Mack Trucks to evaluate Wrightspeed Route powertrain in LR model
LAS VEGAS, Nev.–At WasteExpo 2016 in Las Vegas this week, Mack Trucks showed off its Mack LR model, retrofitted with the Wrightspeed Route 1000 powertrain. Mack says it is the first OEM to evaluate Wrightspeed technology within a Class 8 refuse…
TRB Website Details “Transformational Technologies”
The Transportation Research Board has launched a special webpage devoted to what it calls “Transformational Technologies” that are affecting transportation. The page presents in one place information on and access to the latest research results, ongoin…
Mack to Evaluate Wrightspeed Turbine-Electric Powertrain
Mack Trucks is showcasing an LR low-cab-forward chassis retrofitted with a Wrightspeed Route 1000 turbine-electric powertrain this week at WasteExpo 2016 in Las Vegas, and said it will evaluate the system as an option in its refuse trucks. Designed as …
Utility Trailer receives TTMA Plant Safety Award
CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. – Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company announced June 7 that it was the recipient of the Truck Trailer Manufacturers Association’s (TTMA) Plant Safety Award. Utility manufactures refrigerated trailers, dry freight vans, flatbeds and Tautliner curtain-sided trailers. The…
HDMA Forms Commercial Vehicle Research Council
The Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association has announced the formation of the Commercial Vehicle Research Council, a dedicated research council to provide a forum for key trends and issues within the heavy-duty commercial vehicle industry. The new counci…
Michelin backs new on/off-road tire with first road hazard guarantee
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Michelin has announced an upgrade to its XZY3 on/off-road tire, which it says will offer longer life and the company’s first “worry-free” road hazard guarantee. The new Michelin X Works Z all-position tire was developed for mixed…
Accuride releases three-part installation and maintenance video series
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Accuride Corp. has released a series of how-to videos aimed at helping fleet maintenance technicians install and service the company’s steel and aluminum wheels, Gunite-brand brake drums and automatic slack adjusters (ASA). The new three-part service series…
Lou Smyrlis and Roman Lewinsky join ‘Toss Your Boss’ for Make-A-Wish
LONDON, Ont. — Lou Smyrlis of Newcom Business Media and Roman Lewinsky of Navistar are the latest to join the Rope for Hope – Toss your Boss event. The event is put on by Trucking for Wishes, in partnership with Make-A-Wish…
Accuride Launches Installation and Maintenance Video Series
Accuride has launched a new series of how-to videos to help fleet maintenance technicians properly install and service the company’s steel and aluminum wheels and Gunite-brand brake drums. The videos use animation, technical diagrams and step-by-step instructions to walk the viewer through correct procedures for installing and maintaining these components.
Income trust buys MJ Vallee Trucking
LLOYDMINSTER, Alta. — Petrocapita Income Trust has announced the acquisition of oilfield transport company MJ Vallee Trucking. MJ Vallee operates seven heavy oil well fluid transport trucks, six heavy oil fluid transport trailers and a fully equipped truck and trailer…