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Volvo launches certified used truck program, truck search tool
Volvo Trucks launched Sept. 15 its Premium Certified used trucks program and online Used Truck Search tool, which offers customers the opportunity to own a fully inspected, reconditioned and warrantied Volvo truck.
September 16, 2014
Business
Double Coin and CMA notify NHTSA of non-compliant sidewall markings on tire models
Double Coin and CMA formally notified the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration (NHTSA) last month of non-compliant sidewall markings on certain Double Coin branded TBR tires produced by Double Coin Holdings, LLC. After a full audit in June 2014, CMA notified NHTSA that certain Double Coin tires omitted the Load Range symbol. As confirmed by […]
September 16, 2014
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2015 Ranger Diesel 4×4: First Drive
New diesel, new chassis make for nicer work days with Polaris’ Ranger 4×4 Four years ago Polaris tossed their heavy duty UTV hat into the ring with the introduction of the Ranger Diesel — a Ranger XP 800 with the EFI gas engine replaced by a 904cc Yanmar Diesel. The resulting package has done well […]
September 15, 2014
Business
Buy, sell or hold: As economy rebounds, will equipment trade cycles change?
The economic downturn forced many fleets to extend asset life out to unprecedented levels. Now that times are good, should those trade cycles change?
September 15, 2014
Business
Buy, sell or hold — Perfect storm of regulations, recession and maintenance
This story is part of a four-part series on how the recession, changing regulations and evolving equipment have changed equipment trade life cycles for fleets. Click here to see all of the stories. Consultant Darry Stuart, president of DWS Fleet Services, never was in favor of extending vehicle lifecycles – although he recognizes that many […]
September 15, 2014
Business
Buy, sell or hold: Is clinging to old equipment the best option in a recession?
This story is part of a four-part series on how the recession, changing regulations and evolving equipment have changed equipment trade life cycles for fleets. Click here to see all of the stories. In many ways, the experiences of Steve Hampton – operational manager for San Marco, Texas-based Redbird Trucking – reflect the industry at […]
September 15, 2014
Business
Buy, sell or hold: New equipment and old like comparing apples and oranges
This story is part of a four-part series on how the recession, changing regulations and evolving equipment have changed equipment trade life cycles for fleets. Click here to see all of the stories. Supporting a more aggressive equipment and trade cycle is Jim Coffren, vice president of fleet management and maintenance for East Dubuque, Ill.-based […]
September 15, 2014
Business
Chevron launching new oil for start-and-stop applications
Chevron announced last week a new category of engine oil for severe duty, start-and-stop applications. A nationwide rollout is planned for Sept. 15. Chevron says Delo 400 SD SAE 15W-30 is an API CJ-4 heavy duty engine oil specifically formulated for severe duty in on and off highway applications including 2010 and Tier 4 compliant […]
September 15, 2014
Vocational
Which way to the deer woods? Mercedes-Benz builds 4×4 RV
We at Fun Trucks Friday rough-it in the wilderness because we have little choice once we get there. But suppose the maker of the world’s greatest off-road commercial truck decided to put a nice studio apartment on the back? Meet the Mercedes-Benz Zetros, RV edition.
September 12, 2014
Vocational
GALLERY: Western Star’s new truck
Western Star introduced its new, aerodynamic 5700XE highway tractor at a press launch in Las Vegas Thursday. The new truck features a highly sculpted, sleek design that retains the bold styling and robust stance of years past while delivering fuel economy numbers that place the truck firmly in the most aggressive Greenhouse Gas emissions regulation […]
September 12, 2014
Business
Western Star unveils aerodynamic 5700XE on-highway tractor (with photos, video)
Western Star unveiled Sept. 11 its new 5700XE tractor, which it says is designed for driver comfort and equipped with an array of modern tech.
September 11, 2014
Business
Photos, video: Truck platooning system with autonomous cruising, braking unveiled in Detroit
Meritor Wabco, Peloton and Denso unveiled Sept. 10 a system that can allow multiple trucks to platoon on the highway. The system is based on adaptive cruise control systems and autonomous braking.
September 11, 2014
Vocational
Facing lawsuits, intermodal co. reclassifies contractors as employees
Facing a pair of lawsuits over worker misclassification, intermodal giant Hub Group Inc. will be converting its drayage drivers in California from independent contractors to employees, the $3.4 billion company reported this week.
September 11, 2014
Trucks
Fuso offering new EPS standard on 2015 trucks, free upgrade on 2012-2014 trucks
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is offering a new engine protection system (EPS) as standard on all 2015 models. It is available as a no-cost upgrade on all 2012–2014 model-year Canter FE and FG Series work trucks. “New 2015 model Canters will come from the factory with the EPS installed,” Leighton Good, MFTA’s […]
September 9, 2014
Business
Peterbilt demonstrates autonomous driving truck at ITS World Congress
Advanced technologies capable of autonomous driving to complement vehicle operators was showcased during the ITS World Congress in Detroit this week. The innovative system was demonstrated on a Peterbilt Model 579 concept truck. “The autonomous truck of the future is an extension of existing, individual systems already available for today’s commercial vehicles,” said Bill Kahn, […]
September 9, 2014
Vocational
TEST DRIVE: Eaton’s new Procision transmission
Equipment Editor Jack Roberts visited Detroit, Mich., last week where Eaton introduced a new dual-clutch transmission for use in medium-duty applications. In this video, he takes it for a spin.
September 9, 2014
Trucks
Brewery fleet moves to CNG, part of ‘seed to sip’ sustainability campaign
Anheuser-Busch is replacing its 66-diesel tractor fleet in Houston with compressed natural gas powered tractors. This marks the beer company’s first conversion of an entire brewery fleet.
September 9, 2014
Business
Kenworth adds Dana Spicer 6×2 axle spec to Class 8 truck models
Kenworth now offers the new Dana Spicer EconoTrek 6×2 tandem axle for order with new Kenworth Class 8 on-highway trucks. Key benefits of the durable, Spicer EconoTrek lightweight drive and tag axle configuration include enhanced fuel economy, weight savings, improved performance, and reduced maintenance. “The 6×2 configuration is becoming more popular with fleets and truck […]
September 8, 2014
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