Hard Working Trucks Staff (HWT)VocationalRandall-Reilly launches used equipment website with ‘pay-for-performance’ pricingHard Working Truck’s parent company Randall-Reilly announced this week the launch of equipmentexperts.com, a pay-for-performance online marketplace for used trucking, construction and agriculture equipment. “Equipment Experts delivers a great user experience and builds trust. Buyers gain access to the most robust equipment data on the web to make informed buying decisions and sellers get the […]August 19, 2020ProductsEaton’s new PTO kits simplify ordering processEaton announced this week new wet kit packages for end-dump applications supporting the Bezares line of Power Takeoff (PTO) units that fit popular Eaton Fuller and Eaton Cummins Endurant transmissions. The wet kits simplify ordering by including all the components needed into a single part number. Wet kits are installed on medium- and heavy-duty trucks with […]August 18, 2020Class 3-6XL webinars offer expert insights on fleet electrificationAs the march continues for fleet electrification, plenty of questions arise regarding the adoption of these green workhorses that cut emissions while lowering fuel costs. Fleet owners and managers can turn to the XL Fleet Webinar Series for answers. Each webinar features experts from throughout the fleet industry focusing on the trends, challenges and opportunities […]August 14, 2020VocationalBYD electric trash trucks going to work on the East CoastBYD announced this week that its electric refuse trucks will be going to work in Jersey City, N.J. New Jersey-based Hudson County Motors and BYD will provide five all-electric, rear-loader collection trucks to the city. The trucks will go to work on normal daily collection routes previously handled by diesel-fueled trucks. The truck won’t be […]August 7, 2020TrucksLightning launches new electric F-550 and new energy division to support itLightning Systems has an all-electric powertrain for the popular Ford F-550 chassis cab and a new energy division to charge it up. The Colorado-based designer and manufacturer of zero-emission powertrains announced that the new Lightning Electric Ford F-550 will be available in gross vehicle weight ratings (GVWR) of 17,500 to 19,500 pounds. Orders from fleets […]July 29, 2020Class 3-6FCA and Waymo to build autonomous vansFCA and Waymo announced today that they’re expanding their autonomous driving partnership by building and testing self-driving Ram ProMaster vans for the growing P&D market. Waymo will now work exclusively with FCA as its preferred partner for the development and testing of Class 1-3 light Ram commercial vans for goods movement for commercial delivery customers […]July 22, 2020Class 3-62020 Ram 1500 pickups and ProMaster vans recalled for air bag issueFCA is recalling certain 2020 Ram ProMaster and 1500 pickups over concerns of air bag failure. The side curtain air bag in affected vehicles may not properly inflate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. The defect has been traced to a diffuser which may detach from the inflator during deployment. About 114 vehicles […]July 8, 2020Class 3-6New diesel engine for Mercedes Sprinter Cargo VanMercedes-Benz Vans has announced the introduction of a new 2.0-liter 4-cylinder diesel engine for the Sprinter Cargo Van. The powertrain produces 161 hp and 266 lb.-ft. of torque and is paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission. The 2.0-liter 4-cylinder diesel Cargo variant will join the Sprinter lineup in the U.S. which includes the 3.0-liter 6-cylinder […]July 8, 2020ProductsBlueDEF contest will award year’s supply of diesel exhaust fluidBlueDEF is offering a chance for small fleets to win a year’s supply of their diesel exhaust fluid. “Over the course of the last few months, our county has experienced a significant economic downturn and faces challenges it’s never faced before,” BlueDEF states in its press release. “Amid the panic, America’s unsung heroes, truck drivers, […]June 26, 2020ProductsHellwig video points out benefits of aftermarket suspensionTo sag, or not to sag? If you’re not sure how to answer this question, check out Hellwig’s latest video “How Helper Springs Work” posted below. The brief video details how helper springs work to alleviate sagging which can lead to performance problems. Hellwig’s YouTube channel features other videos including install tutorials and customer testimonials.June 17, 2020Previous PagePage 13 of 145Next PageTop StoriesBusinessKandel Transport acquired by Nagle CompaniesThe now-combined Ohio-based reefer fleet features 115 tractors and 200 trailers.BusinessMarten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to returnRegulationsU.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck driversBusinessLandstar seeking potential Mexico exitFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
