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Meritor WABCO showcases “continuously learning” stability control system
Meritor WABCO says its new hydraulic anti-lock braking system with integrated ESCsmart stability control now goes a step beyond pervious stability control systems with “breakthrough” continuous learning software. According to John Morrison, president and general manager of WABCO, the new system uses electronic control units to continuously monitor driver behavior and vehicle dynamics to establish […]
March 20, 2013
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Cummins showcases 2013 engine lineup
At its press conference at the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Ky., Cummins announced its 2013 engine lineup will offer 2 percent better fuel economy than its 2012 engines. The 2013 lineup already meets the 2013 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations and the greenhouse gas and fuel efficiency rules that will take effect in 2014. […]
March 20, 2013
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Bendix takes e-learning website live
Bendix has launched a technical training site, www.brake-school.com, the company announced at the Mid-America Trucking Show Wednesday. The interactive e-learning site houses brake maintenance training documents, videos and training modules with a learning check at the end. The password protected site offers the capability for companies to track registrants and their performance through the coursework, […]
March 20, 2013
Business
Toyo touts regional steer tire
Toyo’s M144 regional steer tire was developed to deliver high mileage and improved retreadability, and is capable of being used in all positions. Technology and design features work together to provide smoother, more even wear, as well as longer life and improved traction. The tire is available in two sizes: 305/70R22.5 and 315/80R22.5. For more […]
March 18, 2013
Business
Trailer demand could be longest, strongest in history, says Wabash CEO
Trailer demand will remain well above replacement levels in 2013 and through 2016, Dick Giromini, CEO of Wabash National told attendees at Monday’s Heavy Duty Dialogue, produced by the Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association.
March 14, 2013
Trucks
Volvo partnership sets sights on fleet service management
Volvo Trucks in North America has entered into memorandums of agreement with both Telogis and Trimble to develop future fleet management services. The company becomes the first OEM to enter a collaborative business relationship with fleet management service providers, and will offer customers increased flexibility as they optimize the performance of their fleets using the […]
March 13, 2013
Trucks
Hadley launches height control system
Hadley introduced the company’s SmartValve electronic height control system at the Technology & Maintenance Council’s Annual Meeting in Nashville this week. Previously, electronic height control systems have required several separate components: the valve manifold itself, an external sensor, and the associated electronics. Hadley’s SmartValve combines these devices into one simplified and compact solution, fitting within the same […]
March 12, 2013
Business
Daum: 10 mpg truck ‘definitely’ attainable
Trucks that achieve 10 mpg fuel economy “will definitely come during our professional lifetimes,” Martin Daum, president and CEO of Daimler Trucks North America, told attendees Monday at Heavy Duty Dialogue 2013, produced by the Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association in Nashville. Daum recalled that when he discussed the feasibility of a 10 mpg truck at the 2010 […]
March 12, 2013
Business
Volvo making Remote Diagnostics standard
Volvo Trucks is expanding Remote Diagnostics to include Volvo-powered Volvo VHD and VAH vocational models, making it a standard feature across Volvo’s entire North American product line. The remote communication platform has been a standard feature on all Volvo-powered VNM and VNL models since mid-2012. Remote Diagnostics helps maximize vehicle uptime by providing proactive diagnostic and […]
March 11, 2013
Trucks
Mack rolling out QR code for maintenance
Mack Trucks today announced that all new MACK trucks will feature a unique QR code to speed service response times and improve customer uptime. QR codes, or quick response codes, are matrix bar codes that supply rapid retrieval of information when a tablet or other mobile device scans the code. Beginning in April, Mack will […]
March 11, 2013
Trucks
Bendix makes announcements at TMC
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems rolled out several initiatives this morning at the 2013 Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition in Nashville. Among them are a new trailer information module, which provides easy access to key trailer operational and safety data; Bendix SmarTire TPMS, which now offers crucial trailer information to both […]
March 11, 2013
Business
New SmartValve simplifies electronic ride-height systems
Hadley introduced its patented SmartValve at the American Trucking Associations’ Technology and Maintenance Council’s Annual Meeting in Nashville this week as a solution to help fleets attract and retain drivers – the SmartValve saves drivers time and effort, particularly in operations with frequent coupling, and helps reduce injuries. Until now, electronic height control systems have […]
March 11, 2013
Business
MOTOR improves heavy-duty Truck Service system
MOTOR Information Systems will strengthen its services in the medium- and heavy-duty aftermarket with a comprehensive update to its all makes Truck Service product, set to be released in April. MOTOR says its Truck Service product is entirely OEM data sourced, and includes vehicle specifications, OE maintenance schedules and diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) with search […]
March 11, 2013
Trucks
TMD Friction creates new engineering program
TMD Friction has created a customer support program aimed at reducing fleet maintenance costs by pushing brake relines out of a vehicle life cycle. The new program, called the “Textar Fleet Assistance Program,” was released Sunday at TMC’s Annual Meeting in Nashville. “Brake relines are one of the highest maintenance costs a fleet experiences and […]
March 11, 2013
Business
PEAK creates coolant test strip
PEAK, a division of Old World Industries, has released Final Charge coolant testing strips to measure the quality of engine coolant in commercial vehicles. “We all know that high-performing, fully functioning equipment is essential to success and it’s critical to have a resource for the best functional fluids to keep those machines running,” says Dr. […]
March 11, 2013
Business
TMD releases new air disc brake lining
TMD Friction has introduced a new friction material for heavy-duty applications for air disc brakes. Announced Sunday at TMC’s Annual Meeting in Nashville, TMD says its new material is designated Textar T3080 and is engineered for applications where high-torque levels are required to meet FMVSS121 stopping distance regulations. The material also already meets upcoming 2014 […]
March 11, 2013
Business
PartsRiver.com enhances parts buying experience
“The new generation of buyers” among truck owners and technicians “is demanding a [consumer-type] experience” in online parts buying, says Steve de Laet, chief development officer for PartsRiver. “We’ve taken the plunge to put the [business-to-consumer] experience into the heavy-duty truck parks market.” De Laet believes the new PartsRiver.com, announced at a press event at […]
March 10, 2013
Business
Cummins, Eaton collaborate on new powertrain package
Eaton and Cummins unveiled a new powertrain package for the North American linehaul and regional haul truckload and LTL markets that could deliver 3-6 percent fuel-economy improvements over comparable Cummins/Eaton engine-transmission pairings long available. Speaking to press at the American Trucking Associations’ Technology and Maintenance Council annual meeting in Nashville, Tenn., reps from both companies detailed […]
March 10, 2013
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