System 1 Filtration Products has expanded its lineup of cleanable oil filters to include an extra-tall model that’s 7-3/4 in. in length, 3-3/4 in. in diameter, and ideally suited for robust automotive and light-duty truck use. It’s equipped with a 35-micron stainless steel element that provides excellent filtration of lubricants up to 20W-50 while maintaining unrestricted flow. Related Articles - Volvo Group, Pilot Co. to build a national public heavy-duty charging network - Detroit celebrates one million heavy-duty engines - Schuster equips full fleet with E-SMART to improve safety
The company says important benefits include the ability to easily examine engine oil and identify potential problems while also providing long-term savings by eliminating the need to constantly replace ordinary oil filters.
A precision machined, black anodized billet aluminum housing, in-spection cap, stainless steel filter element and O-rings (Buna or Viton) are included, as are 1 in. -12 and 1 in. -16 thread pitch adapters for use with most automotive plus Cummins (Ram) and Ford diesel applications. Additionally, 13/16-16, 3/4-16 SAE and Metric adapters are available.
Hexagon Agility, a provider of compressed natural gas (RNG/CNG) systems for commercial vehicles and gas transportation solutions, announced that Autocar has integrated Hexagon Agility’s Blue iQ smart gauge into its Always Up display. Hexagon Agility’s Blue iQ smart gauge allows RNG/CNG trucks to have real-time information about the truck’s fuel management system displayed, which calculates
Hexagon Agility, a provider of compressed natural gas (RNG/CNG) systems for commercial vehicles and gas transportation solutions, announced that Autocar has integrated Hexagon Agility’s Blue iQ smart gauge into its Always Up display.
Hexagon Agility’s Blue iQ smart gauge allows RNG/CNG trucks to have real-time information about the truck’s fuel management system displayed, which calculates distance to empty, provides ongoing accurate fuel readings and instant fuel economy, and tracks trip data. It is currently available with most Hexagon Agility fuel systems.
BendPak introduces its AP Series – the next generation of two-post lifts with patent-pending features designed to make lifting internal combustion and electric cars, trucks and vans safer, easier and more efficient, the company says. Related Articles – Samsara shares 2023 trucking industry predictions – Pacific Coast Heavy Truck Group is now a Mack Certified EV Dealer –
Sensata Technologies has developed a new tire mounted sensor for vehicle and tire OEMs to deliver enhanced safety, performance, and data insights. Related Articles – The future of fleet vehicle lighting: Multi-function LED headlights – A balancing act with tires – Old World Industries launches Final Charge Pro-Series with heavy-duty coolant technology Sensata’s tire mounted sensor
Designers and engineers of multiple vehicle types are always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible to develop new innovations that improve the driving experience. All-wheel drive and anti-lock brakes are a few examples that may have come to mind from past innovations. Related Articles – Phillips details R&D expansion efforts – ISAAC now officially a
More years ago than I might care to admit – 44 years to tell the truth – I became aware of the independent repair shop near my home. As a sophomore in high school, the need for a future career lurked in my subconscious but being a mechanic was not in the embryonic plan. Nevertheless,
The price of gas steadily climbs along with consumer expectations in the growing market. Now, more than ever, fleet operators are depending on their trucks to get the job done right and in a timely manner. That cannot be done if your trailers are rolling on underinflated tires. Tire pressure plays an important role in
Trucker Path recently announced the addition of Geotab ELD and telematics technologies to its growing suite of products and services. Branded as Trucker Path ELD Powered by Geotab, the solution’s ELD technology provides hours of service and DVIR compliance while the telematics adds vehicle utilization, performance and health assessments along with other telematics-driven capabilities. The new
Continental recently announced a promotion for its Truck Tires business in the Americas region, which is comprised of medium/heavy commercial tires. Renato Sarzano, head of Truck Tire the Americas, recently announced that Shaun Uys was promoted to head of U.S. Market Replacement Truck Tire including responsibility for Truck Tire U.S. Key Accounts Management (KAM) Fleets. Related
EGR USA recently announced two new distributors for the electric and manual EGR RollTrac bed cover: Meyer Distributing and Turn 14 Distribution. Meyer Distributing has warehouses throughout the United States and Canada and Turn 14 Distribution boasts ground shipping to 43% of the U.S. population in one day and 100% within two days. The electric retractable EGR RollTrac recently
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