Mich. – SAF-Holland has acquired a majority stake in trailer tire pressure management specialist, PressureGuard. The company says the acquisition adds a key element to its line, in advanced…

SAF-Holland unveils tire pressure system

ATLANTA, Ga. – SAF-Holland has unveiled the Tire Pilot Plus tire pressure management system for its CBX and ULX suspensions – topping up or even releasing air to ensure…

SAF-Holland introduces new suspension, shunt truck fifth wheel

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – SAF-Holland has come out with a new lightweight fixed frame air suspension and a new terminal tractor fifth wheel. Both products were introduced at the spring meeting…

SAF-Holland unveils lighter-weight CBX40 trailer suspension

Company also builds in extra toughness, extends warranty

SAF-Holland’s new coupling assistant aims to eliminate dropped trailers

ST. LOUIS, Mo. – SAF-Holland is looking to put an end to the costly problem of dropped trailers. The company introduced today for its Holland FW35-series fifth wheels a new…