Bendix expands collision mitigation capabilities with new Wingman Fusion
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Bendix has expanded on its Wingman collision mitigation system, adding new features, including a camera that can identify speed limit signs and report speeding drivers to their employer. Wingman Fusion combines radar- and camera-based safety systems and…
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Dean Foods Rolling Out 64 CNG Trucks, Fueling
Dean Foods, one of the nation’s largest food and beverage companies, will begin adding 64 medium- and heavy-duty trucks powered by compressed natural gas and a fueling station at its Houston plant under a new agreement with Clean Energy Fuels Corp. Dea…
Peterbilt Highlights Efficiency with 579 Epiq
During its presentation at the 2015 Mid-America Trucking Show, Peterbilt reported up to a 14% improvement in fuel efficiency reached with its Model 579 Epiq. The inspiration came from technology used on Peterbilt’s EPA SuperTruck project.
General Tire rolls out three new tires at MATS
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – This September marks the 100th birthday of General Tire, so it was only natural the company rolled out three new highway truck tires at this year’s Mid-America Trucking Show. The first tire is the General HS tire.…
Thermo King reveals new dealer locator and drop yard locator app and Web site
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Thermo King has recently launched a new dealer locater and drop yard referral system, the company announced earlier today at the Mid-America Trucking Show. The new system allows customers to easily locate the nearest dealer to them,…
Kenworth launches W900 spin-off, improves efficiency of aerodynamic tractor
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — What’s old was new again at Kenworth’s display at the Mid-America Trucking Show. Kenworth introduced the ICON 900, a new take on an old favourite, its W900 classic-styled truck. The ICON 900 is on offer as a…