Truck Equipment: Nuts & Bolts

Bluetooth headset designed for trucking 

More and more states are banning cellphone use without a hands-free device. To combat this, Paccar Parts is now offering the Mirrex Bluetooth headset...

Hands-free computer 

Glacier Computer has started shipments of its Ridgeline W200 wearable, hands-free computer, which is designed to maximize productivity. The W200 is made...

New site details TPMS 

Customers of Doran 360HD and 360SL tire pressure monitoring systems have an easy-to-use web site with at-a-glance status updates to make understanding...

Cole Hersee: Disconnect switch 

Cole Hersee has released a Master Battery Disconnect Switch for vehicle electrical systems including heavy truck applications. The 75920 Master Battery...

FCCC adds powertrain features 

Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. (FCCC) has introduced two new powertrain features for the diesel walk-in van market, the Vehicle Acceleration Rate Management...

Briefs 

Multi Service Corp. is looking to help small- and medium-size over-the-road fleets by offering a Fuel Card Rebate program. The card is designed to pool...

Neutral pH cleaner 

The Galaxy Green Sheen 1850 from Rieskamp Washing Systems is a neutral pH cleaner designed for truck and trailer spray wash applications. The blend of...

Vantage releases Primo line 

Vantage Vehicle International has released its Primo 4WD all-terrain utility truck as well as passenger and cargo vans through a national network of dealers....

Bulletins 

All Kenworth models will now be equipped with a standard clear-coat paint finish to provide long-lasting performance, Kenworth Truck Co. says. The DuPont...

Cordless grease gun 

Snap-on's 18-volt cordless grease gun is said to be ideal for heavy-duty users and includes features that allow it to operate efficiently in extreme conditions....

ISX engine now Cascadia option 

The Cummins ISX Series engine is now an available option for the Freightliner Cascadia 125-in.-BBC product line. The ISX is available with power ratings...

Peterbilt launches new interior lineup 

Peterbilt has introduced a new lineup of interior enhancements to be included on all interior levels, including the Platinum, Prestige and ProBilt. The...

Oil Eater cleans up brakes 

Oil Eater has introduced a professional brake washer that allows the cleaning of brake parts without using electricity. According to the company, the...

Nitrogen tire inflation 

A new TireSaver Nitrogen Tire Inflation System uses membrane technology to purify air into a stream of high-purity nitrogen that can be taken straight...

Bulletins 

A new family of heavy-duty vehicle-to-PC communication adapters were unveiled by Noregon Systems' JPRO Fleet Products division. The DLA+, DLA+ PLC and...

A new approach to tool storage 

The EPIQ tool storage unit from Snap-on is said to bring together sophisticated diagnostics and cordless tools with reliable security and durability....

Siphoning off fuel thieves 

Paccar Parts has released the Acrafit anti-siphon device to help heavy-duty truck operators prevent fuel theft. The product is a one-piece design with...

Coolant help when it's needed 

The NF2096 Need-Release Extended Service Coolant Filter from Penray helps fix coolant problems while repairing organic acid and extended life flaws, the...

Uniform wheel balancing 

Hunter's GSP9600HD ForceMatch wheel balancer offers vibration management and wheel uniformity using loaded roller contacts to measure tire runout and...

Aerodynamic Peterbilt gets even slipperier 

Introduced four years ago as an aerodynamic Class 8 tractor and truck cab with a detachable sleeper, the Peterbilt 386 has been given a new aerodynamic...

bulletins 

Recaptured Energy Technologies has revamped its web site to provide more in-depth information about the company's retrofitted hydraulic braking and propulsion...

Recent Nutsbolts 

DHL to leave local markets 

DHL said it will cease its U.S. air and ground services, instead focusing U.S. operations on its logistics and import/export business, effective Jan. 30, 2009...

All-in-one lighting solution 

Grote Industries says it has introduced the industry's first totally modular power delivery and lighting system...

Bulletins | Dec. 2008 

Kenworth T800 and W900 models equipped with a 72-in. AeroCab sleeper can now have the Kenworth Clean Power no-idle system installed as a factory option...

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