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    124346226 | Chepko Elelna | Dreamstime
    Dreamstime Xl 124346226
    Blogs

    Using AI without losing what’s important to your business

    John Hitch
    July 28, 2023
    The transportation industry is undergoing some serious changes, with more AI solutions nearing reality. What will that mean for fleets’ biological intelligence?
    NACFE Executive Director Mike Roeth (center) takes a look at a vehicle charger.
    Battery & Electrical

    Navigating the messy middle of fleet electrification

    John Hitch
    July 7, 2023
    Electrifying one depot is hard enough, and in the next 20 years, they might all have to be. NACFE Executive Director Mike Roeth is optimistic it will be worth it and can be done...
    132840362 | Mintra Untharit | Dreamstime
    Calculating EV TCO
    Battery & Electrical

    How leasing and repowering factor into electric truck TCO

    John Hitch
    July 6, 2023
    Changing over to electric trucks will be pricey, but doesn't have to be dicey. Cost-estimating tools and cost-cutting options such as diesel-to-electric conversion can help.
    Ryder
    Ryder began testing several EVs of various duty cycles, and launched RyderElectric+ in May.
    Battery & Electrical

    How Ryder vets EV reliability

    John Hitch
    July 5, 2023
    Delving into the many electric vehicle options available to fleets can be overwhelming, but luckily, there are several fleets, like Ryder, who have already been testing the waters...
    Dependable Highway Express
    DHE has three Volvo VNR Electric Cass 8 tractors in its fleet.
    Battery & Electrical

    Early adopter fleet opens up about EV range, charging in real world

    John Hitch
    July 4, 2023
    Whether or not fleets are on board with the transition to EVs, the regulations are coming. Here's what early adopter Dependable has found works while running three Volvo VNR Electric...

    More content from June 2023

    DHL
    DHL has 119,000 vehicles in its global fleet, with EVs accounting for 25%.
    Battery & Electrical

    Electrification impressions: EVs meeting DHL's expectations

    John Hitch
    June 29, 2023
    Ready or not, electric trucks are going to be the standard before you know it. Here's one fleet's first impressions of this technology, their limitations, and how they can improve...
    Jamie Otto | Dreamstime.com | 22369143
    trailer lines
    Trailers, Towing & Specialty

    Tractor-trailer air lines: Contamination keepaway

    Seth Skydel
    June 28, 2023
    How to ensure air stays clean from the compressor to the brakes and other systems.
    ID 269152274 Andrey Sayfutdinov | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime 269152274
    Shop Operations

    Coordinating and optimizing preventive maintenance

    Mindy Long
    June 26, 2023
    Preventive maintenance is routine and a little boring by nature, but a bit of extra attention to scheduling and execution brings some exciting benefits—and profits.
    Aperia Technologies Inc.
    Fontaine
    Brakes, Tire & Wheel

    How IoT reshapes maintenance

    Judith Monte
    June 19, 2023
    By taking the guesswork out of preventive maintenance and avoiding emergency road calls, IoT shifts the focus to data-driven decisions before the truck hits the road.
    Cummins-Meritor
    ELSA 195 Air Disc Brake from Cummins-Meritor
    Brakes, Tire & Wheel

    ELSA 195 Air Disc Brake

    Meritor Inc.
    June 1, 2023
    Applies to light-duty and midibus applications
    Ex-Guard Industries
    Collision Mitigation Style Guard, No. XG-CM125G2 from Ex-Guard
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    Collision Mitigation Style Guard, No. XG-CM125G2

    Ex-Guard Industries
    May 31, 2023
    Protection for the bumper, fog lights, radiator, and CMS
    Cris Beaulieu | Fleet Maintenance
    Cummins 2.5 millionth engine
    Powertrain

    Cummins reaches engine milestone: 2.5M engines made at Jamestown plant

    Cris Beaulieu
    May 25, 2023
    The engine maker marked the 2.5 millionth engine made at its New York plant, which will receive a $452 million investment to retool for Cummins' new fuel-agnostic engines.
    Dorman Control Arm Ball Joint Assembly
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    Control Arm and Ball Joint Assemblies

    Dorman Products, Inc.
    May 19, 2023
    Prevents stress cracks and knuckle separation
    Eaton
    Eaton high-power lock box power connectors
    Battery & Electrical

    Eaton high-power lock box power connectors

    Eaton Corporation
    May 18, 2023
    For use in current and future electrified and internal combustion vehicle solutions
    Dana Incorporated
    Spicer Electrified e-Transmission from Dana Incorporated
    Home

    Spicer Electrified e-Transmission

    Dana Incorporated
    May 15, 2023
    For medium-duty EV applications
    Milwaukee Tool
    REDLITHIUM USB 400L Neck Light, No. 2117-21 from Milwaukee Tool
    Tools

    REDLITHIUM USB 400L Neck Light, No. 2117-21

    Milwaukee Tool
    May 11, 2023
    90 degrees of vertical rotation
    InCharge Energy
    V2X DC Fast Chargers from InCharge Energy
    Equipment

    V2X DC Fast Chargers

    InCharge Energy
    May 11, 2023
    Features bidirectional charging
    CATrak Technologies
    CATrak Anti-Theft App from CATrak Technologies
    Equipment

    CATrak Anti-Theft App

    CATrak Technologies
    May 11, 2023
    Includes notifications for in-progress theft
    American Powertrain
    Pro-Fit HD manual transmission kit, #PFGM-40005 from American Powertrain
    Thermo King
    3rd Generation TriPac APU from Thermo King
    Equipment

    3rd Generation TriPac APU

    Thermo King Corporation
    May 11, 2023
    Includes emission reduction technology and telematics
    Jason McDaniel | Commercial Vehicle Group
    Peterbilt Model 589
    Equipment

    First look at Peterbilt's ‘legendary’ new Model 589

    Jason McDaniel
    May 11, 2023
    The traditionally styled, long-hood 589—which replaces the 389 after 10 years of research and design—features a more spacious cab, rectangular grille mesh, and 15-in. external...
    OEMTOOLS
    OEMTOOLS Budd Wheel Axle Nut Sockets
    Tools

    Budd Wheel Axle Nut Sockets, No. 37384

    OEMTOOLS
    May 11, 2023
    Removes and installs lug nuts from Budd wheels
    OTC/Bosch Automotive Service Solutions
    Angled Wire Stripping Tool, No. 5950D from OTC/Bosch Automotive Service Solutions
    Harbor Freight
    U.S. General Series 3 72
    Shop Equipment

    U.S. General Series 3 72" Work Center Hutch

    Harbor Freight
    May 11, 2023
    Includes four integrated power ports
    Cool Boss
    Cool Boss COOLBREEZE CB-12 and CB-14 Portable Evaporative Air Coolers from BendPak/Ranger
    Lisle Corporation
    13-pc Aluminum Spring Disconnect Set, No. 39480 from Lisle Corporation
    146251780 | Vitpho | Dreamstime
    Truck inspection highway patrol
    Safety & Technology

    Safety vs. profits: The harsh realities of the modern truck inspection mindset

    Fred Fakkema
    May 9, 2023
    Pre- and post-trip inspections are a matter of safety, especially during International Roadcheck. Why, then, is compliance still a challenge?
    Bridgestone Americas
    Greatec M847 from Bridgestone Americas
    Ingersoll Rand
    W3151 IQV20 Cordless Compact 1/2” Impact Wrench from Ingersoll Rand
    Solder-It
    3-Position Adjustable Butane Torch, No. PRO-15 from Solder-It
    Getac Technology Corporation
    UX10 Fully Rugged Tablet from Getac Technology Corporation
    Tools

    UX10 Fully Rugged Tablet

    Getac Technology Corporation
    May 1, 2023
    Features a lightweight design
    CTA Tools
    ISX Rear Camshaft Seal and Sleeve Remover and Installer Set, No. 3895 from CTA Tools
    Tools

    ISX Rear Camshaft Seal and Sleeve Remover and Installer Set, No. 3895

    CTA Tools
    May 1, 2023
    Fits Cummins seals on ISX, QSX, ISX15, and ISX12 engines
    Continental
    NightViu LED Working Lights from Continental
    Equipment

    NightViu LED Working Lights

    Continental
    May 1, 2023
    Robust and durable housings
    Tuxedo Distributors
    Tuxedo Distributors iDEAL FP14KAC-X 14,000 lbs Four-Post Commercial Alignment Lift
    Shop Equipment

    iDEAL FP14KAC-X 14,000 lbs Four-Post Commercial Alignment Lift

    Tuxedo Distributors
    April 21, 2023
    The Tuxedo Distributors iDEAL FP14KAC-X 14,000 lbs Four-Post Commercial Alignment Lift is designed for cars, SUVs, and trucks. Safety features include both narrow and wide runway...
    NextLED
    Double-Sided Slim Bar LED Task Light, No. NT-7544, from NextLED
    Tools

    Double-Sided Slim Bar LED Task Light, No. NT-7544

    NextLED
    April 20, 2023
    Impact-resistant and waterproof
    Rotary Lift
    Rotary Lift R3AC Series A/C Recharging Machines
    Shop Equipment

    Rotary Lift R3AC Series A/C Recharging Machines

    Rotary Lift
    April 11, 2023
    The Rotary Lift R3AC Series A/C Recharging Machines are designed to automatically service the refrigerant in vehicle air conditioning systems. The product line provides professionals...
    Matco Tools
    Matco Tools 5-pc Reversible Double Box Flex Ratcheting Wrench Set, No. SRWFXLM52T
    STEMCO
    STEMCO Auto-Torq Axle Fastener
    Brakes, Tire & Wheel

    Auto-Torq axle fastener

    STEMCO
    March 27, 2023
    Streamlines wheel-end installation
    CTA Tools
    Strut Lifter, No. 8200 from CTA Tools
    Tools

    Strut Lifter, No. 8200

    CTA Tools
    March 23, 2023
    Prevents damage to the strut
    Snap-on
    Snap-on Flexible Magnetic Spray Can Holder
    Tools

    Flexible Magnetic Spray Can Holder, No. FLEXCANHLDR

    Snap-on Tools
    Feb. 16, 2023
    The Snap-on Flexible Magnetic Spray Can Holder, No. FLEXCANHLDR, uses powerful neodymium front magnets to secure spray cans, and includes and integrated clip designed to keep ...