Cummins Inc. recently endorsed two fuel additives, marking the first time the diesel engine maker has taken such a step.
July 24, 2017Equipment
Nitrite-Free Coolants on the Rise Due to More Aluminum in Engines
As manager of technical development for TA and Petro travel centers, 91ÊÓƵr Hogg sells a lot of coolant to fleets of all sizes. In 2010, he started seeing something strange: a white residue plugging coolant filters and coating cylinder liners.
March 17, 2017EquipmentBusinessFuelGovernmentTechnologySafety
Leaf Spring Vs. Air Ride: Opinions Differ on Suspensions
Maryland-based Ramar Moving Systems hauls specialty items such as art, satellites and, once, a moon buggy.
April 15, 2016BusinessGovernmentSafetyLogistics
Companies Reimagine Delivery Vehicles
Several companies are testing a wide range of innovative delivery ideas to gain an edge in growing logistics and transportation space.
April 5, 2016Business
Wheel Makers Use Coatings in Battle Against Corrosion
A tiny rock, de-icing material or salt and sand can start the process of turning a perfectly good wheel into a rust-covered embarrassment or, worse, a safety hazard. To prevent that from happening, motor carriers are using effective maintenance techniques, while manufacturers are producing more corrosion-resistant wheels.
November 1, 2015BusinessEquipment
Vocational Tire Sales Depend on Economy
National sales data for off-road tires aren’t available because, compared with on-road tires, so few are produced.
March 3, 2014BusinessEquipment
Dealing With Tire Inflation Problems
As with on-road tires, incorrectly inflated vocational tires can be problematic — and so can mismatched tires.
March 3, 2014