Trucks: Page 383

Allison Transmission unveils 5th generation electronic transmission controls

Allison Transmission has introduced its 5th Generation Electronic Controls, which the company says emphasize enhanced fuel economy. This latest generation of electronic controls includes upgraded Transmission Control Module (TCM) hardware and software and a new integral inclinometer, among many other features, which Allison says will deliver enhanced fuel economy and vehicle performance with easy OEM […]

January 22, 2013

Palfinger deepens Ohio roots with facility purchase

Palfinger says it officially extended its roots in Ohio by purchasing the property and building of Tiffin Loader Crane in Tiffin, Ohio, on December 27, 2012. Tiffin Loader Crane began selling and installing knuckle boom cranes in 1985. Since that time, Palfinger says Tiffin has become a world class installation and distribution center and a […]

January 22, 2013

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London Eye and in the sky: Continental Truck Tires work in the strangest places

Continental Tires find work in the strangest of places, the company says, with today’s Continental tires reaching new heights as they help operate some of the world’s most inventive engineering projects.  In London, a familiar sight for both residents and visitors alike is the world-famous EDF Energy London Eye. This tallest cantilevered observation wheel in […]

January 22, 2013

Fontaine joins Alliance AutoGas network

Fontaine Modification Company has joined the Alliance AutoGas network, with all eight of its modification centers nationwide certified as Alliance AutoGas conversion centers. As a result, fleets can have their vehicles converted to run on propane autogas (LPG) at Fontaine’s modification centers in Garland, Texas; Denton, Texas; Laredo, Texas; Charlotte, N.C.; Dublin, Va.; Gainesville, Ga.; […]

January 22, 2013

Kenworth announces 2013 Dealer Council

Kenworth has announced its 2013 Dealer Council members. Leading executives from among the nearly 340 Kenworth dealerships in the United States and Canada serve on the prominent council. The council works closely with Kenworth to enhance and promote the trucking industry’s strongest dealer network in a continuing effort to provide superior customer support. The 2013 […]

January 18, 2013

Mack launches overhaul program for E7 engines

Mack now offers a new engine overhaul program to better serve Mack E7 engine owners. Mack says its Purebred Overhaul program is an industry standout, offering extended warranty coverage of up to three years or 350,000 miles. “Mack’s trucks are known for reliability and durability, and our customers hold on to their trucks a long […]

January 18, 2013

Michelin to invest $73 million in Waterville truck tire plant

Michelin North America says it has reinforced its commitment to the province of Nova Scotia today by announcing a $73 million(CDN) project investment at its Waterville truck tire plant. Michelin anticipates the investment will create approximately 50 new jobs in the Annapolis Valley. “Today’s announcement shows once again that Michelin believes in both the province […]

January 17, 2013

QualWash adds Louisiana and Wisconsin locations

QualaWash today announced two new acquisitions: Shreveport Tank Wash in Shreveport, LA and Tank Wash Specialists in Neenah, WI. Both purchases were finalized in the fourth quarter of 2012, making them the third and fourth acquisitions for QualaWash in that quarter. “The last quarter of 2012 proved to be a very active one for us,” […]

January 16, 2013

Noregon Systems releases JPRO Fleet Diagnostics 2013 v1

Noregon Systems has released JPRO Commercial Fleet Diagnostics 2013 v1 along with the introduction of the JPRO Next Step service information module – featuring the integration of REPAIR-CONNECT.net by Mitchell 1. Beginning in 2013, the naming of JPRO Commercial Fleet Diagnostic software is changing to reflect both the year of release and the years of […]

January 15, 2013

Fontaine to divide into three specially-focused business units

Fontaine Modification is transforming itself into three focused business segments in 2013: Fontaine Alternative Fuels, Fontaine Auto Transport Services and Fontaine Modification Services. “Segmenting the business, utilizing Marmon Toolbox Concepts, will enable us to better focus on these three key markets to enhance customer satisfaction and support emerging growth initiatives,” says Will Trantham, president of […]

January 15, 2013

JX Peterbilt opens Lansing, IL, location

JX Enterprises has expanded its dealer network to 16 locations with the opening of JX Peterbilt – Lansing, its seventh Illinois branch strategically located in Lansing, Ill., to provide comprehensive customer support to the Chicago metropolitan area. JX Peterbilt – Lansing will serve customers with all-makes parts and complete maintenance and repair capabilities with factory-trained […]

January 15, 2013

Ford unveils Atlas concept pickup truck

Ford has given truck enthusiasts a peek into the future with the unveiling of its Atlas Concept Pickup, intended to showcase the design, capability, fuel efficiency and smart technologies that Ford says will define future pickup trucks. “The Ford Atlas Concept previews the innovations that will transform what people expect from their pickup,” said Raj […]

January 15, 2013

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Milwaukee Mack dealer celebrates 60 years in trucking

Mack Trucks honored the service of one of its long-standing dealers, the Kriete Group, recently at the Mack Customer Center in Allentown, Pa. with a special tour and an award presented by Kevin Flaherty, president of Mack Trucks North American Sales & Marketing, and David Barletta, Mack Central Region vice president. For the last 60 […]

January 14, 2013

Daimler names Meritor WABCO exclusive brake chamber supplier

Meritor WABCO has been named the standard position steer axle service brake chamber supplier for all Daimler Trucks North America air brake vehicles. “Our strength is in engineering parts for optimized performance,” said Jon Morrison, president and general manager, Meritor WABCO. “This allows truck manufacturers to reduce the cost of ownership and increase payload capability.” […]

January 14, 2013

Mack takes on the World’s Strongest Man

Thirty of the world’s strongest men challenged 19,000 pounds of pure Mack power during the recent MET-Rx World’s Strongest Man 2012 competition. Pulling a Mack Pinnacle Axle Back model tractor was one of the qualifying events during the 35th annual competition conducted at the Commerce Casino and other locations throughout Los Angeles, Calif. The World’s […]

January 9, 2013

Select the right lift adaptors with this free guide from Rotary Lift

If 2013 will bring new vehicles to your fleet, Rotary Lift says to be sure and consult its Adapter Selection Guide to make sure your vehicle lifts are equipped to properly pick up and service them. According to Rotary Lift, the free guide provides dimensions, diagrams and details for adapters compatible with Rotary Lift’s heavy-duty […]

January 9, 2013

Hankook to build high-tech, global R&D facility

Hankook Tire has unveiled its plan for construction of the company’s new, high-tech central R&D facility in Korea. For this project, Hankook Tire has contracted a partnership agreement with the world’s high-profile architectural firm, Foster+Partners, for architect and interior design of the building. On January 7th, Hankook Tire and Foster+Partners held a signing ceremony in […]

January 9, 2013

TRP targets Federal stopping distance regs with reman brake program

TRP says it has introduced an aftermarket brake program that offers brake linings for both 20,000- and 23,000-pound applications, helping operators comply with the newest truck, trailer and bus requirements. “With the recent passage of more stringent stopping distance requirements and the emphasis that the Federal Motor Carrier and Safety Administration places on brakes in […]

January 9, 2013

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