Equipment News
Equipment News
New HD oil category coming
Work has officially begun on a new heavy-duty oil category requested by engine makers to help them meet upcoming CO2 and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards. Unlike previous categories, the new one may not be backwards compatible with older diesels...
Loyalty program launched for Shell Rotella
MyMileMatter (www.mymilesmatter.com) will offer products, services and gift cards to users of Shell Rotella engine oils. The new loyalty program launches in the U.S. on March 1, but is now open for registration...
New portable DPF cleaner from SPX
SPX Corp. recently debuted a new OTC brand portable diesel particulate filter (DPF) cleaner designed for use in shops or in the field...
Technical resources now available online to Federal-Mogul customers
Customers of Federal-Mogul can now access technical resources as well as the latest news on the company’s products and programs through an online resource located at www.fme360.com...
Nissan rolls out ‘right-sized’ NV200 compact cargo van
CHICAGO. Widening the Class 1 commercial cargo-van segment by a third, Nissan North America (NNA) rolled out its new Nissan NV200 compact cargo van - the second distinct van model in its commercial-vehicle portfolio— here yesterday afternoon at the Chicago Auto Show. According to NNA, the 2013 model is a “new entry point” for cargo van and small pickup buyers “looking for a compact, efficient alternative to their larger, less fuel-efficient vehicles...
FleetPride opens regional distribution center in Illinois
FleetPride, the aftermarket distributor of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts, announced the opening of a new 122,000-sq.-ft. regional distribution center in Bolingbrook, IL, located at 1501 Remington Blvd...
Fuel filtering cart
The Racor Division of Parker Hannifin Corp. has released a new fuel polishing cart, designed to help filter fuels such as diesel, biodiesel, and other petroleum hydrocarbon fluids...
Severe service tire offers deep tread
A new severe service tire developed for oil field, mining, logging, and construction applications is being offered by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co...
Coolant filtration system for Ford diesel engines
Performance Machine & MFG is offering its first coolant filtration system for 6L Ford Powerstroke diesel engines. The system protects the oil cooler and EGR system, Performance Machine said....
ATD welcomes new chairman, names trucks of the year
Richard W. Witcher addressed the American Truck Dealers (ATD) for the first time as chairman yesterday during the group’s Convention and Expo in Las Vegas. Witcher replaces Kyle Treadway, who encouraged members to embrace changes in the industry in his opening speech...
Aluminum siderail added to Fontaine trailer
Fontaine Trailer Co. is now offering its Infinity trailers with the patented RASR Routed Aluminum SideRail. The Infinity line includes platform, dropdeck, and twistlock container trailers...
EPA gives OK to install dual fuel conversion system on ISX engines
EcoDual, a provider of dual fuel conversion systems for heavy-duty diesel trucks, has received authorization from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to begin installing its systems on 2004 to 2009 Cummins ISX engines...
Dana expands SVL aftermarket drivetrain line
Dana Holding Corp. is adding additional products to its SVL line of aftermarket drivetrain products to include additional heavy-duty components as well as light-duty axle components...
Device monitors performance of engine block heater
JoSa Enterprises has released a new product that is designed to monitor a truck’s engine block heater to ensure it will start a truck in cold weather when needed...
Dunlop expands line with new steer tire
The Dunlop brand of truck tires has added a new all-position steer tire for regional fleet, school bus, and pickup and delivery applications...
Faulty valve affects as many as 60,000 trucks
Driver complaints in December 2011 helped Bendix uncover a faulty valve on vehicles equipped with its traction control and stability systems. The issue, a Bendix spokesperson told Fleet Owner, has been resolved, but as many as 50,000-60,000 vehicles may be affected...
Navistar believes it will avoid ‘nonconformance’ engine penalties
While Navistar faces stiff fines from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for building engines that do not meet the agency’s 2010 emissions standards, the truck and engine maker told analysts during a meeting at its new headquarters in Lisle, IL, yesterday it probably won’t have to pay them – largely because it just submitted its 13L engine to the EPA for emissions certification...
Angle grinder kit offered
Snap-on is offering an angle grinder kit with all the tools and accessories needed to perform a series of grinding jobs, the company said...
New fuel filter/water separator offered
A new fuel filter/water separator with an integrated priming pump is being offered by the Racor Division of Parker Hannifin Corp...
Dana expands distribution in Europe
Dana Holding Corp. has added a distribution center in Gyor, Hungary, as part of its aftermarket expansion in Europe...
Dealers gaining maintenance edge
Dealerships will be getting more maintenance business from North America’s truck fleets, at least in the short to medium term, thanks largely to their continued development of skilled technicians, according to Kumar Saha, an industry analyst with Frost and Sullivan’s Automotive & Transportation practice...
Kenworth radios now Bluetooth capable
Kenworth Truck Co. customers can now choose between two separate products that aid in complying with the new hand-held cell phone ban in commercial vehicles...
Electrical terminal cleaning kit
IPA Tools has released a new truck and trailer connector cleaner master set (part #8044) for use in cleaning male and female electrical terminals...
12V vehicle pilot lights offered
A new line of 12V LED vehicle pilot lights is being introduced by Cole Hersee, the commercial vehicle products division of Littelfuse...
Maxwell Technologies inks distributor for ultracapacitor-based engine start module
Pana-Pacific will distribute Maxwell Technologies’ ultracapacitor-based engine start module (ESM) in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The agreement runs for one year and makes the ESM available through all original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket truck dealerships...
Meritor and Fras-le renew supply agreement
LAS VEGAS. Renewal of an exclusive five-year commercial supply agreement for brake lining for the U.S. and Canadian commercial vehicle markets was announced by Meritor Inc. and Fras-le S.A. at the 2012 Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week here in Las Vegas...
Trailer electronics & ABS tester
Lite-Check has released a new automated tester for trailer electronics and ABS. The Inspector 920 includes an electronic platform which displays messages for circuits and ABS faster, more accurately, and more detailed on a 4-line display, the company said...
Online catalog produced
Phillips Industries has launched an online catalog, showcasing its electrical and air brake interface replacement parts. Also displayed is a wide variety of shop tools and accessories...
Volvo adds 30 hp. to fuel economy model
Volvo Trucks North America is now offering its XE fuel-economy integrated powertrain with a 455 hp. rating...
Latest generation side skirt cuts weight
Freight Wing introduced its next generation of side skirt, coming in at 30 lbs. lighter than the original design, the company said...
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