ArvinMeritor secures driveline supply deal with Volvo, Mack
TROY, Mich. (Jan. 5, 2004) – ArvinMeritor has reached an agreement to supply Meritor Permalube U-joint drivelines to Volvo Trucks North America and Mack Trucks.
The five-year supply agreements represent new business wins for ArvinMeritor’s Commercial Vehicle Systems (CVS) business group. Meritor Permalube RPL U-joint drivelines will be standard equipment on Volvo VN linehaul tractors, while Meritor RN U-joint drivelines will be standard equipment on all Mack tractors, with the RPL driveline to be offered as an option.
The Volvo agreement begins Feb. 16; the Mack deal is effective March 1.
The Permalube RPL includes a high-strength, compact design that eliminates the need for periodic greasing. The RN series, available for multiple applications, including linehaul, city delivery and construction vehicles, is designed to keep lubrication in and contaminants out, absorb metallic debris, and accommodate varying yoke dimensions. The component will be assembled at ArvinMeritor’s Manning, S.C., and St. Thomas, Ont., facilities.
ArvinMeritor said the contracts are indicative of a growing global partnership with the Volvo Group, especially in the field of drivetrain products.
Have your say
This is a moderated forum. Comments will no longer be published unless they are accompanied by a first and last name and a verifiable email address. (Today's Trucking will not publish or share the email address.) Profane language and content deemed to be libelous, racist, or threatening in nature will not be published under any circumstances.