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In quest for improved mpg, lower viscosity oil growing in popularity
When new fuel and emissions standards came into play, engine OEMs embraced lower viscosity oils. However, some fleets are reluctant to turn to a thinner oil.
October 14, 2018
Business
Canadian bulk hauler Westcan eyes fuel economy, driver recruiting/retention with Mackâs new Anthem
Westcan Bulk Transport will have 12 to 15 Mack Anthem semi-trucks delivered each week for the next year and plans to use the trucks as a recruiting tactic.
October 13, 2018
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Chasing mpg: Lower viscosity oils
FA-4 formulated oils provide added fuel benefits but are a slightly lower viscosity than CK-4 versions of the same grade and weight.
October 11, 2018
Business
Vnomics issued new patents for in-cab True Fuel coaching
Vnomics was granted two new U.S. patents from for its onboard True Fuel optimization and driver coaching system.
October 10, 2018
Trucks
Storm readiness: Ryder & Penske pass along tips for fleet preparation & response
As Hurricane Michael prepares to make landfall Wednesday in Northwest Florida keep in mind that hurricane season isnât over until December 1. We reached out to Ryder and Penske to get some tips on fleet preparation prior to and following these major storms. HWT: What steps should be taken to best protect a fleet prior [âŚ]
October 9, 2018
Vocational
Kenworth publishes Body Builder Academy video series
Kenworth has launched its Body Builder Academy Training video series for its T880. The six instructional Body Builder Academy videos focus on connectivity with Kenworth chassis systems, PTO functions, integration of electronics between body and truck, and optimization of the driver interface for body functions through switches and dash messaging. Kenworth Marketing Director Kurt Swihart [âŚ]
October 9, 2018
Trucks
Tractor-trailer gets stuck on bike path
While weâve seen tractor-trailers end up stranded on beach board walks and stuck on narrow roads where they donât belong, this is the first time weâve seen one get hung up on a bike path. Police in Columbus, Ohio report on their Facebook page that the confused, out-of-town driver got onto the bike path while [âŚ]
October 8, 2018
Trucks
Acela expands its high-water/flood rescue truck line
Floods are one of the leading causes of death from natural disasters in the U.S., according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Acela Truck Company set out to do something about it. Acela recently announced an expansion of its High Water/Flood Rescue Truck line to include multiple new custom body configurations and larger [âŚ]
October 8, 2018
Business
Kenworth debuts Body Builder Academy video series
The Body Builder Academy gives an intro video, then focuses on specific topics such as the basic switch configuration, switch learn process & other important items.
October 8, 2018
Business
Trail King recalls certain step deck trailers for cross-member cracking issue
Trail King announces a recall for certain step deck trailers that have cracking issues. Get more info on the cracking problems the trailers are having on CCJ.
October 8, 2018
Trucks
Test drive: Mack Anthem 6Ă2 with turbo compounding MP8
The drive was a long 388-mile two-segment run from Memphis to Jackson, Miss., for lunch and then to New Orleans for the night.
October 5, 2018
Trucks
Tips for winterizing your truck before cold weather sets in
Temperatures nationwide are beginning their downward trend and some parts of the country are already seeing snowfall. In extreme temperatures, Petro-Canada Lubricants OEM Technical Liaison Brian Humphrey says lubricants can harden or become too viscous, possibly causing equipment to seize up or fail. âTo avoid this situation, fleet managers and owner-operators need to use a lower viscosity oil, one [âŚ]
October 4, 2018
Vocational
Fatalities involving big trucks rose in 2017, total number of highway deaths slide
The number of fatalities in distracted driving-related crashes was 3,166, or 8.5 percent of all traffic fatalities in 2017.
October 4, 2018
Vocational
Isuzu, Cummins announce plans to work together on âpower-source businessâ
The two long-time commercial vehicle giants share a commitment to technology leadership, quality and dependability for our customers and global reach.
October 4, 2018
Business
Isuzu, Cummins exploring joint âpower-source businessâ
Isuzu says it has signed a LOI with Cummins to evaluate collaborative opportunities on business. Get details on the possibilities on Commercial Carrier Journal.
October 4, 2018
Business
Test drive: Peterbilt Model 567 Heritage
Peterbilt introduced its Model 567 Heritage two years ago as a throwback to the working trucker and the truck has been a reward truck for top truck drivers.
October 4, 2018
Vocational
Kenworth design director explains differences between new W990 and its predecessor W900L
To help sort out the differences between Kenworthâs new W990 and its popular predecessor the W900L, we talked with Kenworthâs director of design Jonathan Duncan. âThe biggest thing is the comfort in the cab and the visibility out the windows,â Duncan explains in the video below which was recorded this past Friday at a press [âŚ]
October 3, 2018
Class 3-6
Masterack provides a close-up look at their embossed aluminum shelving
Masterack is next in line during this weekâs series of van upfits. Jenn Voelker, Masterackâs director of product engineering at, took us on recent tour of a Ford Transit medium-roof van that her company displayed at Fordâs Vandemonium event in Dearborn, Mich. The van featured the companyâs embossed aluminum shelving which is designed to hide [âŚ]
October 3, 2018
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