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GM, Navistar announce partnership on MD trucks
General Motors Co. says it will reenter the Class 4 and 5 truck market, but this time will bring along Navistar as a partner. The two companies announced Tuesday they have reached a long-term agreement to develop and assemble future medium duty, conventional cab Class 4 and 5 commercial vehicles. The move allows Navistar to strengthen […]
September 30, 2015
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New slide axle trailer from XL Specialized Trailers
XL Specialized Trailers has introduced its new slide axle trailer, XL 80 Slider. The two-axle trailer is rated at 80,000 pounds overall and 50,000 pounds in 10-feet concentrated. The Slider is named for its sliding axle assembly, which allows the unit to tilt for the loading and unloading of heavy and inoperable equipment. New GAR-MAX filament wound […]
September 29, 2015
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Changing tastes on shifting gears: Are manual transmissions a thing of the past?
By Jack Roberts Mastering an unsynchronized heavy-duty manual transmission is as much an art as a science. Old-school drivers say they simply don’t feel in complete control of a truck unless it has a manual gearbox. Even the most ardent automated manual transmission experts admit that on a good day, a highly skilled driver with […]
September 24, 2015
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Ford unveils new, aluminum Super Duty
As expected, Ford announced this morning that its all-new 2017 Ford F-Series Super Duty will get a dose of high-strength aluminum. While aluminum helped the smaller F-150 shed upwards of 700 pounds, Super Duty’s weight-savings came in at around 350 pounds thanks in part to a more rigid frame. Next generation Super Duty will get a fully […]
September 24, 2015
All-New Ford F-450 Super Duty with horse trailer
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Plumbing, HVAC business converts fleet to autogas
Hal Smith launched Halco as a plumbing and HVAC contractor in 1984, and his business has been constantly evolving ever since. Today, a plumbing and HVAC contractor, Halco is a $25 million company with 175 employees, specializing in home performance work and renewable energy in Upstate New York. With this emphasis on sustainability and energy […]
September 21, 2015
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New trailers from Kalyn Siebert
Kalyn Siebert introduces its new low-profile Phoenix hydraulic sliding axle trailer and a new scraper neck option for the commercial and extreme hydraulic removable gooseneck (HRG) trailer. The new low-profile Phoenix Hydraulic Sliding Axle has been engineered with load maximization in mind and is geared toward all segments of the hauling industry, including construction, transportation, agriculture, and […]
September 21, 2015
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New line from Ranger Design for Metris
Ranger Design next month will launch a new line of products for the Mercedes Metris that includes: shelving, ladder racks, safety partitions and accessories in both steel and lightweight aluminum. Additionally, complete Metris upfit packages will also be available for the following trades: Contractor, Service/Locksmith, Electrician/Telecom, HVAC/Plumbing and Delivery. Built from thermoformed ABS and polycarbonate, the new […]
September 21, 2015
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New end dump trailer from Ox Bodies
Ox Bodies introduces a Scrap Trailer as part of its Trail Ox Series end dump trailers. The new Scrap Trailer is especially efficient in residential and commercial demolition projects with large debris, such as concrete, brick, asphalt or stone, the company says. The Scrap Trailer features Hardox steel construction, and a capacity of up to 60-cubic-yards. […]
September 17, 2015
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Isuzu rolls out new Class 3 diesel truck
The engine has a B-10 diesel engine life rating of 310,000 miles and is capable of running on B20 biodiesel fuel.
September 16, 2015
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New trailer from Doonan
Doonan Specialized Trailer LLC, introduces its recent design and build of a New Specialty Coil Hauler trailer. The new custom 48 ft. x 96 in. Black Gold Coil Hauler trailer was developed specifically for hauling steel coils shotgun style (where the eye of the coil is facing forward), recessed inside a well, for the factor […]
September 15, 2015
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Toyo rolls out new ‘variable condition’ tire
now claws are located at the base of the outer circumferential grooves to help improve deep snow traction while providing block rigidity for better ice and wet traction.
September 15, 2015
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New low-clearance heavy haul trailer
Talbert Manufacturing has a new Air Ramp/Air Tilt Series, including the 20-ton capacity AC-20-ART and 25-ton capacity AC3-25-ART, for easy loading of low-clearance equipment, such as soil and asphalt rollers. The units air controls provide additional operator safety when raising and lowering the trailer for loading, and its low deck height offers a superior view […]
September 10, 2015
AC3-25-ART
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Kenworth adds frame options on T270/T370
Kenworth Truck Co. announces the availability of two new product enhancements on the Kenworth T270 and T370 – fuel tanks mounted between the frame rails behind the rear axle and a narrower battery box. Kenworth says the enhancements are part of a focused Medium Duty Body Builder Expansion program that opens up more frame packaging options […]
September 10, 2015
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Meritor WABCO rolls out its OnGuard Collision Mitigation System to medium-duty trucks
Meritor WABCO is rolling out its OnGuard Collision Mitigation System to medium-duty trucks, another first in the industry. Used in heavy-duty trucks since 2007, OnGuard has more than 90,000 systems and over 32 billion miles now on the road. More than 200 fleets are using the system to help keep their truck drivers and fellow motorists […]
September 6, 2015
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Ford set to unveil new Super Duty this month
Ford is currently polishing off testing of the next-generation Super Duty, which the company plans to unveil Sept. 24 at the State Fair of Texas. For the 2017 model year models are in for some exterior changes, including what appears to be straighter lines and blockier stance. You can expect refreshed Super Duty to feature a 10-speed […]
September 3, 2015
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2016 Ram Chassis Cabs are the brand’s halo trucks in capability
Ram Trucks’ 2016 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cab trucks are the brand’s halo trucks in capability, leading the way in many best-in-class categories in the heavy-duty pickup and Class 4/5
September 3, 2015
2016 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab
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Communication fleet places major F-150 order
Time Warner Cable (TWC) has added more than 540 2015 Ford F-150 to its fleet to transport equipment for installing and servicing Internet, TV and phone services to its customers’ homes and businesses. The company, based in New York City, is the nation’s second largest cable broadband firm. The F-150 trucks come with the available […]
September 2, 2015
TWCFord
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How-To: Easy Toolbox LED Strip Light Install
Light Idea: Access’ Flexible LED strips make excellent toolbox and service body compartment lights Lighting tool boxes is always a challenge. The light isn’t bright enough, it’s too bright, it’s difficult to wire in, or the light and switch you use succumb to the environment or vibration. We found a great solution: The Access Truck Bed […]
September 1, 2015
Recessed LED strip lights provide excellent lighting in toolboxes and storage compartments.
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