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Crunching the numbers: How to do the math on aerodynamic device savings
The science of aerodynamics isnât new, but the industry has started to embrace more of late. But fuel efficiency percentage boosts based on device combinations are not cumulative â Hereâs how you can both benefit and manage expectations.
August 8, 2014
Class 3-6
Fun Trucks Friday tailgate edition: Your teamâs not worthy of this RV
The boys put the pads on this week, so itâs time for those of us who are serious football fans to get our gear in order as well. The only thing youâll need for this tailgate fantasy rig is your teamâs logo â and $3.1 million.
August 8, 2014
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The new Volvo Trucks configurator
Volvo Trucks North America
The new Volvo VNLâs features and trim levels are available to examine interactively. Volvo Trucks has developed a new state-of-the-art online configurator exclusively for VNL models. The configurator provides detailed information on the features and benefits of each trim level and cab option, as well as a 360-degree view of the truck inside and out.
July 7, 2025
Business
Peterbilt adds Alcoa Ultra Wheels as Class 8 spec
New Alcoa Ultra aluminum wheels manufactured from a MagnaForce alloy that provides additional strength and lower weight are now available as a factory-installed option for all Peterbilt heavy-duty trucks, Peterbilt Motors Company recently announced. âThis is a great new option for our customers in weight-conscious applications and other markets who want to run lighter and [âŚ]
August 7, 2014
Business
Overdrive 1970: Radical ranting and raving
In 1970, Overdrive magazine had yet to hit on the allure of tough men, hot women and an open highway that would make it synonymous with trucking in the â70s. All through the 1960s, the magazine reflected founder Mike Parkhurstâs anti-authoritarian and libertarian views, railing against government, unions, the Mob, presidents, OEMs, law enforcement, industry [âŚ]
August 7, 2014
Business
Volvo brings âWelcome to my Cabâ series to North America
A Volvo Trucksâ series popular in Europe called âWelcome to My Cabâ makes its North American debut with an episode featuring Jon and Miriam Brown, owners of a custom-chassis Volvo VNL daycab. Volvo drivers can now enter for a chance to be featured in a future episode. âWe got into trucking on accident,â said Jon [âŚ]
August 7, 2014
Business
DPF sales jump 65% in California in response to stateâs emissions regs
Californiaâs stringent emissions regulations have been quite a boon for diesel particulate filter sales in the state, according to data published this week, especially in the 12-month period of June 2013-June 2014, presumably as truck owners in the state began retrofitting their rigs to come into emissions compliance.
August 7, 2014
Vocational
Time Warner Cable teams with DOE to âGo Green,â reduce fleet costs
Time Warner Cable is joining a partnership administered by the U.S. Department of Energy to further reduce petroleum use and increase efficiencies within its fleet of more than 20,000 service trucks and vehicles â one of the largest private sector fleets in the country.
August 7, 2014
Class 3-6
Flooring system adds passenger, cargo space to vans
Fenton Mobility of Jamestown, New York has announced two new aftermarket options in the AbiliTraX flooring platform family for Transit, Sprinter, RAM Promaster and similar vehicles. The new options allow an owner to easily add passengers seating when needed and the ability and convenience to regain that space for cargo in minutes. The company says AbiliTrax exceeded CMVSS [âŚ]
August 7, 2014
Vocational
Hendrickson PLS available for vocational trucks
Hendrickson Truck Commercial Vehicle Systems introduced Tuesday its new Progressive Load Spring (PLS) for HaulMaax vocational rear suspension system. The PLS is an elastomeric spring which works in concert with the bolster springs in Hendricksonâs Vari-Rate Spring system. The company says its new Progressive Load Spring will improve the already rugged and reliable HaulMaax rear [âŚ]
August 7, 2014
Business
The Bendix guide to air disc brake friction replacement
As the performance benefits of air disc brake technology continue to gain the confidence of the commercial vehicle industry, fleets and drivers that have already adopted air disc brakes are seeing firsthand the long-term service advantages. As part of the Bendix Tech Tips series, Bendix offers a step-by-step look at replacing air disc brake friction, [âŚ]
August 6, 2014
Business
Volvo recalling VNLs for active braking problem, Freightliner recalling Cascadias for axle weak spots
Volvo and Freightliner each issued recalls in late June, made public this week. Volvoâs recall affects 2011-2015 Volvo VNL and 2014-2015 VNM models, and Freightlinerâs affects 2015 Cascadia, 122SD and Business Model M2 models.
August 6, 2014
Business
Class 8 orders continue big gains, see 71% y/y increase
Truck orders in July were âtremendous,â FTR says, and if they continue at current rates, they could challenge the industryâs current capacity crisis by yearâs end.
August 6, 2014
Class 3-6
Rock on: Nissan uses âtough loveâ to pitch commercial vans
Nissan has launched a new marketing campaign, starring glam rocker Bret Michaels, for its line of commercial vans. Carrying the theme âThe tougher we test them, the more you love them,â the campaign is directed at small business owners looking for durable, efficient cargo and passenger vans.
August 5, 2014
Vocational
Pete offers online specâing tool for 579
Pick a color. Select a sleeper, or go with a day cab. Fine tune your Paccar MX-13 engine ratings. Make the Model 579 of your desire with a new configurator tool available at www.peterbilt.com recently introduced by Peterbilt Motors Company. âThe new online configurator lets users build their own Model 579 in a fun, immersive way,â says [âŚ]
August 4, 2014
Business
Paccar, Cummins report increased 2Q revenues, earnings
Improving truck sales in the U.S. and Canada and strong aftermarket parts and financial services results worldwide pushed Paccarâs revenues and net income forward during the second quarter of 2014. Cummins attributes its revenue increases to stronger on-highway demand.
July 31, 2014
Business
Kenworth offering Bendix SmarTire on T680 and T880 models
The Kenworth T680 and Kenworth T880 are now available with the fuel-saving SmarTire Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) by Bendix CVS as an option when specifying these models. The factory-installed Bendix system uses wheel-mounted sensors in each tire to monitor the tireâs pressure and temperature. Sensors are located on the steer and drive axle wheels. [âŚ]
July 30, 2014
Business
American Power Group partners with Green Buffalo Fuel to open Canadian LNG markets
American Power Group Inc. (âAPGâ) will be working with Green Buffalo Fuel, LLC (âGBFâ) to begin marketing APGâs V5000 Dual Fuel Turbocharged System using GBFâs unique patent pending LNG fuel tank in the Canadian market. GBF is already marketing APGâs vehicular dual fuel system in the U.S. It is estimated that there are approximately 320,000 [âŚ]
July 30, 2014
Vocational
DTNA touts vocational market leadership, offers ISX12 G engine for 114SD
In 2010, Daimler Trucks North America sets is sights on becoming the market leader in the vocational market within five years.
July 30, 2014
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